Enriching lives; environmental knowledge in Malawi

Aim

To gain support for my ongoing grassroots environmental architecture projects creating huge social impact around rural Malawi

Malawi was once an African rainforest which has been reduced to a desert in less than 70 years. Timber construction methods in Malawi are still extremely unsustainable. There are 18 million people to house who all depend on wood for heating, cooking and building. Malawian timber sources are diminishing and therefore other construction options need to be rapidly developed. The most vital aspect to all programs is to ensure environmental education and self-sufficient building methods are utilized prior to further deforestation.

Imagine Malawi, a place of environmental harmony; where people can use their natural resources and replenish them while doing so with a full understanding of how the natural systems work. Imagine, if people saw the riches of the resources in Malawi and knew how to build beautiful earth built houses by themselves. 

I will continue to expand my entrepreneurial creations by training people in design and construction of alternative building technologies like rammed earth, bamboo construction, recycled building materials etc....  With your help I can facilitate and create a positive, measurable social impact. 

So far in 4 years without crowdfunding the enterprise has built many rural constructions including;

• An eco-village comprising of 7 unique earth builds
• A sustainably sourced, multi-material primary school
• An education center showcasing many affordable alternative methods
• A girls hostel: a safe educational space for young women who live far from their school

I have also advised on environmental strategies within commercial builds, including urban housing and a police station.

This job is often volunteer based in a country with a devalued currency. Your donation will continue to develop knowledge and vital skills of a country which is currently crying out for more sustainable methods of design and construction. Any amount of a contribution will be much appreciated.  £500 will pay for the building of one affordable home and simultaneous training of 10 passionate Malawians in sustainable building methods, allowing them to apply the same knowledge to build affordable, sustainable housing in their own communities.

Thank you

This project closed unsuccessfully on 23rd September 2017