Featured Archives - Sanitap https://sanitap.org/category/featured/ Climate Change Solutions Tue, 15 Feb 2022 16:18:03 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://i0.wp.com/sanitap.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/fav-1.png?fit=32%2C29&ssl=1 Featured Archives - Sanitap https://sanitap.org/category/featured/ 32 32 214817236 Only 9% of Madagascar’s rural population has access to safely managed drinking water. https://sanitap.org/only-9-of-madagascars-rural-population-has-access-to-safely-managed-drinking-water/ Mon, 07 Feb 2022 15:15:27 +0000 https://sanitap.org/?p=7716 Just 9% of Madagascar’s rural population has access to safely managed drinking water.  A further 27% of the rural population does have some level of basic service but the 64% have limited or no access to clean water.  A full 18% of rural populations only have access to surface water.   The picture is better …

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Just 9% of Madagascar’s rural population has access to safely managed drinking water.  A further 27% of the rural population does have some level of basic service but the 64% have limited or no access to clean water.  A full 18% of rural populations only have access to surface water.

 

The picture is better – in relative terms – in urban areas with 38% having access to safe water, but the national average is still only 21%.

 

 

Source:  SDGData

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]]> 7716 Using the Blockchain for Impact Measurement and Results Based Funding https://sanitap.org/using-the-blockchain-for-impact-measurement-and-results-based-funding/ Thu, 03 Feb 2022 11:33:09 +0000 https://sanitap.org/?p=7419 A project to demonstrate the application of a blockchain based impact exchange platform, facilitating the funding of impact projects in return for irrefutable proof of impact.

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Blockchain ledger platforms have significant potential to establish transparency and indisputable records of activity and transactions. From the donor / investor point of view, they are able to see exactly where their funding ended up being used.

A blockchain is a distributed ledger database that is shared among the nodes of a computer network. While known for its role in cryptocurrency systems, the blockchain’s key characteristic is the maintenance of a secure and decentralized record of transactions. The innovative application of blockchain is that it guarantees the fidelity and security of a record of data and generates trust without the need for a trusted third party.

This transparency, clarity and irrefutability are of significant value to the impact investment sector – relating measurement and proof of impact.

The project will look at the application of Smart Contracts within a blockchain-enabled Impact Exchange Decentralised Exchange platform.

It is anticipated that the use of the Impact Exchange protocol will spread through Project Developers (service providers) and providers of capital as the funders gain irrefutable evidence of impact for the investment they make, and as the service providers are rewarded for delivery of impact.

The Project explores:

  • New mechanisms of funding development and climate change investment:

    New models for intermediation and support innovation of new structures
  • Impact measurement and management:

Business case, develop practice, practical toolkits, innovation and scaling, connection with stakeholders

  • Information gaps and market linkage:

The ability to provide accurate, granular information for use in outcome assessment.

  • Pace of action and deal flow:

To increase incentives to service providers and lower costs as funders are able to finance specific projects directly. 

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]]> 7419 Innovative portable hand washing solution: The SaniTap bag https://sanitap.org/innovative-portable-hand-washing-solution-the-sanitap-bag/ Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:04:59 +0000 https://sanitap.org/?p=7366 The SaniTap is a device designed for handwashing with soap in the absence of running water. Suitable for adults and children alike, the unique spout opens easily and can be closed without contaminating washed hands. Ideal for use in challenging environments, the Sanitap provides a solution for handwashing for the whole household.

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Clean hands saves lives!

Current problem and market state 

Handwashing with soap is globally recognized as one of the most effective and affordable public health interventions. It’s impact in reducing diarrheal diseases and respiratory infections, the two main contributors to under-5 deaths, is well proven in scientific literature and a tremendous amount of resources is spent every day to encourage hygiene promotion.    

Unfortunately, many families lack access to readily available water sources or have no running water at home. As a result, knowledge about handwashing does not always translate into improved behaviour. 

 

The SaniTap solves this, and provides the missing ‘hardware’ solution to the existing hygiene promotion ‘software’ programs. Use of the product can dramatically increase the health impact of WASH programs.

