Tag: Developing Nations

For the last two decades, Nargis Latif and her organization have been researching how to divert waste from landfills and reusing it as quick and cheap construction materials.

The Level Market wants to make the procurement of humanitarian aid and development products as easy as shopping on Amazon.

For the first time, developing countries outpaced wealthier nations in green energy development.

The batteries could provide back-up power for small solar power systems.

In a victory for Berta Cáceres' campaign against a major hydroelectric project, two European development banks have withdrawn support following her and a colleague's recent murders.

The technology could save countless lives.

The device made from household objects could replace AA batteries for powering small electronics.

Access to safe, reliable and affordable sanitary napkins is a big barrier to equal opportunity for many girls in developing countries. This inexpensive and clever set allows girls and women to clean, dry and carry their pads discreetly.

Trust the rock stars, or your doctor.

A fail-safe filter that delivers water easily with a sip or a squeeze could save lives in places where water-borne illnesses thrive, but look for it first as a trendy gym accessory.

The toilets could be used to power lighting in refugee camps.

A new plug-in diagnostic tool could mean better healthcare around the world.

The large solar-powered box will help farmers get more food to the market for selling.

Discarded laptop batteries could power LED lights in regions with scarce electricity.

The student invention just won the James Dyson Award for its intelligent design.

Groups working in developing regions could use solar-powered 3D printers to make tools, lab supplies and more on the go.

Many areas of the world have scarce access to electricity. This new solar lantern will provide light and charging power for cell phones.

Joe Mimran is more concerned with his flow of creative juices than the tragedy.