Design a tool or machine that turns dirty water into clean water so people or animals can drink it safely.
Imagination League (ages 5 - 12)
SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation: SDG 6 is one of the United Nations' goals to make sure everyone has access to clean water and good sanitation. This targets:
- Clean Water: Everyone to have water that is affordable, and safe to drink and use.
- Sanitation: Everyone to have a safe and clean place to go to the bathroom.
Imagine you have a magical machine that could make dirty puddles or polluted rivers safe to drink - how would you design it?
Many places around the world don't clean water to drink. Dirty water can make people and animals sick. For example, in some parts of the world, kids might have to search hard to find clean water. We want your help to find new ways to help everyone get the clean water they need.
Your challenge is to design a tool or machine that can clean dirty water!
Here are some things to think about:
- How does it work? Think about how your machine will remove germs, dirt, and other harmful things form water.
- Is it affordable? Your design should be something people can use without spending too much money on.
- Is it easy to use? Imagine someone who have never seen your machine before. Can they use it without a lot of help?
- Is it friendly to the environment? Your idea should help people without hurting the planet.
Real-World Examples:
- The Lifestraw: This is a special straw that people can use to drink clean water from dirty sources. It filters out harmful stuff, so the water is safe to drink.
- Water Purification Tablets: These are small tablets that can be added to water to kill germs and make it safe to drink. They're often used in emergencies or by people who don’t have access to clean water.
- Seabin: Seabin is like a giant vacuum for the water that helps clean up trash and oil from lakes and harbors.
Draw your design, build a model, or explain how your tool works and how it will help people and animals get clean water. Share your idea and be a part of the solution to make the world a better place. We can't wait to see what you come up with!
Aramco
Aramco offices across the globe support a wide range of activities, from facilitating the safe and reliable delivery of energy to customers worldwide to pushing for breakthroughs in research and innovation, making us a world leader in integrated energy and chemicals. Specifically, in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education, Aramco is committed to empowering and inspiring the future generation to use their talents to change the world. Learn more about the ways Aramco is making the connection to STEM education by visiting Our approach to sustainability | Aramco.
"Aramco is keen to support efforts that invest in future business leaders, who can drive sustainable and socially responsible economic growth. As part of Aramco’s Global Signature STEM Program, it is a pleasure to support the NFTE and its World Series of Innovation, which aims to inspire and equip the next generation to become innovators and entrepreneurs, who are committed to addressing sustainability challenges."
Ahmad Al-Khowaiter / Executive Vice President of Technology & Innovation at Aramco
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