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Jaipur Students Invent Fog-Catching Mesh
4 Jul
Summary
- A new mesh captures water from fog and high humidity.
- EcoFog requires no electrical energy, making it sustainable.
- The project won an international science fair award.
In Rajasthan, India, a region prone to drought and water scarcity, two students from Jaipur have pioneered a sustainable solution called EcoFog. Diivij Todi and Mrityunjay Gupta developed a unique composite mesh capable of passively collecting water from fog and environments with high relative humidity. This innovative fabric requires no electrical energy, making it an accessible and affordable option for villages facing water crises.
The EcoFog mesh operates on a natural principle, trapping water vapor from the air and condensing it into collectable droplets through gravity. Unlike traditional fog collection nets that need dense fog, EcoFog is effective even in high-humidity conditions. This low-cost technology offers a vital new water source for rural communities and isolated regions struggling with drought.
The project's ingenuity was recognized globally. EcoFog won an award at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair, the world's largest pre-university science competition. It was also selected as a finalist for The Earth Prize 2026, highlighting its potential to address global water challenges.