Product features  

The SaniTap:

  • Uses a unique water tap that can be easily opened and closed by adults and children, without recontamination of fingers after hand washing.
  • Is made of durable layered plastic reinforced foils that are UV resistant. The product will easily last for one year.
  • Is light and portable, with a 3-litre reservoir sufficient for a household’s daily water handwashing requirements.
  • Has a carrying handle for easy filling, handling and transportation.
  • Comes with a sealable inlet closure for easy filling.
  • Can be printed with tailored branding and logos.

Product benefits and features

  • Water-saving!

The SaniTap reduces water requirements for handwashing: important in water-scarce environments. With a flow rate of 0.3 litres/minute it economically provides water requirements for a family of 5 to wash their hands 3 times per day. 

  • Life-saving!

Washing hands with soap using the SaniTap can significantly reduce the risk of diarrheal diseases and pneumonia. Correct use of the SaniTap will save up to 3 lives per thousand bags in use. 

  • Cost-saving!

In countries with a high disease burden, the cost-per-life saved can be as low as $1,400. This is far lower than any other WASH intervention. The product is light and collapsible reducing shipping costs. 

  • Long-lasting!

The SaniTap is robust and has a guaranteed life of one year. The product is UV-resistant; durable and made of recyclable plastics. Because it is collapsible, rapid shipping by air is possible. 

Product Specifications 

  • Soap holder. A special soap net that conveniently hangs next to the flow of water. This avoids soap getting soiled or lost: important because handwashing without soap is not effective.
  • A special spout which can easily be opened even by young children. The patent-pending spout is closed by a simple upward tap of the back of the hand. This avoids contamination of now clean fingers.
  • Sufficient volume. The SaniTap holds 3 litres of water: enough for family of 5 to wash their hands 3 times per day whilst remaining water-saving.  
  • UV resistance. The plastic laminate film used for the SaniTap is UV resistant – ensuring a long life even under tropical conditions.
  • Easy filling. The SaniTap bag has a wide closable inlet at the top, making it very easy to fill with water.
  • Easy carry handle. The bag incorporates a sturdy handle, making it easy to transport (e.g. after filling with water from a public water point away from the home).
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]]> 7366 Adaptation to climate change https://sanitap.org/adaptation-to-climate-change/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:07:49 +0000 https://sanitap.org/?p=7245 Least developed countries (LDCs) have not been the main cause of global warming and climate change, but they will be impacted most and have less resources at hand to adapt.

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What Adaptation means in practice is that individuals, communities, cities and nations (‘We’) will need to adapt to the changes that will – inevitably – occur due to climate change and actions that mankind (but particularly the so-called ‘developed’ world) which has, is having, and will continue to have on global warming.

Here the collective noun ‘We’ is used because all of us will be impacted in one way or another. The difference is that some will be better equipped to adapt, others less so. Some will be impacted more severely; be more capable; or have more resources (money/skills/information) than others.

 

SaniTap works with communities and funders to look beyond ‘Development’ (important though this is) to help prepare and adapt infrastructure, processes and behaviours: adaption measures to build resilience for the future inevitable changes.

“Adaptation” refers to adjustments in ecological, social, or economic systems in response to actual or expected climatic stimuli and their effects or impacts. It refers to changes in processes, practices, and structures to moderate potential damages or to benefit from opportunities associated with climate change.

Adaptation measures can range from building flood defences; protecting clean water sources; setting up early warning systems for cyclones and switching to drought-resistant crops; to redesigning communication systems, business operations and government policies.

Adaptation also encompasses making the most of any potential beneficial opportunities associated with climate change (for example, longer growing seasons or increased yields in some regions) and also lifting communities above the most basic of living standards to more lasting, resilient, stronger standards taken for granted by the developed world.

Adaptation clearly goes beyond just development to include measures which address additional risks specifically caused by climate change. It is still unclear how expensive these measures will be or who will pay for them, but the World Bank suggests adaptation could cost the same again as the world currently spends on development assistance. Development Banks and national Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) are committing time, energy and finance to bring together NGOs, national and international bodies and the private sector to address the macro issues.  What is vital is that the communities themselves – the affected people are properly represented and co-developers of appropriate micro and local level solutions.

SaniTap has experience with, and understanding of, working at both the macro and the micro – developing and using globally applicable approaches to implement local solutions.

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