About
Bamboo Habba 2025 is our vibrant annual celebration dedicated to showcasing the versatility and sustainability of bamboo.
Activities include interactive exhibitions on bamboo’s role in creating a carbon-neutral Bengaluru and its wide applications across industries like construction, furniture, textiles, energy, and so on. Hands-on workshop guided by experts provides practical experience in bamboo plantation, product design, and building construction, featuring projects such as a tea pavilion, furniture, and light fixtures. The event also highlights large-scale bamboo planting on World Bamboo Day and an engaging Masterclass that clarifies misconceptions about bamboo as a sustainable building material.
Bamboo Habba fosters creativity, environmental stewardship, and community connection, highlighting bamboo’s role as a sustainable solution for the future.
Join us for an inspiring experience that combines tradition, innovation, and a shared commitment to a greener tomorrow!
SIGN UP FOR EVENTS
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WEBINAR: Decoding “The Bamboo City” project part 1: Bamboo For Ecology (6 Sep) 11.30 AM to 1.30 PM
Discover how bamboo supports our environment by greening cities, restoring lakes, purifying air, and reducing CO2. Join us to learn about bamboo’s ecological benefits and potential for urban renewal.
This session is part of the ongoing Bamboo City project, a visionary initiative exploring bamboo’s transformative role in creating sustainable, resilient cities of the future. -
HANDS-ON WORKSHOP: Experiencing Bamboo (15 to 21 SEP)
Immerse yourself in this hands-on workshop led by the CGBMT team, where you’ll actively build a tea pavilion, craft furniture, and create light fixtures using bamboo, with guidance from our experts. These practical sessions offer a unique chance to develop skills with this versatile material.
The workshop series also includes a bamboo plantation activity on World Bamboo Day, connecting you directly to the environment.
Location: Devanhalli, Malleshwaram, and Jakkur
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INTERACTIVE EXHIBITION: Bamboo and a carbon-neutral Bengaluru city by 2030 (13 and 14 Sep)
Explore bamboo’s critical role in helping Bengaluru become carbon neutral by 2030.
Learn about its applications in green building and climate action to envision a cleaner, greener city.
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PLANTATION: World Bamboo Day (18 Sep)
World Bamboo Day Celebration
Celebrate with a large-scale bamboo planting event at CGBMT headquarters.Discover various bamboo species, enjoy traditional Kannada cuisine, and immerse yourself in bamboo’s cultural and environmental significance.
Location: CGBMT HQ, Devanhalli
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MASTERCLASS by Elev8: The Misunderstood Bamboo
Address myths and misinformation about bamboo in this Masterclass organized by Elev8 Architecture and Design Festival 2025.
Learn why bamboo is hailed as “green gold” and a natural building solution for sustainable urban development.
Location: Sabha, Kamaraj Road
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WEBINAR: “The Bamboo City” project part 2: Bamboo in Industries
Discover how bamboo drives industries including construction, furniture, textiles, and energy.
Learn about its wide-ranging applications, its vital role in promoting sustainable development, and how you can implement bamboo solutions in your respective industries.
Why Bamboo
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Why Bamboo ?
Bamboo is nature’s powerhouse—fast-growing, endlessly versatile, and remarkably sustainable. It transforms urban landscapes by greening cities, purifying air, and actively combating climate change through rapid carbon capture and oxygen release. As a “green gold” material, bamboo revolutionizes industries from construction to fashion, offering strong, renewable alternatives that reduce environmental impact.
Choosing bamboo means embracing innovative solutions that not only protect our planet but also help save us from the worst effects of climate change. It’s not just a plant—it’s the key to unlocking tomorrow’s greener, healthier, and more resilient world.