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Episode 12: Interview with Fermin Reygadas, Co-founder of Fundacion Cantaro Azul
Episode 12: Interview with Fermin Reygadas, Co-founder of Fundacion Cantaro Azul
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Length:
34 minutes
Released:
Jun 24, 2014
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Podcast episode
Description
Fermin Reygadas is Executive Director and Co-founder of Fundacion Cantaro Azul, an organization based in Mexico that works with rural communities to develop and implement safe water services.Berkeley, Cantaro Azul developed the first ultraviolet water disinfection system specifically design for rural households. Cantaro Azul has also developed safe water solutions for schools and communities, including a hybrid franchise called Nuestra Agua. The franchise uses a kiosk-based technology operated by local entrepreneurs under an economically sustainable model to offer an affordable and reliable safe water service.Fermin’s ultimate goal is to enable widespread and constant access to potable water while empowering community members with ownership and control of their water sources.In this interview, Fermin talks about:
Cantaro Azul’s blend of research and groundwork
The importance of building a support system
Why social entrepreneurs need passion and empathy
The benefits of working collaboratively with rural communities
Cantaro Azul’s social franchise model that works with local entrepreneurs to provide potable water
Cantaro Azul’s blend of research and groundwork
The importance of building a support system
Why social entrepreneurs need passion and empathy
The benefits of working collaboratively with rural communities
Cantaro Azul’s social franchise model that works with local entrepreneurs to provide potable water
Released:
Jun 24, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode
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