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Rural women are the backbone of household economies, yet they face significant barriers in accessing capital and growing sustainable businesses. Despite owning nearly 40% of all businesses, Ugandan women receive only 9% of commercial loans, highlighting a substantial gender gap…

Bamboo is not just a fast-growing plant—it is a powerhouse in the fight against climate change. As carbon dioxide (CO2) levels continue to rise, finding natural solutions to absorb and store this greenhouse gas is crucial. While all plants contribute…

Beneath our feet lies a living, breathing ecosystem that sustains us in ways we often take for granted. Did you know that soil is a non-renewable resource, taking over 1000 years to form just 1 cm?

Our initiative to support rural women entrepreneurs through micro-loans gave five women from two of our Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) $300 each to expand their small businesses. Combined with entrepreneurship and financial training, the project will aim to…

Roskilde University became the meeting place for future pyrolysis innovations, with almost 200 participants, leading companies and researchers who are both dedicated and highly competent when it comes to exploring and developing pyrolysis technologies in Denmark. Few people know that…

Soil health is the foundation of sustainable rural development, playing a critical role in food security, economic growth, and climate change resilience. Healthy soil supports higher agricultural productivity, combats climate change by sequestering carbon, and improves water management in vulnerable…