“I live in one of the richest countries in the world, yet we don’t have many sustainable solutions in the field of recycling,” says Alzelzela.
“We can now start analyzing the data we have generated, to find out which areas generate more waste, and why.”
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Turning waste into energy in India
“I’ve always been passionate about energy access and creating income opportunities for poor communities,” said Mohan. “(That) is at the heart of finding answers to the difficult question of balancing economic growth and climate change mitigation in developing countries.”
Turning data into drinking water in China
“What motivates me is galvanizing others to take action. We work with students studying science, technology, engineering and medicine. They will go on to develop careers in these fields and create solutions to some of the environmental problems they have seen while working with us.”
Turning air into water in rural Peru
“Now I am working on developing biodegradable packaging that’s hexagonal, like a beehive, so that it is sturdy but compact. Nature in itself is incredible. There is so much we can learn by observing it.”
Georgie Badiel, the supermodel who’s bringing clean water to her native Africa
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Yolanda Joab Mori
“Her dedication to highlighting the voices of women and the most vulnerable members of our communities.”
David Naibei
“People are dying because of lack of water and terrible heat. “