Our goal is both donator and receiver a benefit. Donator contribute to reduce the food waste that helps eco-system sustainable goals. Donator will get a coupon and point to use shopping. Receiver save money and food.

Ideate

Educational Content

• Write blog posts, make videos, or design infographics explaining why food waste is harmful and how everyone can help.

• Partner with schools to teach kids about food waste and sustainability.

Policy Advocacy

• Advocate for laws requiring supermarkets or restaurants to donate unsold edible food.

• Promote incentives for businesses that reduce food waste.

Prototype

• User Onboarding

  • Sign up / log in screens

  • User profile creation (e.g., location, preferences)

• Food Listing Interface

  • Upload food items to share (photo, description, quantity, expiry date)

  • Edit or remove listings

• Browsing & Searching

  • Feed of available food items nearby

  • Filters (category, distance, expiry)

• Item Details

  • Detailed view of each item with contact/pickup info

  • Request button to claim the item

• Messaging System

  • Chat or messaging between sharer and requester

• Notifications

  • Alerts for new nearby items or messages

• Map Integration

  • Show items on a map based on user location

Goal:

Our goal is to create solar-powered charging spaces for electric cars in parking areas. These charging spots use sunlight to power Electric vehicles directly, reducing the use of traditional electricity and lowering pollution. This supports SDG 13: Climate Action by encouraging clean energy and helping fight climate change.

Ideate:

Awareness Content

• Make simple videos or posters that explain how solar energy works and why it’s good for the planet.

• Share tips online about how using solar chargers helps reduce air pollution and saves money in the long run.

• Work with companies or schools to promote green energy through workshops and small events.

Public Policy Support

• Suggest ideas to the local government to support solar charger installation in public places like malls, schools, or parks.

• Ask for rewards such as parking discounts or points for people who use solar charging.

• Recommend policies that make it easier for businesses to invest in solar systems.

Prototype (Simple Version) – Solar Charging Parking Spots

1. Smart Solar Roof System:

• A solar panel roof is built over each parking spot.

• It uses sunlight to make electricity, which is stored in a battery.

• A small screen shows how much solar energy is being made in real time.

2. Easy Charging Dock :

• Drivers park and plug in their car easily – no need to touch any screens.

• The system detects the car type and gives the right charging speed.

• Colored lights show the status (red = charging, green = full).

3. Mobile App Features:

• The app lets users:

• Find solar charging spots nearby

• Book a spot before they arrive

• See how much energy they used

• Get reminders when charging is done

4. Points and Rewards

• Each time someone uses the solar charger, they earn points.

• Points can be used for free charging time, discounts, or eco gifts.

5. Eco Dashboard

• The app and the screen at the parking lot show:

• How much clean energy was used

• How much CO₂ was saved

• The user’s full charging history and savings

Ideate:

In colder parts of the UK, more people are looking for winter clothing that’s not just warm and stylish, but also sustainable. With growing awareness of fast fashion’s environmental impact, shoppers especially eco-conscious adults, young professionals, and parents want durable, ethical alternatives that fit unpredictable weather. Yet options that combine function, fashion, and transparency are limited. This gap presents an opportunity to design a circular winterwear line that’s adaptable and traceable. Key features like modular garments, QR codes for product history, and repair kits help extend clothing life and reduce waste. Subscription options and return rewards support a circular model, while a companion app guides users on care and recycling. As interest in slow fashion rises, existing tech tools and UK-based recycling partners make the model feasible. Testing begins with a small modular collection, QR-enabled tags, and a return program trial in Glasgow. The brand plans to launch online through platforms like Depop and Vinted, paired with pop-up events in major cities. Over time, the model can scale regionally, expand the product line, and build deeper community engagement through co-design and local partnerships.

Prototype:

North Loop is a UK based fashion brand rethinking winterwear with a strong focus on ethics, sustainability, and smart design. With the tagline “Wear the season, not the waste,” the brand stands for transparency, circular fashion, and clothes built to last. It's made for people who want style and function without the guilt of fast fashion.

