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@notfrans8856

Жыл бұрын

i think its a very good idea to do so, i encourage it

@sifatbiva300

Жыл бұрын

Briquettes made out of coconut wastes can be a better alternative. Meaning since they burn slowly than charcoal, they can be reused again for the next dish preparing in the kitchen.

@marti8053

Жыл бұрын

Continue making the briquettes while also planting water resistant trees, medicinal trees and huge strong trees. Bamboo is excellent for forests for quick root growth and tall canopy.

@raikou7145

11 ай бұрын

is there an update to what hes doing now? like did his invention worked??

@simplythebesttowingandreco3217

9 ай бұрын

Geoengineering is a big problem too causing these mudslides

My man grew up on the streets of Sierra Leon, lost his family in a mudslide, and decided he was going to do something to change the world for the better, better his own life, and now better the life of ten other people who can now support families. That’s really awesome. I truly wish I could shake this young man’s hand, he’s an inspiration to me.

@gfs3salaz329

2 жыл бұрын

Likewise.

@Hm-dh1vu

2 жыл бұрын

Cool profile girl

@Nickerian91

2 жыл бұрын

The video is BS. every place that have coconut tress use every part of the tree. They make coconut wine from the trees. They harvest coconut Remove the white stuff inside and let it dry which is sold. The hard shell is toasted to become charcoal in an man made oven by burning the outside fibers. This is done literally everywhere for some reason he just decided to grind it into a powder then mix it into blocks which is not really required. He did not care about the climate he just wanted money

@brie3679

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nickerian91 Your comment is BS. I live in one of those places and coconut waste is horribly abundant. Whole coconuts. Husks, frawns..all of it gets taken to a landfill like site and dumped...

@Nickerian91

2 жыл бұрын

@@brie3679 doubtful people who live in poverty use everything they can. and its just common sense they aint gonna chop down coconut trees to make firewood when you can use the coconuts to make fire since the harvest is a big part of their income. i know everything about i i tend to visit provinces all over asia

His business is taking care of waste, providing jobs, providing a cost effective alternate energy source and reduces deforestation... it's quite impressive tbh!!!

@cacamelon2203

2 жыл бұрын

absolutely

@Iliek

2 жыл бұрын

All while 100% of the technology they use was created by the white man. And they can still barely figure out how to operate it.

@hatuminator7247

2 жыл бұрын

👍👌

@joevince8538

2 жыл бұрын

Are u not indian? Dont you know indians burn all coconut parts?

@YamiKisara

2 жыл бұрын

And the best thing is: he's doing it at home, improving his homeland. Many enterpreneurs from Africa, India, and other countries, move abroad with their ideas. But that isn't going to solve the problems they faced at home. Their homes can only improve if they stay there and invest the money they earn back into their towns and vilages - such as building schools, buying the tree seedlings, or even promoting the politians that help them take care of their homes, as opposed to corrupted ones that move capital (whether financial or natural) away from their homes.

“It’s not easy, but it takes time. It’s very tough to build something great. If it was not tough, everybody will have done it” Great quote for life

@PositiveEnergyPodcast

Жыл бұрын

3:22 Great quote!

@ChadSuave

10 ай бұрын

They would be better if they were dominated by the white man and the progress. Now they live like animals, just waiting for their end.

This guy right here is a very unusual combination of smarts, determination and compassion. The real deal ladies and gentleman. It's a miracle he made it under such dire circumstances and a shame we're wasting talent like this every day.

I've been seeing lots of very good ideas lately about turning waste material into profit and I'm glad that Business Insider showcases these hard working people. I wish success for all of them!

@aggydreams

2 жыл бұрын

Especially in Africa 💯👀

@01mustang05

2 жыл бұрын

1:09 PLASTIC (possibly food grade) CONTAINERS for charcoal like Coconut Waste???!!! It's coal or bio-char; it's "briquettes" ffs; a double layered paper bag (like coal briquettes for the BBQ that's been around for generations) is fine, sufficient, simple, responsible, and more.

@joanleons5399

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed 100% ! . I also realized it at times having to pay a premium for these types of goods for now are a reality . Honestly though if a pair of recycled plastic shoes still cost $120 to $150 , in the next 5 yr's then something is definitely amiss .

@dustinbelmonte4957

2 жыл бұрын

It's true there are a lot of very good business ideas coming out lately but sadly they are not supported enough by their respected government or international organization. They have to compete with big companies with enough capital and machineries to produce cheaper product made from plastic or etc. Inorder for these businesses to be competitive and really affect the market they have to reduce the price and cist of the product. There are millions of dollars that is put into getting plastic from the sea and etc. But if part of that money is used in this which adress the root problem? I think it will be better

@dennesjanjamero1450

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to tell you guys but the title is misleading that "charred coconut shells" he is using is already charcoal, this product will not stop deforestation, it's a product for a small market (smokeless cooking that lights slightly faster than coconut charcoal).

