Through the use of AI, we have designed REFÖREST T, a tool that allows us to assess the viability of land for reforestation, considering both environmental aspects and ecosystem services, as well as the impact on local communities.
Build up Nepal is revolutionising house building with a low-carbon and cost-effective alternative to traditional, coal-fired bricks. Nepal is one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries, yet millions still lack safe housing. The social enterprise trains entrepreneurs to produce climate-friendly Compressed Stabilised Earth Bricks (CSEB), or eco-bricks, and build affordable, disaster-resilient homes. Their model uplifts marginalised communities through entrepreneurship, and paves the way for a sustainable construction industry.
Grupo Promesa, founded by Ashoka Fellow Julio Álvarez, operates in Mexico, promoting environmental education in schools and businesses. Through innovative programs, it encourages the adoption of sustainable habits, such as waste management and recycling, to create long-lasting environmental impact. By combining education with practical solutions, Grupo Promesa empowers individuals and organizations to make eco friendly changes in their daily lives.
The "Living in 2050" project is an innovative initiative by the French Red Cross aimed at raising public awareness about the climate and social challenges society could face by 2050. Through an immersive and interactive exhibition, participants are invited to envision a future where environmental and migratory crises disrupt daily life in France.
Shawish Market - a Indegenize custom built platform similar to Etsy - helps to empower indigenous entrepreneurs by ensuring they don't pay any vendor fees. This initiative is part of their overall mission to remove economic barriers and foster sustainable growth within Indigenous communities.
Oneka mechanically turns seawater into freshwater using only renewable energy from ocean waves, with no GHG emissions. Their goal is to provide sustainable and affordable freshwater to remote coastal areas or for emergency relief applications.
