Section outline

    • Case 2: SolDrop

      Solar Water Harvesting for Drought-Resilient Farming

      SolDrop is a cleantech startup in southern Spain developing affordable solar-powered devices that extract water from atmospheric humidity for irrigation. The company designed its technology together with smallholder farmers and uses AI-assisted design to improve condensation efficiency and reduce material use. Its financial model also links investment and revenue to measurable environmental and social impact.

      In this case, you will explore:

      • how design thinking can address complex sustainability challenges such as water scarcity;
      • how AI can support prototyping and product optimisation;
      • how investment decisions can amplify the environmental and social impact of a green startup.

      SolDrop shows how understanding users, experimenting with solutions, and making responsible financial decisions can work together to create sustainable innovation.

      Main learning theme: Design Thinking and Problem Solving with and without AI
      Additional learning theme: Money Impact
      Suitable for: Learners interested in cleantech, AI, agriculture, design thinking, or impact investment