WatSan
WatSan, sustainable cost-effective Handpumps, Water & Sanitat
The WatSan Group ("Water & Sanitation Group") promotes the introduction of sustainable, cost-effective WatSan technologies, like spare parts free handpumps, low-cost household water filters, rooftop rainwater harvesting, school handwashing promotion and the introduction of modern latrines in rural and peri-urban areas.The WatSan Group aims to provide an ...learn more
GROUP DETAILS
Created: Nov 14, 2007
Updated: Nov 02, 2009
Membership: Open
Semi-Private
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Problem [Edit]
There are several perceived barriers– social, economical, political, and physical– enviromental that contribute to individuals inaction on social issues that smite our planet Earth. The DoGooder attempts to help break down some of those barriers by allowing anyone with an Internet connection to support causes, in both tangible and intangible ways, simply by browsing the Internet. Donate money to green initiatives and charitable causes without spending a dime– on a the surface level, a paradox perhaps, but in truth, now a reality.
Action [Edit]
Simply download and install (takes literally about 10 seconds) the browser plug-in for free. It is available for Firefox (recommended), Internet Explorer, and Safari (with some limitations). The plug-in allows end users to opt-in to see campaigns related to environmental issues, charitable causes, health and wellness, and green and cause related tips.
Results [Edit]
Awareness of causes across a broad demo-graphic of end users; regular and perpetual tangible support for funding social causes and green initiatives.
Limitations [Edit]
The browser-plug in works most effectively on Firefox, but is available for Internet Explorer (version 7.0 recommended) and Safari.
