Marwa Alnuaimi's Background and Inspiration
- Marwa Alnuaimi grew up in a home with a large garden where her family grew their own food and composted their leftovers. 1m13s
- After moving away and returning in 2018, Alnuaimi found it difficult to find work in her field of engineering. 3m31s
- Alnuaimi is a mother of two who has been learning about the job market since returning to Iraq. 3m45s
- Marwa Alnuaimi was inspired by a man who told her he collects bread and dates because they are easy to eat even after getting wet. 7m44s
Food Waste and Environmental Issues in Iraq
- In 2019, there was a noticeable increase in food waste in Iraq, with people scavenging for sustenance in garbage. 4m32s
- One in five children in Iraq lack access to education and consequently, food. 5m57s
- According to recent statistics, each person generates 1.5 kilograms of waste daily, with 58% being compostable organic waste. 6m7s
- There was a desire to find solutions for air, soil, and groundwater pollution. 10m52s
The Start and Growth of Green Gold
- Alnuaimi started a composting experiment in her home using a pickle bucket to hold food scraps and garden waste. 8m36s
- After moving to a new house, Alnuaimi expanded her composting efforts and lab analysis showed the compost contained 80% organic matter. 10m26s
- Marwa Alnuaimi acquired a farm in Al-Doura to develop a business focused on waste management. 11m7s
- Alnuaimi participated in a Startup Weekend program, winning first place and the EIPA award for entrepreneurship, which led to her representing Iraq in Amsterdam for agricultural entrepreneurship. 12m33s
- Marwa Alnuaimi transformed a 5-ton loss into a 120-unit farm on a 4-dunam plot of land with limited resources. 14m32s
Alnuaimi's Hands-On Approach and Determination
- Alnuaimi learned to operate a tractor and perform all the tasks on the farm herself, rejecting the role of a manager. 14m40s
- Alnuaimi's green initiatives, which began in 2018, initially faced skepticism and laughter, with people questioning the possibility of change in Iraq. 15m20s
- Women are capable of achieving anything with determination and a sense of responsibility. 17m30s
Green Gold's Products and Impact
- Green Gold products, made from waste materials, are being distributed to more than five provinces. 18m11s
- Jojo, a character representing the journey of Green Gold, plays a crucial role in improving and developing the products, enhancing their effectiveness and nitrogen content. 18m20s
- Animal waste is turned into tablets called "matal," which is used as a fuel source and is environmentally friendly. 19m47s
