From 1 August to 31 July, the Citizen Entrepreneurship Competition participants had time to work on their ideas and projects with our free courses and materials, develop them further, make contacts, exchange ideas in the campus community and collect votes for a month.
We look forward to presenting the participants and their concept-creative ideas and projects even after the end of CEC 2024:
TaxMan, is a mobile App aimed at making it convenient for Small Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMME) to post their accounting transactions real time i.e. from their mobile phones. The App is meant to address challenges of tax non-compliance which mainly emanates from lack of accounting know-how and heavy consultation fees by SMMEs. NB: TaxMan, is not an accounting application nor software. But it is an accounting data repository.
The project consists of 3 components: rooftop greenhouses, an online shop platform, and a restaurant. Our rooftop greenhouses will be located on top of the city buildings. The production can be delivered via online platform that has features. The project includes a modern establishment with a pleasant atmosphere and unique design, which is a green corner in the city. This provides us with a direct supply chain for the restaurant.
Our vision at the Indian EcoHub for Women is to create a future where the everyday normal citizen is given the knowledge and resources to be well equipped to fight environmental instability. We want to do this by offering workshops, providing spaces for environmental conversations, and selling environmentally conscious products. We understand that India has come a long way and is now a much better place for women in terms of opportunity. But we must also acknowledge that a lot of areas in India doesn’t permit the growth of passion within women. That is why we have made this hub specifically for women in India to discover and water their passion for the environment- their home.
This project empowers underprivileged women by providing the training and resources necessary for financial independence. It targets women working as domestic servants and janitors, helping them break the cycle of poverty and debt by transforming them into entrepreneurs. The initiative offers interest-free micro-loans up to a certain amount, with nominal interest on larger loans, fostering financial responsibility. Leveraging pre-established trust within housing societies, the project ensures immediate sales, while broader market strategies target caterers, shops, and wholesalers. Continuous support and mentorship create a ripple effect of empowerment, benefiting individuals, families, and communities, contributing to sustainable economic development.
We are fans of Taylor Swift *** not affiliated with her by the way*** who want to create TayTay-inspired shoes and streetwear to help fund poor swiftie fans' education in Australia and overseas.
This project is about encouraging people to step up in mental health and give them hope.
Introducing "Re-imagine" by Starz Origin – a groundbreaking product that showcases the limitless possibilities of 3D printing in furniture design. This revolutionary sofa challenges traditional manufacturing with its innovative design and rounded rear structure, redefining both comfort and aesthetics. With the art of 3D printing, "Re-imagine" pushes the boundaries of furniture design. Every curve and contour is meticulously crafted, resulting in a sofa that goes beyond the ordinary. The cushioned seating provides unparalleled comfort, inviting you to relax like never before. "Re-imagine" is more than just furniture; it's an invitation to transform your living space. Its unique design and 3D-printed precision make it a conversation starter, a work of art, and a symbol of a future where furniture knows no bounds. Unleash your imagination with this revolutionary sofa.
AlDub Library is a charitable project to construct school libraries across the country as part of the show's dedication to promote education and to support children who are trying their best to reach their dreams.
This is a plan that aims to empower persons with disabilities to be economically independent, while doing smart and sustainable agriculture practice which is the Black Soldier Fly farming. Black Soldier Fly is a fly which is an important fly used to recycle market waste and create manure used in farms as natural fertilizers as well as feed for chicken, duck and fish at home.
As high school girls deeply passionate about dogs and environmental sustainability, we've founded a nonprofit to craft dog toys from recycled clothing materials. Inspired by our love for our own dogs and our shared experiences in environmental science classes and volunteer work, we're dedicated to making a meaningful impact on both the lives of dogs and the health of our planet. Our organization has grown to include a team of dedicated volunteers who share our mission, and to date, we have donated hundreds of toys to shelters across California. Pupcycled is more than just a project; it is a movement that promotes environmental responsibility and compassion for animals. For more information, visit our website at www.pupcycled.org.
Eco-Family is an innovative app designed to bring families together on a meaningful journey toward sustainability, starting with the pivotal challenge of reducing food waste. This platform combines gamification, artificial intelligence (AI), and social interaction to engage, educate, and encourage families to adopt eco-friendly habits. By making sustainability a fun and rewarding part of daily life, Eco-Family aims to instill lifelong habits that benefit both the planet and its inhabitants.
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NutriGuard is an innovative food-scanning mobile application designed to help individuals make healthier, environmentally, and ethically responsible food choices. By utilizing barcode and OCR technology, NutriGuard provides personalized analyses of packaged food products based on user’s specific medical conditions. The app aims to improve nutritional literary and health awareness.
We aim to create a product made out of oyster shells and their biofilms to filter water. Waste oyster shells have sparked interest among scientists in recent years for their capacity to adsorb heavy metal ions. The biofilms containing microbes on oyster shells can effectively degrade organic contaminants. Up to 10 million tonnes of bivalve shells are discarded annually, contaminating local environments. While the use of both processed and unprocessed waste oyster shells has been demonstrated, there has yet to be a complete design of an oyster-shell-derived, compact filter product that local dwellers can readily use. Our campaign centers on a special filter bead composed of two parts: a core of powdered oyster shells and a layer of biofilms. The core consists of pyrolyzed oyster shell powder, which stabilizes the pH level and adsorbs metal ions. The second layer, composed of cultured biofilms, filters ammonia, phosphate, and organic substances.
