🌱 What Happened?
Fifteen-year-old Prisha Gupta, a young innovator from Mumbai, has revolutionized the rural landscapes of India by developing a cost-effective, eco-friendly solar lamp system. Her invention, named SuryaJyoti, uses recycled materials and harnesses solar power, providing a sustainable solution to the lack of electricity in remote areas.
💡 Impact
Prisha’s ingenious creation, installed in over 500 homes across various states by 2021 end, has brought light into the lives of countless families. The solar lamp system has improved quality of life, enabling children to study after sunset, and adults to extend their work hours, thus increasing productivity.
- Prisha received the prestigious Young Innovator Award 2022 for her contribution to the community.
- The lamp costs less than $10 to produce and is easy to install.
- Through her initiative, Light for All, Prisha plans to install SuryaJyoti in 2000 more homes by the end of 2023.
📍 The Bigger Picture
Prisha’s innovative approach shows us that age is not a barrier to making a difference. She epitomizes the power of young minds in shaping a brighter and more sustainable future. Let’s join hands to support such endeavours and light up every home, every heart!