Small scale biofuel production New generation of biofuel reduces health problems The most common fuel used for cooking in Africa is wood and coal. The use of this type of fuel leads to ill health caused by inhalation of the heavy smoke – a condition that...
Modular buildings for developing countries Affordable housing for the middle class There is a huge housing deficit in the East African region due to growth in population combined with a demand for decent housing from a steadily increasing middle class. Estimates...
Low-cost bio-oil From invasive plant to bio-oil and fertilizer The noxious weed Prosopis is an invasive species that plagues large parts of arid and semi-arid Africa. The plant grows rapidly, destroys other types of vegetation, forms impenetrable thickets, reduces...
Solar cell solution Sustainable energy through mobile payment With an imminent and growing demand for energy in refugee camps and rural communities, single unit solar power solutions are an obvious and sustainable solution. However, finding a business solution...
Water saving toilet cisterns Reduction of water consumption Particularly in densely populated areas of Africa, lack of water is a serious problem. In some cities, the population has to walk up to 70 km to get clean water, so it is important to save on consumption. A...
