Learn about sustainable innovations that are developed to tackle climate change, pollution and other environmental problems.
When most people think about waste in African cities, the first images that come to mind are overflowing dumpsites, clogged drainage systems, and mountains of plastic bottles. But here’s the truth: waste isn’t just an environmental headache. It’s an economy in itself. Every plastic bottle, food scrap, or aluminum can that ends up in a […]
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Let’s start with a simple truth: rain itself isn’t the problem. It’s the journey it takes after it hits the ground. When it rains in cities, that water doesn’t just soak into the soil. Instead, it rushes across rooftops, driveways, and streets — picking up oil, pesticides, fertilizers, heavy metals, and even trash along the
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Have you ever thought about what life would be like without fresh water? Imagine waking up and there’s no clean water to drink, cook, or bathe with. Sounds scary, right? Well, for millions of people around the world, this is already a reality. With the global population rising and climate change messing with our rainfall
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Let’s be real, when you think of valuable natural resources, tree bark probably doesn’t come to mind. You might picture the leafy canopy, the solid wood, or even the fruits. But bark? That flaky, rough stuff? Most people see it as waste. Something to peel off, chip into mulch, or just leave behind. But tree
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What if you could cook food using nothing but the sun… and a bunch of stuff you were going to throw away? Sounds wild, right? But it’s totally possible, and surprisingly easy. Building a solar oven from recycled materials is one of those cool DIY projects that’s not just fun, but also practical, eco-friendly, and
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Have you ever wondered what happens to all those plastic bottles, containers, and packaging we throw away every day? Most of it ends up in landfills, burned, or worse, floating in our oceans. But what if I told you that the very plastic trash we toss could be turned into something useful – like furniture,
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Have you ever stopped to think about where some of the most impactful, low-cost, eco-friendly inventions are coming from? It might surprise you, but Africa is a goldmine of simple, brilliant ideas that are solving big problems. These aren’t just “nice to have” green gadgets, they’re real-life changers. We’re talking about inventions that help families
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If you’ve ever wondered how to purify water with sunlight, especially when you’re out in the wild, living off-grid, or just preparing for emergencies, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re diving into a fascinating and incredibly useful topic: solar stills. It’s a simple, low-tech, eco-friendly way to turn dirty or salty water into clean
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Ever feel like your plants are drying out too fast or that you’re wasting too much water in your garden? You’re not alone. And the good news is, you don’t need a fancy irrigation system to fix it. What if I told you that something as simple as an old plastic bottle could make your
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If you’re looking to build your own wind turbine from scratch, you’re in the right place. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know — from what tools and materials to use, to how to design, build, and install your very own DIY wind turbine. Whether you’re trying to power a
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