Safe Waste Incinerator Initiative For Kids

Health

Thailand

15 children

$0 of $685 raised

0 Donations

Cause Created: 10/09/2025
Funding Complete

About the Cause

Posted by TH0828 in Thailand on 10/09/2025

The church’s biomass incinerator installation project is a proactive initiative to combat environmental pollution and public health challenges caused by unmanaged organic waste in rural and underserved communities. Many households generate organic waste such as food scraps, vegetable peels, dried branches, and leaves, which, if not properly disposed of, result in unpleasant odors, attract flies, and create breeding grounds for disease-carrying insects. Additionally, open burning of waste releases toxic fumes and greenhouse gases, contributing to long-term environmental degradation and climate change. This project will install a smokeless or low-smoke biomass incinerator, providing a safe, economical, and environmentally friendly waste disposal alternative. It will benefit the local community, including schools, childcare centers, and households within the immediate vicinity, especially vulnerable groups like children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health problems who are most affected by pollution. Beyond waste management, the project offers opportunities for community education on proper waste segregation, environmental conservation, and health improvement. It encourages community participation in caring for their environment, fostering unity and a shared commitment to stewardship—reflecting the love and responsibility articulated in their faith. This initiative aims not only to improve local health and environmental conditions but also to serve as a model for sustainable community development rooted in care, compassion, and environmental responsibility.

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What the church is contributing

Physical Resources
The church will provide a site for stove installation and related events, supply basic equipment, and contribute volunteers to assist with maintenance and day-to-day operations throughout the project period. These contributions will ensure reliable local oversight, reduce setup costs, and strengthen community ownership of the initiative.
Human Resources
The church is committed to supporting this project by contributing space, necessary equipment and volunteers to help with operations and provide care throughout the project period.
Financial Resources
$15

How the church will sustain the Cause

The church’s community biomass incinerator installation project aims to foster "sustainable change" by encouraging responsible waste management, resource use, and community self-reliance. The long-term goal is for the community to independently maintain and operate the incinerators, minimizing dependence on external agencies for waste disposal. To achieve this, the church will provide comprehensive training and develop a dedicated team of community volunteers equipped with the knowledge to operate, maintain, and repair the incinerators. This local capacity-building will ensure the community can sustain the project beyond the initial funding period. Additionally, the project will promote the utilization of biomass charcoal by villagers—such as using it as fertilizer or processing it into local products—adding value and encouraging environmentally friendly practices. Feedback from the community underscores the urgent need for this initiative, as many households currently dispose of organic waste improperly, leading to odors, smoke, and health issues, especially during dry and windy seasons. Moreover, reliance on firewood has contributed to deforestation, highlighting the importance of alternative solutions like biomass incinerators that reduce natural resource consumption. By transforming waste into usable products, promoting resource conservation, and fostering community participation, this project aligns with local lifestyles, ensuring its sustainability, scalability, and positive impact well into the future.