Solar Powered Water Pumps
Solar panels can be used to pump water from a body of water for irrigation, cooking, sanitation, etc. Can also be used to pump water from a well and connected to taps around the community. Also part of practical action partnership. Advantages Time is no longer needed to be spent pumping water-- children can go to school, woman can sell at markets. "The pump has made such a difference. Now we are healthier and can even grow vegetables to feed our families". - Patience Achuka |
Gravity Fed Water Systems
Used when the water sources is above the community. Can bring water down from higher elevation, trap rain water in a tank and bring down to irrigation, etc. Advantages No need to rely on a pump. Great for small agricultural plots that can be supported by precipitation. Can handle water from almost any source type. |
Biosand Filters
Helping produce clean water by using a combination of sand, gravel, and a biological layer to help with filtration. Advantages Can scale from a large community to a single household. When paired with rural health training, greatly decreased infant mortality rate. Creates clean water for drinking, hygiene, etc. |