Solar Fruit Dehydrators for MicroEntrepreneurs
Organization information
Appropriate Technology Collaborative
Location: Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Summary
In indigenous communities of Solola, Guatemala 48% of children are malnourished. Their parents suffer related issues of high unemployment, lack of education and finance opportunities, and are unable to break the cycle of poverty. ATC works with small cooperatives in the department of Solola to link appropriate technologies with community groups to improve the quality of life. Solar Dehydrators sustainably produce dried herbs, fruits and vegetables to generate an income.
Project locations
Guatemala