Their solution? Modular jackets that adapt to changing weather, kids’ snowsuits made from organic materials, and clothing tagged with QR codes that reveal the item’s origins, impact, and care tips. With a built an app that helps you track how often you wear each piece, when to return it, and how to care for it plus, you get rewards for sending items back. Each order also includes a repair kit to help extend the life of your clothes.

North Loop is testing the concept with a small launch offering select pieces, QR tech, and a return program in Glasgow. The rollout includes an online store, second hand platform collaborations, and a social campaign where customers share their “jacket journeys.” Looking ahead, we plan to grow the collection, open local return hubs, and team up with artists for limited edition drops.

Clinton Nwogu

Sharjeel Aftab

Sadiq Oluwatemiyin

Xiyin Zhang

Yiyih Jiang

Bukola Akindolie

Ideate

Problem Identified:

High cost of solar panels in Sri Lanka makes it hard for average households and small businesses to adopt renewable energy.

Goal:

Produce affordable, durable, and efficient solar panels using locally available resources or regional partnerships.

Target Market:

Low to middle-income households

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs)

Rural communities with unstable electricity

Unique Selling Point (USP):

“Affordable solar power made in Sri Lanka, for Sri Lanka.”

Focus on cost-saving tech, longer lifespan, and local support services.

Sustainable Impact:

Reduces carbon emissions

Lowers household energy bills

Promotes local green jobs and tech development

Prototype Stage

Basic Features of Prototype Solar Panel:

Mono/polycrystalline cells sourced via regional suppliers

Tempered glass and aluminum frames for strength

Improved heat resistance for tropical climate

Simple plug-and-play setup for homes or shops

Tools Needed:

Lab/testing space

Basic tools for soldering, framing, and circuitry

Access to small batch manufacturing equipment

Some raw materials are available within Sri Lanka which we can get at a cheaper price (aluminum, Tempered glass, wirings and packaging materials).

Still some core materials ( Pv cells, silicon wafers, EVA films) needs to be imported which can be imported at low cost from China and also get some subsidies from the government.

The reason why existing firms have higher price is that there is no or very limited production in Sri Lanka and also all the raw materials are directly imported.

Ideate

Imagine:

Let’s think about a future where every person in refugee camps has clean water to drink. To make this happen, we can use:

• Technology to clean the water,

• Education to teach people,

• Support from the community,

• And help from NGOs and governments.

The solution should be:

• Easy to carry to different places,

• Smart – it checks if water is safe,

• Cheap or free for poor families,

• Easy to use in many places.

Ideas from Research:

1. Smart Water Purifier System

• Runs with solar power.

• Has filters and smart sensors.

• Connects to a mobile app.

• Alerts people when the water is dirty or when filters need changing.

2. Community Water Tanks

• Big water tanks with filters.

• Local people take care of it.

• Funded by NGOs and governments.

3. Water Education

• Teach people why clean water is important.

• Show how to keep water clean.

• Local volunteers can give lessons.

4. Clean Used Water

• A small system that cleans dirty water using sand, charcoal, and UV light.

• Cleaned water can be used for cleaning or farming.

5. Partnerships with Companies

• Work with water companies to get help and tools.

• NGOs and governments help train people and install the systems.

Things to Think About (Ponder):

1. Can locals use and fix it without outside help?

2. Can we make it cheap?

3. Can we use it in other refugee camps too?

4. Will people accept and trust the system?

5. Can it last for 5–10 years? Who will fix it?

Prototype

We are building a Smart Water Purifier System that gives clean drinking water to refugee camps.

What it looks like:

• A small box with two tanks: one for dirty water, one for clean water.

• A solar panel on top to run without electricity.

• Smart sensors inside to check if water is safe.

How it works:

1. Pour dirty water inside.

2. Water goes through UV and RO filters to clean it.

3. Smart sensors check the water quality.

4. A mobile app shows if the water is safe and gives alerts.

Mobile App:

• Shows if water is clean.

• Alerts when filters need changing.

• Lets users report any problems.

• Tracks how much water is used.

Who will use it:

• Families in refugee camps.

• Schools and clinics.

