The goal of Appropriate Technology (AT) is to increase the standard of living for the developing world without requiring excessive resources and to use sustainable materials appropriate to the cultural aspects of the local community. Appropriate Technology is one step beyond the basic concept of sustainable development because it is culturally sensitive and does not impose western technology ideology on developing nations; rather it works within the native concepts and resources to achieve economic development.
Some of the best examples of appropriate technology include addressing basic human needs such as access to clean drinking water and making daily tasks simpler to allow for time and energy to pursue other economic ventures.
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Author:Kathy Fairchild
