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Blue Filter
Org Type
For Profit
Year Founded
2020
Winner or Finalist
2025 Finalist
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Primary Project Category:
Secondary Project Category:
Carbon Sinks (Natural & Engineered)
Energy
Finance
Social & Cultural Pathways
Transport and Mobility
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Project Summary / Description:
The Blue Filter Initiative is a pioneering project designed to tackle water contamination through a sustainable, eco-friendly purification solution. Using natural, plant-based materials, the Blue Filter removes 98% of harmful nitrates and chlorides without relying on chemicals, energy, or pumps. This initiative focuses on empowering farmers and underserved communities by providing affordable access to clean irrigation water, improving agricultural productivity, and promoting sustainable farming practices. In addition to the technology itself, the initiative integrates farmer training programs and consultation to maximize its impact, ensuring long-term benefits for both the environment and local economies. By addressing water quality challenges at their source, the Blue Filter Initiative contributes to global efforts in achieving clean water access, sustainable agriculture, and resilience against climate change.
How Project Affects Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions:
['Reduces GHGs (e.g., projects that reduce sources of GHGs, such as through efficiency or other changes in consumption)', 'Removes/stores GHGs (e.g., projects that capture, sequester, or otherwise enhance the "sinks" that accumulate and store GHGs)']
Impact on Underrepresented Groups:
The Blue Filter project directly empowers climate-vulnerable communities, particularly farmers in underserved regions facing critical water contamination issues. These communities, often comprising marginalized groups, are disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change and pollution. By providing an affordable and eco-friendly water purification solution, Blue Filter helps improve agricultural productivity, food security, and livelihoods, addressing systemic inequities. Our project emphasizes inclusivity by integrating women and youth into its implementation. We prioritize involving women-led farming initiatives, equipping them with training and resources to adopt sustainable practices. Additionally, our outreach programs focus on educating youth in climate-vulnerable regions about sustainable water management, inspiring them to lead climate solutions in their communities. Within our organization, we actively engage with underrepresented groups through partnerships with local NGOs and grassroots organizations. We collaborate with local leaders to ensure equitable access to Blue Filter technology and create opportunities for women and youth to participate in its deployment and maintenance. By empowering these communities, Blue Filter not only addresses water challenges but also fosters resilience, self-reliance, and representation in the broader climate movement, ensuring that no one is left behind in the fight against climate change.
Sub-Categories:
Renewables
Nature-based
Agriculture
Methane
Plastics
Built Environment
Energy Efficiency
Restoration
Biodiversity
Energy storage
Rural
Urban
Circular Economy
Oceans
Forests
Waste
Carbon Removal
Electric Transportation
Cooling Solutions
Technology
Advocacy
Biomass
Conservation
Clean Cooking
Environmental justice
Research or Economic Modeling
Measurement, Reporting & Validation
Communications
Mission Statement:
At Blue Filter, our mission is to provide innovative, affordable, and eco-friendly water purification solutions that address global water contamination challenges. We are committed to empowering farmers and underserved communities with sustainable access to clean water, improving agricultural productivity, protecting the environment, and fostering resilience against climate change.
Link: Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/salah.sady.5/
Link: LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/salah-el-sadi-1a1085aa/
Sources of Past Funding:
Individual donations
Foundation grants
Corporate contributions
Government grants
Membership fees
Events and fundraisers
Earned income
Corporate partnerships
Bequests and planned giving
In-kind donations
Impact investing
Crowdfunding
Endowments
Bootstrapped
Equity
Debt
Carbon offsets or credits
Other