Salt-Powered Refrigerator developed by three Indian teenagers Dhruv Chaudhary, Mithran Ladhania, and Mridul Jain built an Thermavault an insulated cooling box that needs no outlet which has earned international recognition after winning a $12,500 Earth Prize for its innovative solution to vaccine storage challenges. Thermavault, the electricity-free refrigerator, uses special salts to maintain low temperatures, making it suitable for transporting vaccines and medical supplies to remote villages without reliable power. Inspired by problems witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the students designed the technology to improve healthcare access in underserved communities. The prize money will support further development and wider deployment of the innovation. Their achievement showcases how student-led innovation can address real-world healthcare challenges while promoting affordable and sustainable technology for rural communities.
Salt-Powered Refrigerator Wins Global Prize: Indian Teens Earn $12,500 for Rural Innovation
