Hasta La Ideas

Happy World Water Day! Tippy Tap has a simple design solution to a big problem affecting health and well-being in developing countries. Watch the video below to learn more about the Tippy Tap and build your own.

The tippy tap is a hands free way to wash your hands that is especially appropriate for rural areas where there is no running water. It is operated by a foot lever and thus reduces the chance for bacteria transmission as the user touches only the soap. It uses only 40 millilitres of water to wash your hands versus 500 millilitres using a mug. Additionally, the used “waste” water can go to plants or back into the water table.

Thanks to Pilgrim Films!

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