Maximize cleanliness while optimizing water use for families living without basic services.

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1 Challenge Maximize cleanliness while optimizing water use for families living without basic services. Solution Balde a Balde (Spanish for Bucket to Bucket ) is a portable faucet that delivers running water from any container. Criteria running water from any bucket Affordable for people living on $4-10 a day Reach at least 1 million people Save money and/ or help generate income page 1 of 5

2 Field Research Methods revealing aspirations and water challenges Shadowing Mapping Exercise Timeline Ideal Home Layout Guided Tour Storyboard of Water Image Deck Participant Observation Ten-day research trip to Cerro Verde, a 30,000-person slum of Lima, Peru Problems & Opportunities Global Economic Pyramid Mature Markets, 0.5 Billion Handwashing can save twice as many lives as clean water alone (based on statistics from charitywater.org) Emerging Markets, 2 Billion Survival Markets, 4 Billion Focusing on female heads of households from families living at the bottom of the pyramid ($4-10/day). 20+ families interviewed by research group. Personally hosted by two core families. Handwashing Transport Water-borne illness Current methods either means not only leave hands or the doctor s bills, but also water source dirty. loss of productivity and opportunities for education. To use water for any task, water must be moved with a pitcher, causing spills and contamination. Observed Behavior Rosa, 31 y.o., mother of two Naida, 26 y.o., mother of two There s nothing set up so kids don t wash up I d rather have clean kids than clean water. -Rosa Pouring water from tub held in mouth Rinsing in grey water page 2 of 5

3 Field Testing & Co-creation : Lima, Peru Three families Three days Three families of Cerro Verde were given early prototypes and cameras to document their use. At the end of three days, interviews were conducted with video feedback. (photos taken by residents of Cerro Verde) It s like I have a faucet! - Elisa I love it! I just sent my husband to buy a table so I can make a wash station - Rosa Future Plans for Co-creation A co-creation challenge, run during testing of 100+ prototypes, awards users for creative uses and modifications of the product, generating new products though co-creation while building a relationship with the customer. filter heat shower We are currently exploring options for attachments with a water filter company. page 3 of 5

4 Prototype Refinement Based on Field Research The switch is hard to use, especially when my hands are soapy. ONE-HANDED ON/0FF: Existing valves too difficult to operate onehanded, let through too little water, or require high pressure Engineered a specialized valve to combine the ease of use of a click pen with the simplicity of a marble-stopper bottle It should let me change the amount of water. ADJUSTABLE FLOW: Redesigned valve for larger volume and adjustable water flow I d like to use this with my tacho (55 gallon drum). UNIVERSAL CLIP: Designed a three-point, spring-loaded clip for attachment to both large and small containers. Determined the ideal size, volume, backflow capabilities and cost for the pump. page 4 of 5

5 Unlike other handwashing interventions, this product affords more than just clean hands; it optimizes the full range of water-related tasks in the home. By working with existing containers, Balde a Balde provides families with running water wherever they need it. total < $3 to manufacture Benefit to the user Promotes health by supplying the hygienic benefits of running water Makes hand washing more accessible to children Allows for exact control of where and how much water is used, to save water consumption Provides the experience and dignity of using a tap Increases productivity by minimizing the time and attention required for tasks Convenient, easy, one-handed operation *This product is currently patent pending Benefit to the client Access to emerging markets Opportunity for corporate social responsibility Potential for add-ons to create a product line, including filtering, heating and shower attachments. Benefit to society Supports health and sanitation education, to reduce incidence of water-borne illness. Brings attention to market opportunities at the bottom of the pyramid. Tubing Clip extruded ABS steel spring and pin Pump Blow-molded rubber Valve injection-molded polypropelene silicone seal steel ball page 5 of 5