by CREATE! | Sep 6, 2019 | Improved Cookstoves, Senegal, Testimonials
Renewable and appropriate technology is at the heart of CREATE!’s work. We strive to develop sustainable solutions that benefit communities and preserve the environment. Our solutions range from solar-powered water pumps to organic agriculture methods, improved...
by CREATE! | Aug 16, 2019 | News, Senegal
We live in a linear economy, described as a “take-make-dispose of” way of living. This creates excess waste that builds up over time and harms our environment. A circular economy, however, closes the loop so that “waste” is often improved and reused again. This mimics...
by CREATE! | Aug 9, 2019 | Cooperative Community Gardens, Improved Cookstoves, News, Senegal, Water
CREATE! has partnered with two new communities this year! We have chosen to work with Boustane Lo and Mbossedji after they showed enthusiasm and dedication to participating in new projects and developing sustainable communities in rural Senegal. In the photo above,...
by CREATE! | Aug 2, 2019 | News, Senegal
Women in rural Senegal are working together to develop sustainable livelihoods and support an innovative, worldwide movement that helps others do the same. Through CREATE!’s participatory programs, Senegalese women are supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals...
by CREATE! | Jul 25, 2019 | Cooperative Community Gardens, Culture & Recipes, News, Senegal, Testimonials
CREATE! is about self-development and participation. Communities use the knowledge that our technicians teach as a foundation to develop self-sufficiency on their own. In fact, communities often go above and beyond utilizing their new knowledge. Meet Fama Fall, a...
by CREATE! | Jul 19, 2019 | Cooperative Community Gardens, News, Senegal, Solar Power Projects
CREATE!’s Executive Director, Michael Carson, recently visited Senegal this July. In this week’s blog post, Michael shares his experiences with our partner communities and team as well as CREATE!’s plans for the future with appropriate technology. Thriving Community...