EcoNet: Revolutionizing the Fishing Industry with Sustainable Innovation Today, 640,000 tonnes of fishing nets are discarded in America alone, resulting in the deaths of nearly 7.3 million marine animals each year. While many industries have advanced significantly in the 21st century, the fishing industry remains anchored in 1960s net technology, despite its $212 billion market size. EcoNet is designed to address this stagnation by refining bioplastic materials and setting new industry standards. The Problems with Current Fishing Nets: Material Degradation: Current nets are made from cheap plastic, primarily nylon, which takes over 600 years to decompose in water. These nets are also prone to breaking, requiring replacement every 4 months and imposing financial burdens on fishermen. Bycatch Issues: The design of traditional nets fails to allow young fish or non-target species to escape, leading to high bycatch rates. Fish are often caught by their gills, resulting in unintended captures. Species Endangerment: Existing nets lack selectivity, contributing to the endangerment of various species. Consequently, 63 billion pounds of fish are discarded globally each year, a quantity sufficient to feed 1.6 billion people. The EcoNet Solution: EcoNet introduces a microalgae bioplastic with a distinctive hexagonal design aimed at reducing bycatch. This bioplastic is: Durable and Flexible: Unlike traditional plastics, EcoNet's material is robust and adaptable, ensuring longevity and efficiency. Biodegradable: EcoNet decomposes within 9 months in water, compared to 600 years for conventional fishing nets. Its breakdown products are nutrients consumed by marine life, making it environmentally safe. Microalgae, the core component, grows rapidly (9-12 feet per day) and sequesters carbon, adding to its ecological benefits. By integrating polymers (PBS), plasticizers (Glycerol), and compatibilizers (Potassium Peroxide Sulphate), EcoNet creates a new, durable material suitable for modern fishing needs. Design Innovations: Hexagonal Structure: This design enables young fish and non-target species to escape without getting caught by their gills, significantly reducing bycatch and increasing catch accuracy for fishermen. Green UV LED Lights: These lights deter species like turtles and dolphins while attracting target species such as salmon and trout. Benefits of EcoNet for Fishermen: Enhanced Catch Accuracy: The hexagonal design and green UV lights ensure a more precise catch. Reduced Bycatch: EcoNet minimizes the unintended capture of non-target species. Customizable Net Sizes: Fishermen can easily adjust the net hole size to suit their specific needs. EcoNet not only provides a sustainable and efficient solution for fishermen but also fosters a new, eco-friendly marketplace within the fishing industry. By setting a new trend with this innovative product, EcoNet aims to revolutionize the way we approach fishing in the 21st century.
Health2Hand is an innovative App designed to reduce medicinal waste and facilitate legal and healthy trades between givers and demanders nationwide. To register as a user on Health2Hand, everyone must undergo a self-verification process. This involves uploading a version of your ID to verify your identity and agreeing that all interactions you make on the app are legal and traceable. By meeting this prerequisite, you can engage in healthy and beneficial interactions with one another on the App. As a user, you are not only a potential giver but also a potential beneficiary, meaning that you can not only donate your spare medicines or drugs for stock rights which will also raise your charity value, but you can also buy needed medicines from others usually at a much lower price than those from pharmacies and other online stores which makes it a lot more appealing. Besides selling, users are also encouraged to donate their spare medicines or drugs directly through the app for stock rights of our App. Here is also when the charity value system comes into play, directly reflecting on how many medicines or drugs a user has already donated. The higher your charity value is, the more likely your in-sale products will be seen by people. Our app will set a reasonable price for all the goods donated and resell them to other users(preventing corruption from happening). In return, some of the stock rights will be given to the donors along with charity values. To avoid potential safety concerns, we have established a complete set of rules for all the trades happening. In order to make any type of trade (donations or selling), all the medicines are required to be brand new and uploaded with a clear picture of the barcode, the date of production, and the receipt. When the demanders buy a product from a giver, they are responsible for the delivery fee on the way, furthermore, by comparing the item with the information (pictures and authenticity provings) on the app and clicking “the received button”, the receiver acknowledges that the giver is irresponsible for any damages happening afterward. In the case that the demander receives the wrong items that they are not satisfied with, they can issue a return. The returning delivery fee will be paid by the giver. Our app will also charge an additional fee of 8% of the price for all the medicines sold successfully through the app and this surcharge will be used for the monthly maintenance of the app. For all the donations, we will sell them at the normal market price with certain discounts. In return, the donors will be given a certain amount of stock rights to our app as mentioned above. Additionally, we will open up chat functionalities between users, aiming to build a community where patients can support each other emotionally and psychologically. This feature will hopefully foster a supportive environment, enhancing the overall experience for everyone involved.
FinEducation Brazil will be an online platform dedicated to provide basic financial literacy to underserved communities of teenagers and young adults in Brazil. The core of it would be a Basic Financial Literacy Curriculum and a More Advanced Financial Analysis Curriculum (Online Courses). However, the website will also include blog style content such as videos, podcasts, articles to further develop the education of the audience.
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