Three Indian Teens Win Global Earth Prize for Tamarind-Based Microplastic Removal Innovation
Three teenagers from India, Vivaan Chhawchharia, Ariana Agarwal, and Avyana Mehta, have been awarded the Global Earth Prize for their innovative solution to remove microplastics from water using tamarind powder. Their invention, named Plas-Stick, utilizes powdered tamarind seed as a natural agent to clump microplastics, which can then be removed with a magnet. This method offers a simple and cost-effective alternative to complex filtration systems, particularly beneficial for communities lacking advanced water infrastructure. The invention was inspired by the team's environmental science studies and observations in rural areas where water is often stored in shared containers. The Global Earth Prize, organized by The Earth Foundation, recognizes significant contributions to environmental solutions and was awarded to the team after being voted by 23,000 experts worldwide. 