*"Either this works... or it works"* and that's the kind of mindset that will help the world. This idea is very good and prevents natural disasters. Done through amounts of trials and error, we should be able to learn from him and his peers.

@yoteslaya7296

2 жыл бұрын

here's the cultural difference for those you who dont know. African Black: makes things that help him and tries to help his environment/world USA Black: tries to get famous by rapping or athletics. When it fails turns to crime and ends up in jail.

@BombaJead

2 жыл бұрын

@@yoteslaya7296 Nice hasty generalization you got there.

@thefool1086

2 жыл бұрын

@@BombaJead I mean, African inmigrant are many times richer than black Americans. He does have a point.

@noyou483

2 жыл бұрын

@@yoteslaya7296 I dunno man I just go to work everyday and stay thankful I'm not homeless

@fynkozari9271

2 жыл бұрын

Too bad not everyone believes in science, they cut the trees down on a mountain. Of course the soil will go down eventually. The roots were holding the ground togteher. Its just basic science.

this guy really lived up the quote 'it's not about the resources you have it's about being resourceful'

Absolutely amazing!! Hats off to a man who tries to better his community despite his tragedies ,and he doesn't even need any sort of degree, just gets his hand dirty and contribute.

“It’s not easy, it takes time to build something great if it wasn’t everyone would do it” one of the truest statements ever. It take a dedicated caring person to push to make something like this a reality. I hope this man can keep thriving and can be a huge change in the world

@seanbrown9048

2 жыл бұрын

Would be nice if Mark Cuban would invest in this young man.

@robert2690

2 жыл бұрын

@@curtisduvall380 It takes to 2 to tango. Unless you support slavery and exploitation of people’s labor

@justplay2508

2 жыл бұрын

@@curtisduvall380 wdym?

@pidza_hub7532

2 жыл бұрын

@Jesus is coming. Read the Gospel. If god is real he's laughing it up at our expense

@dangloc89

2 жыл бұрын

@@curtisduvall380 one man could not build an empire, giving joint ownership is how successful companies motivate worker (employee stock options in Apple, Google, FB, Tesla, Amazon just to name the big boys)

I hope Alhaji ends up getting everything he wishes for in life, trying so hard to stop deforestation while also making money to feed his family, such an inspiration! It would be cool if there was a way for us to support him directly!

@impulsiveurge5837

2 жыл бұрын

he earns $4500 a month. he could buy you.

@mohamaddandashli1792

2 жыл бұрын

@@impulsiveurge5837 do you know anything about business bruh??? 10 employees + raw material + shipment + processing. You think all that comes for free?

@freeman4755

2 жыл бұрын

@@impulsiveurge5837 Good for him making a good living where he is, but that is average where I am from so no, I don't think he will be buying me

@arannak3826

2 жыл бұрын

@@impulsiveurge5837 it's not about buying people. It's about investing and nurturing an idea that would make the world a better place. No help is small when a lot of people come together.

@freeman4755

2 жыл бұрын

@@impulsiveurge5837 also the fact that you made my wholesome post into a condescending "this person has more money than that person so they're better than you" argument is kind of weird

Man this guy is inspiring, just kept on pushing, no matter how hard things got

This guy is inspiring. Hope his business grows big and export it.

@dtiydr

2 жыл бұрын

Well he mentioned UK and Germany.

@blablup1214

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think it will be easy to export them. Burnable coal stuff made from coconuts waste exists since over a decade ....

@King-Trump

2 жыл бұрын

lol ok libtard

@mdmahinmahin2070

2 жыл бұрын

nice

@Carnophobe

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know about exporting the product itself, but there are certainly other places in the world that can use his invention for themselves.

This young man needs a boost to scale up quickly and educate the world about this product. This is the future. Great job, sir!

@turfee8268

2 жыл бұрын

Even the name of his town is like Star wars

@dakotacrowson5021

2 жыл бұрын

Still burning wood

@MuiKaHo

2 жыл бұрын

@Jesus is coming. Read the Gospel. how about no

@manuelmayo8760

2 жыл бұрын

We should recognize people like this more, who do ACTUAL stuff than the 'Thunbergs' of the world who just focus on activism but no concrete action.

