All Environment crowdfunding projects

We are a non-profit association based in Switzerland and focus on the collection and recycling of plastic waste in Kenya. Together with the local population, we want to build houses from the plastic and thus offer not only shelter, but also jobs and employment.

Carbon Queen Grill The Carbon Queen Grill is a Micro Gasifier that transforms wood to gas and charcoal. The gas produced (H2, CnHm, CO) is mixed with air to achieve a total and proper burning (CO2 and H2O). The mix of Biochar with compost provides ideal nutrients for plants. Furthermore, the nutrients remain in the soil instead of being flushed out by water. Carbon Queen Crowd funding: why do we need your money? For our launch on 10.05.2014 we were able to produce the first, small series of the uniquely designed and high quality Carbon Queen Grill. The grills can be ordered for 980CHF in varnished black- or grey-, unvarnished-, or polished stainless steel (1200CHF). Now that we have successfully built our prototypes, we are fundraising in order to produce the next series of Carbon Queen Grills. If funded at the level of 12,000 CHF, we will be able to finance the next series of grills. If funded at the level of 36,000 CHF we will be able to finance the next series AS WELL AS build up the concept for developing countries. If funded at the level of 96,000 CHF, we will be able to finance the next series, as well as build AND implement the concept for developing countries Your help will allow us to stand on our own two feet financially – then with big steps – turn our vision into reality and help those who need it most! Every cent counts, and no donation is too small – give what you have! Advantages of the Carbon Queen Grill • Because it burns the gas produced by the wood rather than the wood itself, the energy can be used more efficiently and the grill is smoke free. • The grill’s heat can be regulated with the air controller. • The biochar allows for nutrients and humidity to be stored in the soil, which in turn is funnelled into the plant roots by microorganisms. This leads to a substantial increase in harvests. • The atmospheric CO2 used by plants is stabilised in biochar for centuries and stored in the soil. Hence with each grilling you are doing your part to stave off climate change. Vision Carbon Queen – From waste to value Our aim is not only to sell the uniquely designed, high quality Carbon Queen Grills in Switzerland. We also hope to support small-scale farmers in developing countries through the implementation of a biochar system that enhances nutrient deficient soils. We intend to finance that vision via local sales of the grill as well as through other support (such as crowd funding). We are working on a concept of closed nutrient cycles, resulting in the most efficient implementation in agriculture and gardening. The central idea is to use “waste” to produce new, valuable, raw material. Composting, biochar and maggot breeding play key factors in our system: From waste to value. With the Carbon Queen Grill you can get to know the first puzzle piece and enjoy it in your own garden. To learn more about our activities, check out our website www.carbonqueen.ch or follow us on Twitter @ _Carbon_Queen!

The idea is simple: support a system of ecoguard patrollers to prevent poaching and raise awareness at the local level. By creating employment, we efficiently preserve the species on this ancestral spawning site. Since 2010, The Swiss Cetacean Society –SCS, in association with the Fondation Ensemble (Together Foundation) and Earth and Wildlife Association (l’association Terre et Faune), support the work of a local team from the Ulanga Ngadizja association. Mohamed Said Hassani has a Doctorate in Chemistry and is a researcher in the Faculty of Science of the University of Comoros and others. His team consists of 4 ecoguards , including 1 woman. The support of the SCS has ensured the operation of the local office, the salaries of the work team, their initial training and the production of a documentary. Daily patrols are organized to protect the turtles and their eggs from poaching. The work conducted over recent years has helped us compile a series of summaries describing scientific observations, this basic, yet valuable data still has to be processed. Mr Said Hassani and his team have encouraged improved communication and information for local people (fishermen, villagers , government , children, media) to sensitize the local population to the fact that it is in their own interest to keep the turtles. That their role in the ecosystem is essential to ensure plenty of fishing, an essential source of local income. The possible ecotourism development could also be an alternative source of income. Once launched, the project to protect the green turtle maintained by Ulanga Njazidja obtained environmental funding from "small grants" (specific program of the United Nations Development Programme or UNDP), receiving the amount required to build bungalows and a multipurpose room (also House of Turtle ) for tourism which have yet to be developed. Only a few years ago, turtles had no chance of returning to sea on these very beaches and today they are timidly returning to them, renewing their faith in humanity. Remarkable work was undertaken by the Ulanga Njazidja Association to achieve the objectives of raising awareness and preservation. Most importantly, we have guided the return of the Green Turtle on their ancestoral spawning grounds for now and forever. CONCLUSION The foundation work just waiting to germinate are asked. SCS wants to continue its collaboration with Ulanga Njazidja offering logistical support at the international level. CONTINUATION OF PROJECT ISTHREATENED, like the baby turtle that journeys from its hatched egg to the ocean. While we are witnessing the return of Turtles, funds are shrinking and WE NEED YOU TO WRITE THE REST OF THIS STORY !

The island of Lesbos is right in the middle of the European refugee crisis. Everyone who arrives needs a cup to drink every day. Often this problem is only solved for a short time and disposable dishes are used. With just one small step we can reduce this waste and raise awareness for sustainability. A reusable cup - for every visitor at our community centre!

Zanskar is located in the region of Ladakh in the trans-Himalayan mountain desert in the extreme north of India with villages located at an altitude of 2700m - 4000m above sea level. Zanskar is a cold desert with winter temperatures touching - 30° C & an average annual rain/snowfall of only 100 mm. Zanskari people are mostly self-sufficient farmers and totally depended on their crops and domestic animals. In the high altitude they grow barley, wheat, peas and some vegetables (potatoes, carrots, cabbage, spinach)

Breitsch-Swap: Your 24/7 Swap Shop and Swapping Community. Forget long waiting times for swap events or expensive second-hand fees. At Breitsch-Swap, you can swap well-maintained maternity wear, women's and children's clothing, as well as toys for points at any time. Use your local swap point, find great new treasures, and easily contribute to the circular economy! It's sustainable, fair, and extremely flexible.