• Community volunteers.

Extra Features:

• Easy to fix by local people.

• Low-cost materials.

• Works with solar energy only – no electricity needed.

Ideate

Imagine:

Let’s think about a future where every person in refugee camps has clean water to drink. To make this happen, we can use:

• Technology to clean the water,

• Education to teach people,

• Support from the community,

• And help from NGOs and governments.

The solution should be:

• Easy to carry to different places,

• Smart – it checks if water is safe,

• Cheap or free for poor families,

• Easy to use in many places.

Ideas from Research:

1. Smart Water Purifier System

• Runs with solar power.

• Has filters and smart sensors.

• Connects to a mobile app.

• Alerts people when the water is dirty or when filters need changing.

2. Community Water Tanks

• Big water tanks with filters.

• Local people take care of it.

• Funded by NGOs and governments.

3. Water Education

• Teach people why clean water is important.

• Show how to keep water clean.

• Local volunteers can give lessons.

4. Clean Used Water

• A small system that cleans dirty water using sand, charcoal, and UV light.

• Cleaned water can be used for cleaning or farming.

5. Partnerships with Companies

• Work with water companies to get help and tools.

• NGOs and governments help train people and install the systems.

Things to Think About (Ponder):

1. Can locals use and fix it without outside help?

2. Can we make it cheap?

3. Can we use it in other refugee camps too?

4. Will people accept and trust the system?

5. Can it last for 5–10 years? Who will fix it?

Prototype

We are building a Smart Water Purifier System that gives clean drinking water to refugee camps.

What it looks like:

• A small box with two tanks: one for dirty water, one for clean water.

• A solar panel on top to run without electricity.

• Smart sensors inside to check if water is safe.

How it works:

1. Pour dirty water inside.

2. Water goes through UV and RO filters to clean it.

3. Smart sensors check the water quality.

4. A mobile app shows if the water is safe and gives alerts.

Mobile App:

• Shows if water is clean.

• Alerts when filters need changing.

• Lets users report any problems.

• Tracks how much water is used.

Who will use it:

• Families in refugee camps.

• Schools and clinics.

• Community volunteers.

Extra Features:

• Easy to fix by local people.

• Low-cost materials.

• Works with solar energy only – no electricity needed.

Group members:

Methmi

Thiresilda

Martim

Kanchali

Gangadhari

Shion Inamura

Abdul

Simon

Waruna

Menete

Kristia

Aathif

Goal:

Generate creative, thoughtful ideas for how seaweed farming can be used to address the ocean pollution and overfishing problem.

Ideas around Seaweed Farming:

1. Eco-friendly aquaculture solution
   Seaweed farms don’t require freshwater, fertilizers, or land — making them highly sustainable.

2. Reduces ocean acidification
   Seaweed absorbs carbon dioxide, helping to combat climate change and ocean acidification.

3. Alternative source of income
   Coastal communities and small islands can benefit economically by farming and selling seaweed.

4. Wastewater purification
   Seaweed can absorb excess nutrients and pollutants, helping clean up coastal waters.

5. Creates job opportunities
   Especially in fishing-reliant communities suffering from fish stock decline.

6. Raw material for food, cosmetics, packaging, biofuel
   Seaweed is versatile and supports multiple industries.

7. Carbon credit opportunities
   Governments and private companies may support it as a carbon offset strategy.

Stage 4: Prototype

Theme: Apply creativity to create

Goal:

Turn the seaweed farming concept into a more specific, testable product or service.

Prototype Concept:

A modular, floating seaweed farming kit for small coastal communities

• Easy to set up, low-cost, and scalable

• Comes with training, starter seeds, and app-based monitoring

• Target users: small-scale fishermen, youth cooperatives, eco-entrepreneurs

Features:

• Modular rafts that can be expanded over time

• App integration for harvesting tips, weather alerts, and marketplace access

• Biodegradable materials to avoid adding ocean waste

• Training manual or workshops for local farmers

KANCHALI

GANGADHARI

THIRESILDA

Simon

Aathif

Waruna

Kristia

Menete

Abdul