James: Thanks for having me, Spiffy. Road crashes disproportionately affect youth, as they are the leading cause of death for people aged 5 to 29 years worldwide. The combination of poor road design and conditions near schools, along with the special vulnerability of children, exposes them to daily risks of road injury or death and poor air quality, while also discouraging walking and biking. An estimated 500 children die on the roads every day, more than 10,000 suffer life-changing injuries, and many more are affected by air pollution. A quarter of those who die on the roads are pedestrians and cyclists.
Daniela: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! In our Klima-Taler app we encourage citizens to adopt more sustainable and healthier lifestyle choices. Our innovative approach combines nudging and gamification. Citizens create Klima-Taler (climate coins) by saving five kilograms of carbon dioxide for walking, cycling, and using public transport. These KT can be exchanged for discounts or free admissions in participating cities, creating a tangible incentive for saving carbon dioxide. Our mission is to make sustainability rewarding and accessible for everyone.
Chantel: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Indigeponics provides educational resources for communities to grow their own food using sustainable growing systems, like hydroponic systems. In the past, we had a demonstrational greenhouse that encouraged communities to interact with plants in a unique space that combines science, technology, and culture from an indigenous perspective. Currently, we provide free resources for communities about the basics of hydroponics, plant needs like light, nutrition, and water, and different types of hydroponic systems. Overall, our goal is to continue help others grow tasty food that is easily accessible and culturally relevant to bring communities together through food and kindness.
