Example Solution Listing

This section of a solution listing provides a clear, structured explanation of an approach, innovation, or action plan designed to address a specific problem. Unlike problem listings, which focus on defining challenges, solution listings offer tangible, actionable ways forward.

A strong solution listing should:

• Clearly define the solution (e.g., a new system, initiative, policy, or method).
• Explain how it works (e.g., step-by-step process, required resources, key stakeholders).
• Showcase real-world applications or evidence of success.
• Identify who can participate and how.

For example, if the solution is urban farming for food security, the listing would cover:

• What the solution is: A system of vertical and rooftop farms to grow food in cities.
• How it works: Uses hydroponics, community engagement, and local government support.
• Why it’s effective: Maximises land use, reduces food transportation costs, and improves nutrition.
• Who should implement it: City planners, entrepreneurs, farmers, and policymakers.

This listing serves as a blueprint for real action, giving individuals and organizations a clear pathway to adopting or supporting the solution.

🌍 Why This Matters Now

This section explains why implementing this solution is crucial today. It should:

• Highlight the problem this solution addresses.
• Describe the risks of not taking action.
• Explain why this solution is viable and scalable now.

For example, in a solution listing about urban farming, this section might highlight:

• Cities are growing, but access to fresh, affordable food is shrinking.
• Traditional farming is under strain due to climate change and land shortages.
• Technology now allows for high-yield urban farming, but adoption remains low.

🚨 If urban farming is not implemented at scale, we risk:

• Increased food insecurity and malnutrition in urban populations.
• Greater reliance on expensive, unsustainable food supply chains.
• Missed economic opportunities for local farmers and entrepreneurs.

By showing the urgency of adopting the solution, this section motivates stakeholders to act now.

🚀 Future State & Expected Outcomes

This section describes what success looks like if the solution is adopted and scaled. It should:

• Outline the short-term and long-term benefits.
• Describe how this solution can be expanded or adapted.
• Provide a clear call to action.

For example, in an urban farming listing, this section might describe:

• Short-term goal: Establish five pilot urban farms in major cities.
• Long-term impact: Develop self-sustaining food networks that reduce food deserts.
• Tangible outcome: Improved nutrition, lower food costs, and new jobs in urban agriculture.
• Call to action:
  ✅ Support urban farming initiatives in your community.
  ✅ Invest in or start a vertical farming project.
  ✅ Advocate for local government policies that support urban agriculture.

💡 Only share what you need to get your message across, so that you attract like-minded individuals and organizations who can contribute to implementing the solution.