Danzel has always been inquisitive, often wanting to help solve problems concerning people around the world. When the opportunity arose for him to participate in the Lighthouse Programme came up, he gladly took it up. He hopes that his participation in the programme will help to spur on his inner creativity so as to help him look at things from a different perspective, as well as learn new skills. He aspires to be able to use these new skillsets to empower others.

I want to work on solving the current world water crisis. At first, I wanted to make a filtration system but soon realised it was better to tackle the root of the problem, which is the build-up of lime that can affect water flow and lead to rusting. Through my research, I came upon this system called the “electronic water softener” and decided to attempt making one myself.

Meeting my industry mentor was really fun. In fact, we built the experimental setup process because he encouraged us to go for it so I think he definitely helped to get this project a step ahead. Working on the project, every step of it including Phase 1 through to the ideation process and brainstorming, to the actual making was mind-opening and really fun.