About the Festival

Blue & Green Climate LitFest

The Blue & Green Climate LitFest is a unique convergence of literature, storytelling, and climate science, bringing together writers, scientists, artists, and activists to explore our relationship with nature.

This pioneering festival celebrates both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems through two distinct but interconnected tracks - the Green Track focusing on forests, biodiversity, and climate justice, and the Blue Track dedicated to oceans, rivers, and marine life.

Hosted by the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) in Kochi, this festival creates a platform where words meet the waves, where scientific inquiry meets creative expression, and where individual stories become collective action.

The Vision

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Climate Action Through Stories

We believe that storytelling has the power to inspire climate action. Through literature, we can make complex environmental issues accessible and urgent.

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Bridging Science & Art

The festival brings together scientists, writers, artists, and activists, creating dialogues that bridge the gap between data and emotion.

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Building Community

We create a space for diverse voices - from indigenous knowledge keepers to emerging writers - to share their perspectives on climate and nature.

The Organizers

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS)

KUFOS is India's first dedicated fisheries university, established in 2010, and is at the forefront of marine science education and research in the country.

Located in Kochi, Kerala - a state with a 590 km coastline and strong maritime traditions - KUFOS is uniquely positioned to host this groundbreaking climate literature festival. The university's expertise in fisheries, ocean studies, and coastal ecology provides the perfect foundation for exploring the "Blue" track of marine and aquatic narratives.

Academic Excellence

KUFOS offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fisheries science, mariculture, aquatic biology, and ocean studies.

Research Focus

The university conducts cutting-edge research in marine biodiversity, climate change impacts on fisheries, and sustainable aquaculture.

Kochi & Coastal Ecology

Kochi, also known as the "Queen of the Arabian Sea," is the perfect backdrop for a climate literature festival.

This historic port city has been a meeting point of cultures, trade routes, and ecological zones for centuries. Today, it stands at the frontline of climate challenges - from rising sea levels threatening coastal communities to the need for sustainable fishing practices.

Why Kochi?

Rich Maritime Heritage: Centuries of fishing traditions and ocean-based livelihoods
Ecological Diversity: Backwaters, estuaries, mangroves, and coastal ecosystems
Climate Frontline: Direct experience with sea-level rise, coastal erosion, and changing weather patterns
Cultural Hub: A vibrant literary and artistic community engaged with environmental themes

Festival Venue

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS)

Panangad, Kochi, Kerala 682506

Getting Here

Cochin International Airport - 30 km

Ernakulam Junction - 8 km

Well connected by local buses

Join Us

Be part of this groundbreaking festival where literature meets climate action