Completed projects:
The GuyanaWiki Project
Partnered with RocketIT, ECO1 has completed its project to compile and augment a complete online encyclopedia on Guyana including detailed information (with pictures and articles) on all common birds and other wildlife as well as plants, local geography as well as all aspects of the Guyanese society. They are distributed free to schools and organisations. In February 2009, ECO1 handed over a copy of the CD to the ICT Manager at NCERD which is attached to the Ministry of Education.
The Organic Weedicide
Tests have been conducted with our vinegar-based organic weedicide. Examples of trials conducted can be seen here.
Ongoing projects:
(updates on ongoing projects can be seen on the blog section)
Dye Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSC)
It is hoped that this device can be produced in Guyana at an affordable cost. The finished product will therefore be more affordable and thus put solar energy into the reach of more Guyanese.Trials in replicating the DSSC in Guyana are ongoing updates are given in the blogs.
Biodegradable takeaway food boxes
There is a great need in Guyana for biodegradable food boxes, as the currently popular styrofoam boxes contribute significantly to Guyana's solid waste problems. Research is ongoing to look into producing an alternative from sugarcane byproducts locally.
Water Wheel Mini Project - Alternative Energy
Plans are being made to generate energy from installing waterwheels in rivers and creeks. Homes and small businesses can benefit greatly from cheap, renewable energy, particularly in poor and remote locations.