Eco friendly.
Off-grid.
Reducing domestic burden in remote communities.
Introducing a simple, electricity-free washing machine that can utilize collected rainwater or river water to clean clothes in communities where manual washing is prevalent.
The primary goal of this initiative is to provide a sustainable, low-cost solution to alleviate the physical burden and time consumption of manual clothes washing.
Our goal is to implement change using engineering and community level initiatives to create impactful change while considering the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
The TerraWash machine is the result of ongoing engineering and design innovation, developed with consideration of the unique needs of Amerindian communities in Guyana, South America. Through multiple prototypes, we have refined each iteration to ensure ease of use, durability, efficient in off-grid settings. Every TerraWash machine design carefully integrates local customs, daily routines, and environmental conditions to create a solution that is both practical and culturally respectful.
Engineering and Design
TerraWash machine is a charitable initiative to design and distribute electricity-free washing machines to underserved communities in Guyana’s interior regions. The goal is to significantly reduce the time and physical burden of manual laundry - an unpaid task that disproportionately impacts women and girls. Globally, women in developing countries spend an average of 6-8 hours per day on domestic chores, with up to 40% of that time dedicated to hand-washing clothes.
Supporting Women and Girls
Ministry of Amerindian Affairs
With support from the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs, Guyana, we aim to have wide spread use by mid 2026.
“Incorporating engineering and design principles we create an easy to use product that has transformative potential in daily life .”
— Rhiya Armogan
“Using collected rain water we can reduce travel with heavy buckets to rivers and consider conservation efforts.”
— Aarya Armogan
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@terrawashproject.com