People Fixing the World Episodes Available now
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Creating an alternative gig economy
Meet the innovators who want to change gig work for the better
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How to make electricity for your neighbours
The energy microgrid that started with scrap metal and an old bicycle
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Food waste: The solar dryer solution
A simple system for saving food and empowering women
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Ways to save the planet: Using the sun
Using floating solar panels and a see-through pyramid to help the climate
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The tiny satellites changing how we see Earth
CubeSats are small but mighty. They track animals, map coral reefs and spot modern slavery
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The 15-minute city
Everything you need on your doorstep: a radical plan to improve our cities
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COP26: The tech helping you to help the planet
New technology that could lead to better informed choices on climate change
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Ways to save the planet: Ancient solutions
We could save 16% of emissions by using biochar, a simple indigenous fertilising method
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How to spot fake drugs with a mobile phone
Mobile phones and apps are being used to detect fake medicines and save lives
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Talking signs, amazing peas and planes mapping fires
Innovative solutions for city navigation, plastic waste and forest fires