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Climate & rising waters

THE FLOATING LOTUS The floating lotus aims ta be a sustainable electricity source with facilities to accommodate farming, fishing, and housing.

Climate & rising waters

THE FLOATING LOTUS The floating lotus aims ta be a sustainable electricity source with facilities to accommodate farming, fishing, and housing.

Focus Laureat prize
  • Year2020
  • LocationGhana

Salination contaminating farmlands while rising temperatures triggered the migration of fish stock has affected the livelihoods of farmers and fishermen in Ghana. Also, electricity demands exceed the supply and add ta the already challenging livelihoods of the community. The floating lotus aims ta provide a solution. The current movement is captured through the anchoring system, generating electricity in tandem with the photovoltaic roof panels. While farming, fishing, and housing facilities are included

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PRETORIUS

i am a fervent Architect by profession and an ardent Designer and Traveler during my pastime. My interests create a “research playground” that supports and benefits my career. A career that will always be developing and improving.

South African