"Around the world, developers are finding innovative ways to address sustainability and environmental challenges through technology. Mobile apps and games are no longer limited to entertainment or productivity - they are also becoming tools for education, conservation, and the creation of new career paths in the green economy. A recent #WeArePlay feature showcased a group of founders whose projects blend coding skills with a commitment to a healthier planet."
"Based in Sao Carlos, Brazil, co-founders Mayla, Flávia, Andreia, and Ariane met while researching environmental education and shared a passion for nature. They aimed to foster deeper connections between people and Brazil's national parks. Their app, BoRa - Iguaçu National Park, turns a visit into an immersive experience through interactive storytelling, gamified trails, and accessibility features such as sign language. The result is a tool that helps all visitors connect more meaningfully with the natural environment."
"From Cape Town, South Africa, Louis recognized that animal tracking was a science but saw that many indigenous trackers' expertise could not be recorded due to illiteracy. Partnering with Justin, he co-founded CyberTracker, an app with a simple icon-based interface that allows non-literate trackers to document biodiversity data. This approach preserves invaluable indigenous knowledge and supports conservation efforts on a global scale."
Developers worldwide are applying mobile apps and games to sustainability challenges, turning entertainment and productivity tools into education, conservation, and green-career platforms. Founders created projects that blend coding skills with environmental commitment and accessibility. In Brazil, BoRa — Iguaçu National Park — offers immersive visits with interactive storytelling, gamified trails, and sign language to deepen visitor connections with nature. In South Africa, CyberTracker uses a simple icon-based interface so non-literate indigenous trackers can document biodiversity data and preserve traditional tracking expertise. These tools support conservation efforts, preserve indigenous knowledge, and open career paths for aspiring environmentalists.
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