The Appropedia Foundation is a nonprofit that provides open access to information on sustainable living and green technology. Our platform, Appropedia, has over 3,500 contributors sharing their knowledge, resulting in more than 14,000 pages of content in various languages, helping people work towards a sustainable future.

Vision

We aim for a world where everyone can access the knowledge they need to live sustainably and build better lives with fairness and care for the environment.

Mission

Our mission is to share open knowledge that helps people solve global problems with practical solutions. We want to ensure that everyone, everywhere, can access this information to create a better, sustainable future.

Values

Fact-based knowledge: Appropedia is a rich source of knowledge, combining insights from both academic and traditional wisdom. Everything on Appropedia is grounded in real-world theory and practice, making it reliable and trustworthy.

Experiential learning: We believe that learning by doing is key. Each person’s unique experience adds to our understanding and helps us apply skills in fresh ways.

Openness: At Appropedia, we share knowledge freely. We use open licenses and give proper credit, all while encouraging a culture of sharing to help knowledge grow and reach everyone.

Value of know-how: We value contributions from everyone, whether you’re formally educated or have hands-on experience. We bring together these diverse perspectives to create real impact. No matter your background, you’re welcome to join our community and make a difference.

Global focus: Sustainability affects us all, wherever we are. Appropedia is dedicated to making content accessible to everyone, so we can work together toward a more sustainable future.

Human-centered: Appropedia connects sustainability with human life, focusing on building better, sustainable lives for everyone. All our shared knowledge aims to keep people’s well-being at the heart of everything we do.

Help us continue developing and sharing collaborative solutions in sustainability,
poverty reduction, and international development.

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