Bringing new life to Sudan
A simple dam and irrigation system could bring water to the desert – and transform lives across North Darfur
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Drought in East Africa
East Africa is in the grip of a devastating drought. Although we're not a relief agency, Practical Action are working with local communities to understand how we can support them now, and in the longer term.
Find out morePractical Action wins top renewable energy prize
Practical Action has been awarded the Zayed Future Energy Prize in recognition of its pioneering approach to renewable energy and sustainability.
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The rescuers
One of my (not-so-pleasant) vivid memories, is witnessing overflowing sludge from the septic tank at our home when I was studying a...
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7 actions to boost small scale green enterprise in Bangladesh
The term “green business” is barely understood by the majority of people, even the business fraternity.
There is no clear definit...
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Technology for Development
Why is technology justice central to international development?
As history demonstrates, technology provides a catalyst for chang...
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