When air pollution kills over 7 million people annually, most people complain. Akshaj Khetarpal decided to patent a solution at 18.

In this episode of the AI Parenting Institute, we sit down with Akshaj Khetarpal, founder of MOSS X, a revolutionary air purification device that uses actual moss to clean air equivalent to 275 trees in just one square meter.

Discover how this teen entrepreneur turned a trip to Himachal Pradesh into a patented solution for Delhi's severe air quality crisis.

What You'll Learn:

- How Akshaj discovered moss as nature's answer to air pollution - The journey from garage experiments to patented technology at 16 - Why he chose natural solutions over high-tech filters - Building both a for-profit company AND non-profit NGO simultaneously - Balancing multiple startups while still being a teenager - Practical advice for teens wanting to solve big problems KEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 02:33- The Personal Story Behind MOSS X 04:40 - Why Moss? Understanding the Science 07:21 - First Prototype & Early Experiments 10:15 - Getting the Patent at 16 12:27 - Managing Time Zones & Growth 13:54 - Other Projects: Adamsville & Book Writing 16:05 - Competing with Billion-Dollar Corporations 17:44 - Advice for Teen Entrepreneurs 19:20 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action The Problem: Delhi's AQI regularly exceeds 200, with air quality so poor it's measured in "cigarettes smoked per day." India dominates the list of world's most polluted cities, creating a public health emergency affecting millions. The Solution: MOSS X's patented device keeps moss alive in polluted environments while leveraging its natural air-cleaning properties. One square meter = 275 trees worth of air purification. Why This Matters: Akshaj represents a new generation of entrepreneurs who refuse to choose between profit and purpose. His dual-structure approach (for-profit + NGO) proves you can build sustainable businesses while creating genuine environmental impact.

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