Remote Innovation

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

The search for innovation is forever ongoing. When jaded urbanites tend to take technology for granted, many new creations ironically fail to get their rightful place among people in rural and remote areas where they are most needed. What is needed is nothing too sophisticated; just simple yet practical products can go a long way in making daily life a lot easier if it augments one’s livelihood. Tempo English Edition takes a look at local and imported innovations and how they are doing in Kalimantan, Sulawesi and West Nusa Tenggara.

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FAR away at Sekonyer village, in the area of Tanjung Puting National Park, Central Kalimantan, lived Abi and his family. With no electricity, all family activities normally took place in the dim light of oil lamps at night. But, the 29-year-old man can now breathe with relief. Since late last year, Abi and his family are able to use a solar-powered lamp. “They are bright, economical, and at the same time reduce fire hazards,” he told Tempo. A

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