Millions of poor people around the world, and especially in Africa and parts of South America, are faced with hunger. A problem for farmers is that due to climate change their precious crops die and they are left with nothing.
The solution:
In many places, groundwater is often accessible at relatively shallow depths but to raise water using a hand-pump is hard work.
Maize growing at the height of the season on a small plot needs about 5,000 liters per day.
To lift this amount of water from a modest 10 meter depth would take one person about six hours. But this amount of water can easily be delivered by a small solar panel.
A company named Solar Aid has developed a new form of solar rope pump, that could have huge benefits for poor people. They urgently need funds to trial the pump and evaluate its effectiveness.
This is fantastic! Helping people and the environment at the same time!
Solar power is a great way to a sustainable future. So if you have a few coins please invest them in a project that benefits our lovely planet :)
You can read more about Solar- Aid projects at:
http://solar-aid.org/
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