WINNER:
The Appropriate Technology Collaborative

With the Project:
Mayan Power and Light

Mayan Power and Light (MPL) tackles energy poverty and water contamination in rural Guatemala, particularly focusing on empowering Mayan women, 75% of whom live in poverty. By offering renewable energy solutions and female entrepreneurship courses, MPL helps uplift communities. The organization provides solar power and water filters, which reduce emissions, save money, and improve health. MPL also supports schools and midwives to ensure safe childbirth and long-term savings for families, particularly during the critical first 1,000 days of life, as highlighted by the World Health Organization.