National University of Singapore
A new, nature-inspired system to purify air in underground environments
A new font that maintains readability whilst saving ink and reducing plastic waste
An affordable, small weeding robot to help small farms run more efficiently
KADK – The Royal Danish Academy
Using bacteria to create natural dyes and reduce the need for toxic chemicals
Tshwane University of Technology
An affordable solution to keep hay bales dry and extend their lifespan
A solar powered street lighting system providing internet connectivity that improves urban safety
Using biomaterials to control pests and improve the efficiency of small scale salad farming
A distributed system of soil sensors to facilitate efficient water management in farms of any size
Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (DIDI)
A new system to process date farming byproducts into a range of upcycled materials
A new device to harvest dew in situations of water shortage
Using Palm leaves fibres and ash to reduce cement content in concrete
A smart vent to regulate indoor temperature and humidity in an efficient way without using electricity
National University of Singapore
New packaging material made from durian to reduce the need for styrofoam
Hard-wearing, protective clothing for waste-handlers made of organic fabric
A modular air filtration device that adapts to homes of different size
IED – Istituto Europeo di Design (Madrid)
Bringing moss to city environments to monitor pollution and clean air in a natural way at the same time
Using traditional Papua weaving techniques to make new products from wood fibres
Accessible technology to turn plastic waste into affordable shoes
A plastic exchange system to encourage communities to collect and recycle
University of the Arts Berlin (UdK – Berlin)
A temperature regulating curtain system that works without electricity
École Nationale Supérieure de Création Industrielle (ENSCI)
Using water evaporation and composting to create natural cooling and warming systems
Short range recycling solution to turn coffee shops’ waste into paper cup sleeves
A responsive urban lighting system powered only by salt water
A modular air purification system that does not rely on filters to bring clean air to large cities
University of Applied Sciences (FH) Joanneum
Recycled coffee cups made from coffee grounds to reduce the use of paper and plastic
A compostable and reusable diaper made of recycled fabric
Using the metabolism of the body to recycle 3D printing plastic waste
Transforming pollution into sound with a musical instrument that makes us aware of our environment
A system to capture and recycle micro particles of rubber from tyre usage, reducing dispersal in the environment
A new carbon negative, low cost brick to make construction more sustainable
National Cheng Kung University
A kit to let anyone turn plastic bottles into light sculptures
