The New School / Parsons School of Design / MFA ID, Global Studio, Fall 2024

ADAMA is the first naturally derived probiotic pill specifically designed to restore and revitalize eroded soil. By harnessing the ancient agricultural art of bokashi fermentation, ADAMA transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich bioavail-able compounds that enhance soil fertility, structure and carbon capture potential.

ADAMA envisions the future of regenerative agriculture and the means to reclaim Earth.

Bioshoe is a footwear solution designed to meet the needs of children in Sub-Saharan Africa who could not afford shoes, which are required to attend school.

The Bioshoe is made with biochar derived from locally sourced agricultural waste and produced using affordable equipment.

For every pound of biochar, about 2 pounds of CO₂ is removed from the atmosphere. At the end of their life, Bioshoes decompose, sequestering CO₂ in local soil.

EOS is a low-power filtration system that captures toxic airborne particulates such as micro-plastics and various greenhouse gas emissions from transportation and local industry sources.

Designed to be a robust, low maintenance, street-level solution for urban areas, EOS includes lighting and operates on self-generating wind and solar energy.

Bint Bladi Bint Bladi, meaning “Daughter of My Land,” delves into the profound connection between war and environmental degradation, with a focus on the carbonization caused by conflicts.

Rooted in a personal love for the lands of Palestine, Syria, Lebanon, and Yemen, the book examines how the scars of war extend beyond human suffering to poisoned air, wasted soil, and scarred landscapes. Further, the project advocates for peace as a crucial pathway for the decarbonization of nations.

Aquabloom is a foldable rain and fog collector designed for easy transport and assembly, offering sustainable water harvesting, storage, and communal spaces for off-grid communities in remote areas.

Aquabloom can be set up during the wet season to capture excess rainwater and store it for the dry season, providing a climate-adaptive solution when naturtal water resources are unavailable.

Pangolins proposes a novel approach to to prevent deforestation and preserve forests as natural, vital carbon storage sinks.

Pangolins, primarily found in Southeast Asia and Africa are illegally poached and trafficked for their keratin. However, their diet of termites aids in regulating the forest against insect infestations and destruction, contributing to a balanced ecosystem.

Protecting pangolins reduces the termite population, allowing forests to thrive.