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WarkaWater – reducing hardship for rural Ethiopians

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By Lorrin Windahl. Hopefully, by now, most people are aware of the hardship associated with obtaining clean drinking water in many parts of Africa. I have actually witnessed primary school children carrying 20 litre jerry cans full of water for…

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The Longboard Stroller – sustainable urban mobility

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By Lorrin Windahl. I must say that I’m pretty excited by this latest product discovery. Not only does it appeal to the sustainable designer in me, but the mum of a one year old as well. The Longboard Stroller is…

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