Tanzania - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

GREEN ZERO aims to tackle high costs of infrastructure in vast areas by using plastic pellets in asphalt for roads to enhance thermal stability. Also repurpose waste into building materials crucial for constructing schools and hospitals in rural regions.

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

GREEN ZERO has a digitalized waste management system that utilizes RFID technology to track waste from collection to conversion. The converted products are then transported to sectors like road construction, manufacturing industries to make flip flops sandals, construction sites while also time delivery is strictly maintained. Waste is converted through our 4 main waste conversion processes depending with the type of waste either through; pyrolysis, carbonization, gasification and torrefaction, producing products like syngas, biochar for soil, methane, and tar. Our goal is to turn all waste into useful products aligning with our motto of "converting Trash into cash." Additionally, SynGas as a byproduct has alot of advantages as it can be used in energy generation therefore offseting our electricity & energy costs in the long-run. GREEN ZERO’s objective is to repurpose our wastes to useful products that can be utilized instead of polluting the environment.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

1. Environmental Pollution Reduction:Helps in reducing environmental pollution caused by improper waste disposal methods. 2. Resource Conservation:Converting waste into products like syngas, biochar, methane, and tar contributes to resource conservation by utilizing waste materials that would otherwise be discarded. 3. Energy Efficiency:Utilizing syngas for energy generation helps in offsetting electricity and energy costs, contributing to long-term sustainability and energy independence. 4. Circular Economy Promotion: It promotes a circular economy by transforming waste into valuable resources thereby reducing the dependence on virgin materials & contributing to a more sustainable production and consumption cycle. 5. Improved Waste Management Practices:Implement RFID technology to track waste from collection to conversion ensures efficient waste management practices & enhances transparency in the waste management process. 6. Creation of Economic Opportunities 7 Soil Improvement.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your project intends to provide (at least 3).

1.Reduction of Waste: These processes can significantly reduce the volume of waste materials, especially organic wastes that are otherwise difficult to manage or dispose of. 2.Production of Useful Products: By converting waste into products such as biofuels, biochar, and syngas, the project can contribute to energy generation, resource recovery, and environmental sustainability. 3.Environmental Impact: These processes can reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional waste disposal methods like landfilling or incineration. 4.Economic Opportunities: There are economic opportunities in terms of producing valuable products from waste materials, which can potentially create jobs and support local economies. 5.Soil Health Improvement:Producing biochar from waste for soil enrichment helps improve soil fertility & health supporting sustainable agriculture practices and ecosystem restoration.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your project is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

1. Municipalities and Local Governments:supports municipalities & local governments in efficiently managing and reducing waste. This can lead to cost savings in waste disposal and landfill management. 2. Industries & Manufacturers:Industries benefit from Green Zero's converted products which can be used in manufacturing processes, thereby reducing raw material costs and promoting sustainable production practices. 3. Construction Sector:Construction sites can utilize it’s products contributing to sustainable building practices. 4. Agricultural Sector:Farmers benefit from Green Zero's biochar, which improves soil fertility & health, leading to increased crop yields & reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers. 5. Energy Sector:Syngas produced can be used in energy generation, benefiting both residential and commercial sectors. 6. Environmental Conservation Groups benefit from Green Zero's initiatives to reduce waste pollution through innovative waste conversion. 7.General public

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2024-06-01

01.06 How many other partners are associated with your business venture?

1

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

1

01.08 Please describe the profile of each of the other partners (skills, experience, etc.)

Hardworking and a very visionary figure who is always one step ahead on the innovative edge of technology.

01.09 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link here:

https://www.instagram.com/14kendrickxs?igsh=YTd2d2VrdWR4cTYx&utm_source=qr

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

j) Public services

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

By creating economic opportunities through waste conversion into valuable products, Green Zero helps in poverty reduction, particularly by generating new jobs and income streams in waste management and related sectors.

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

Green Zero's biochar production can enhance soil fertility, leading to increased agricultural productivity and food security. This contributes to reducing hunger by improving crop yields and ensuring sustainable food production.

02.03.01 My project contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

The project reduces environmental pollution and exposure to harmful substances by promoting proper waste management practices. This contributes to better public health outcomes and improved wellbeing in communities.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

Green Zero can support education by raising awareness about sustainable waste management practices and promoting environmental stewardship. This empowers communities with knowledge and skills necessary for sustainable development.

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

The project can create opportunities for gender equality by providing equal access to jobs and economic opportunities in waste management and related industries, thereby empowering women economically.

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

Effective waste management reduces contamination of water sources and improves sanitation conditions, contributing to cleaner water and better sanitation facilities in communities.

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

Utilizing syngas for energy generation contributes to affordable and clean energy access, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting renewable energy sources.

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

Green Zero creates decent work opportunities by establishing sustainable practices in waste management and supporting economic growth through innovative technologies and new market opportunities.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

The project promotes innovation in waste management technologies (such as pyrolysis, gasification) and contributes to building resilient infrastructure (e.g., for waste collection and conversion processes).

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

Green Zero supports sustainable urban development by reducing waste generation and promoting the use of recycled materials in construction and other industries, contributing to cleaner and more resilient cities.

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

The project promotes responsible consumption by converting waste into valuable products and minimizing waste sent to landfills, thereby reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainable production practices.

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

Green Zero mitigates climate change impacts by reducing greenhouse gas emissions through proper waste management and by utilizing renewable energy sources like syngas for energy generation.

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

Proper waste management prevents plastic and other waste materials from entering water bodies, reducing marine pollution and protecting marine biodiversity. This contributes to the conservation and sustainable use of oceans, seas, and marine resources.

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

By converting waste into biochar and other useful products, Green Zero enhances soil health and fertility, contributing to sustainable land use practices and biodiversity conservation. Healthy soils support ecosystems and enhance resilience to climate change impacts.

02.16.01 My project contributes to the Peace justice and strong institutions goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

The project encourages partnerships between government bodies, private sectors, and communities to achieve sustainable development objectives. Collaborative efforts foster innovation, knowledge sharing, and capacity building, enhancing the effectiveness of sustainable development initiatives.

05.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

1 - Strongly Disagree

05.02 The product/service we envision creating represents an entirely new type of product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.03 The product/service we envision creating could be described as a new technology.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.04 The product/service we envision creating is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.06 The product/service we envision creating responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.07 The product/service we envision creating is a new version of an old product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.08 Justification

The GREEN ZERO project embodies innovation by applying advanced waste conversion technologies such as pyrolysis, carbonization, gasification, and torrefaction. These innovative solutions transform waste into valuable products, promoting resource efficiency and environmental sustainability.

05.09 Who are your main potential competitors and what makes you stand out from them?

Local municipalities that end up sorting wastes in the landfills or incinerating the wastes. But in East Africa, the only company is Gjenge. Due to a considerable small amount of competition we can strategically partner up together & upscale our business to reach the whole African continent, Also Gjenge has not diversified into Road constructions or producing SynGas hence giving us a more competitive edge to win over the markets and partner up with Governments in sustainable road constructions & energy production.

10.06 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

Yes, By allowing them to work in the facility and having direct participation through exchanging different views in our ongoing meetings in the near future for the sole betterment of the company’s goals and objectives.