E-waste remains a big problem.We were founded by two high school students. echo aira solar-powered fan project that tackles waste and provides an affordable and cool lifestyle.
In March 2023, CBS News 90% of discarded solar panels end up in landfills Therefore, by 2030, it is expected that retired panels will cover an area equivalent to approximately 3,000 football fields. Next, PIRG pointed out that: In the United States alone, approx. 6.9 million tons of e-waste every year. It then reported WEF estimates that approximately 81.6 million tons of e-waste is generated annually worldwide. Finally, the Brookings Institution found that: 23 million US residents They now live in areas experiencing extreme heat, facing high energy costs, and with vulnerable populations that are least able to cope with these impacts.
Hello, we are Ishita and Daniel. We plan to use solar powered fans to take action against the current domestic climate, both personal and environmental. We believe that our community projects contribute to global efforts to reduce the current harms faced by the environment and millions of people.
I hope that by the end of this article, you too will be able to contribute.
So, Echo Air? ![](https://earthnew.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/EcoolairLogo.jpg)
echo air is a coined word: ECO + Cool + Air. get it?
Our story unfolds in a single conversation. Looking back on our travels back home to India and the Philippines, we were struck by the only thing we had in common. Even though our family endured the heat, we were reluctant to turn on the air conditioner. We are working on distributing solar-powered fans that are familiar to people.
What started as a casual interaction evolved into a deep realization that people don't like expensive air conditioners and many can't even afford them. We realized that this common phenomenon extends beyond our hometown and resonates in the United States as well. With that began a determination to implement solutions to what had disrupted us, what we had witnessed, what we had experienced.
After extensive research, we found that an old PC fan is a suitable and sustainable material to provide a comfortable cooling method. Additionally, using discarded solar panels to provide electricity is a further step towards sustainability.
This way you can kill three birds with one stone (or at least get a little off course).
Echo Air's big goals
The bridge between the availability and affordability of comfortable cooling continues to widen every day. Currently, nationwide, More than 500,000 public and low-income housing units do not have air conditioning.
AC units are more than just a luxury item Until now- Not everyone has rights.
Looking at recent statistics, 32,000 people died and 65,000 were hospitalized due to extreme heat in their homes and workplaces. These cases are generally more prevalent in low-income households, once again victims of this chilling disparity in amenities. Given the predicted rise in temperatures, it is more important than ever to address this crisis.
Not only are Ecoolair fans free of purchase, installation, and maintenance costs, they are also poised to solve the cooling comfort dilemma that burdens our homes. By leveraging readily available energy sources, our fans can be installed in homes across the country.
We aim to not only increase the number of households with access to cool comfort, but also reduce hospitalizations due to lack of cool comfort, and we do more than simply provide products that are easy to access. life-saving solutions.
We are actively working to reduce our environmental impact by recycling discarded solar panels and PC fans. This includes: Initial greenhouse gas emissions are 3.4% This is related to the production and leakage of hazardous metals (lead and cadmium) into the ground from discarded solar panels. This holistic approach contributes to improved human and environmental health.
Anyone can help!
Our goals may be lofty, but we need to source discarded PC fans and solar panels.and what we need is your help!
If you are an individual or know someone who is thinking about recycling their computers, please consider donating a PC fan to our cause.check us out Websiteor send an email to: ecoolair24@gmail.com We will work with you to determine shipping details. The same appeal applies to solar panels. If you are looking for a way to recycle your solar panels, we would be happy to choose your solution.
If you're an organization whose main purpose is to recycle e-waste or solar panels, please help us by donating a portion of the PC fans and solar panels we receive. If you are interested in collaboration or partnership, please contact us below. ecoolair24@gmail.com.
together we can make a difference
We need all the help we can get. Please spread the word if you can. Not only does Ecoolair benefit the environment, it can also have a positive impact on your life. By joining forces with us, we can embrace an eco-friendly path and take an important step towards sustainability. At the same time, it also contributes to providing a comfortable coolness. This should not be considered a luxury item.
that's all we ask for your Please support us by providing the necessary materials to make this project and its mission a reality.
If you have read this article to the end, we would like to thank you for your patience and time, and we sincerely hope that you will consider supporting our cause. thank you!
About the author
Ishita Maseti I'm currently a high school student in Indiana. Dreaming of her future in chemical engineering, she spends her spare time indulging in classic hopeless romance, annoying her siblings (including the dog), and staying up to date with the latest technological advances. I spend my time doing things like that.
Daniel Esguerra I'm a high school student from Indiana. Amidst her many duties, she works in a local care home, supporting carers and singing for residents. She became interested in physical science from an early age and has developed into her passion for the application of physical science to her humanitarian and environmental work.