Michael Pritchard
Social Entrepreneur | Turning Plastic Waste Into Clean Water
Most recently at TED in 2009.
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Michael Pritchard is a social entrepreneur dedicated to solving the global water crisis. He is the inventor of the Lifesaver bottle, a personal water filtration system that removes viruses, bacteria, and contaminants from dirty water.
Pritchard's innovative approach has provided clean drinking water to millions worldwide. His TED Talk on the Lifesaver has been viewed over 1 million times, showcasing his ability to translate complex technical solutions into powerful human stories.
Pritchard's keynotes inspire audiences to tackle seemingly intractable problems with creativity, empathy, and a relentless drive for impact.
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How to make filthy water drinkable
Too much of the world lacks access to clean drinking water. Engineer Michael Pritchard did something about it -- inventing the portable Lifesaver filter, which can make the most revolting water drinkable in seconds. An amazing demo from TEDGlobal 2009.
1 talk, all in 2009
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