Acres of Ice designs automated artificial ice reservoirs to capture and store water in high-altitude regions like Ladakh, addressing severe water scarcity caused by climate change and erratic snowfall. By utilizing traditional knowledge and data-driven insights, their systems enhance water availability for agricultural use, benefiting local communities and improving food security.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Communities in high-altitude regions face increasing water scarcity due to climate change, resulting in erratic snowfall and the rapid decline of Himalayan glaciers. This disruption of seasonal meltwaters jeopardizes agricultural practices and food security, while unsustainable groundwater usage further depletes aquifers.
Solution
Acres of Ice addresses water scarcity in high-altitude regions by designing and implementing automated artificial ice reservoirs. These systems leverage traditional knowledge combined with data-driven insights to capture and store water during winter months for use in the early growing season. The automated approach minimizes labor, prevents pipeline freezing, and optimizes water storage, enabling communities to adapt to climate change while preserving traditional practices. By enhancing water availability, Acres of Ice aims to improve livelihoods and bolster food security in water-stressed communities.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes farmers and communities in high-altitude regions facing water scarcity, as well as organizations focused on climate change adaptation and sustainable agriculture.
Features
- Automated artificial ice reservoirs for water capture and storage in high-altitude regions
- Data-driven insights to optimize water storage and distribution
- Low-maintenance design to minimize labor requirements
- Prevention of pipeline freezing through automated controls
- Scalable solutions adaptable to various community needs