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A retired Wipro executive in Bengaluru has transformed 200 kg of discarded electronics into over 500 artworks, selling pieces worldwide. Vishwanath Mallabadi Davangere proves that one person's trash can become another's treasure while tackling India's growing e-waste crisis.
Researchers have found a way to transform dangerous asbestos waste into a safe additive for biodegradable 3D printing. The breakthrough could help clean up hazardous materials while creating useful products.
Three Kenyan startups just claimed the majority of Africa's most prestigious entrepreneurship awards, beating competitors from across the continent. Their winning solutions tackle fish farming, waste recycling, and maternal healthcare.
Two Delhi brothers turned childhood asthma struggles into a youth-led recycling movement that's processed over 1 million kg of waste. One Step Greener now operates in 14 cities and creates jobs for women across India.
India is transforming mountains of discarded electronics into lithium, cobalt, and rare minerals needed for smartphones, electric cars, and AI technology. The country's new recycling push could generate $6 billion annually while reducing dependence on imports.
Thirteen schools in The Gambia competed to showcase youth-designed solutions to climate change, from waste recycling to sustainable farming. The festival proved that tomorrow's environmental leaders are already here today.
Four Indian entrepreneurs turned everyday frustrations into practical businesses that now serve millions. From beach plastic to job hunting, they built solutions with personal savings and stubborn hope.
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A massive butter sculpture from Pennsylvania's Farm Show didn't end up in a landfill. Instead, it's now powering homes as renewable energy.