This is a great new idea for parts of the developing world where underground aquifers are hard to reach and accessing water is a problem. Forget dirty diesel pumps, electrification and major water infrastructure, a good bit of pumping will solve the problem. The pumpy pump pump can be made by any gap year student or native in a few minutes and it really works. Try it at home and let us know how you get on.
Recommended links:
- Report by International Water Management Institute, Pedaling out of Poverty: Social Impact of a Manual Irrigation Technology in South Asia
- Bamboo Treadle Pump