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A portable water purification tank designed for the developing world but useable by anyone
Problem
Worldwide, primarily women and girls, must travel long distances each day for water with no guarantee the water will be clean or safe to drink.
Research
Key Facts of Water Collection
Physically demanding and time consuming responsibility
Task that almost always falls to women + girls
Water gathering trips often involve long distances over rough terrain
Water is heavy and carrying the load can lead to heath implications
Millions get water from unsafe sources with high likelihood of pollution & illness
Key Values
40%
World demand for water will exceed supply by 40% by 2030
2.1 Billion
People who face challenges in access to clean, safe water
42 lbs
Weight of 5 gallons of water
Burden of gathering water falls primarily on women + girls
Sketching + Ideation
Solution
How it works
1) Fill with water from any water source
2) Solar power recharges an internal battery that powers UV light sterilization of the water inside the tank
3) Pump to create pressure and push water through an advanced filter that will:
a) Be a second line of defense in removing pathogens
b) Remove debris and improve water taste and appearance
4) Drink, Shower, Wash, Cook
UV Sterilization + Advanced Filtration
offers failsafe redundancy in producing safe, clean water
3 Models for different needs
Filtration only, low cost
Solar Powered UV + Filtration
Airless tires for travel over rough terrain
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