@beezowdoodoozoppitybopbopb9488

2 жыл бұрын

These are old as hell. Coconut coals are far from new. These square coals hes making are hookah coals. Look up coconara. They've been around no less than 15 years, likely more Edit:just got to the part where she talks about it lol

I 100% respect this man, thank god we finally have a solution for running out of charcoal via deforestation. This also encourages the production and planting of trees in itself due to it using coconuts to do so.

Even though I feel like we don't deserve it... We need more people like Alhaji Siraj Bah! Thank you for your work!

I actually purchased some coconut briquettes for my bbq awhile ago and I can confirm they burn longer and hotter then charcoal or heat beads. They are expensive, but great for low and slow smoking…

@PatchworkRose567

2 жыл бұрын

The price is definitely made up for by how long you can use them before having to buy more

@mersenne2486

2 жыл бұрын

@@PatchworkRose567 what about the time saved?

@thatonehamster4130

Жыл бұрын

If they sold coconut briquettes in Argentina it would definetly sell out- like, we use the hot embers to make asado, for the slow and smooth cooking.

@bebelin157

Жыл бұрын

@@thatonehamster4130 In Chile we also use a lot of Charcoal for our asados too, i would use them in a heartbeat There is also a video about an Argentinian Entrepreneur making something similar using fibers from the juice making process, should be in this channel

@TiredEyePilot

Жыл бұрын

If he can further expand the business the price can probably be lowered

This is very ingenious. Coconut shells are wood so if he can make it long lasting and able to keep high heat for cooking he has something very good going. He’s literally solving several problems and creating jobs. Great on him, wishing him all the best.

@1physics

2 жыл бұрын

It seems all you need to do to make coconut wood as good as wood is burn it using fuel and then use clean water (another pretty valuable resource) to process it....doesn't sound ideal

@zvezdoblyat

2 жыл бұрын

@@1physics better than cutting down millions of trees every year? Yes. Definitely

@rdj2398

2 жыл бұрын

Ingenious for sure, but question is would people pay for this, inplace of much cheaper and readily available firewood

@HaloWolf102

2 жыл бұрын

@@zvezdoblyat If there isn't a drought, or they don't live in a desert, yes it's worth it. Chomping down 1 tree to create biofuel, is better than cutting down 7 trees to burn the exact same rate as the biofuel would have provided. As you would think they would stop immediately because of contradicting their vision of using less trees. As he lost his home due to landslides. Although I 'would' like to see some data on this, we won't know how effective it is unless there are some data scientists willing to publish a paper on it.

@sogeni

2 жыл бұрын

@@rdj2398 But his last 4 times longer

May this video continue to go viral + may this young man forever stay blessed up and protected. 💖

“If it was not tough, then everyone would’ve done it” He’s an innovator!

@chrisbrent7487

2 жыл бұрын

A lot of people around the world already have. I have been using Indonesian made coconut briquettes in my barbecue for well over a decade.

@agnidas5816

2 жыл бұрын

@@chrisbrent7487 right? he is trying to re-invent the wheel and doing a poor job of it. The others have better methods...

@HowNeatImImpressed

2 жыл бұрын

@@agnidas5816 I think he’s doing what he can with the resources he has.

@gizzoid93

2 жыл бұрын

@@agnidas5816 what have you done? Nothing

@gizzoid93

2 жыл бұрын

@@agnidas5816 you're most likely unsuccessful in life. Also 🖕krishna

This idea is actually good. Many of these award winning ideas are gimmicks and do not work in the market, but this can work. Much respect.

This Young Brother is Brilliant....I pray him and his community prospers and eventually recovers💜

Real man realising real problems and making real changes, unlike many celebrities who preach about climate change yet do nothing practical to help the situation.

@pineapplerindm

2 жыл бұрын

modern problems require modern solutions™

@abrahamclintona3596

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sure they could donate some equipment for him. As long as a camera is pointed at them.

@sirmiles1820

2 жыл бұрын

They could use their influece to really inspire other to make. If they donate lots like DeCaprio, Im sure this world wouldve changed much quicker.

@seigeengine

2 жыл бұрын

The ultimate issue is that society-scale problems can't be effectively solved by individual action. And the people against taking real society-scale steps view those same celebrities as the enemy anyway.

@mastersplinter5966

2 жыл бұрын

ikr. Lost his adoptive family in a mudslide. Was on his own in the streets. Instead of being bitter and making excuses (Like I would and hate the world). He chose to help save it. Shows how much I need to mature and improve as a person. Really motivating.

"If it wasn't tough, everyone would be doing it." all because he wanted his mother to stop struggling. all because he's experienced loss, and is doing something about that.

@JennsCorner777

2 жыл бұрын

Amen the same boiling water that softens a potato, hardens an egg.

@1CT1

2 жыл бұрын

Romans 10:9 “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.” King James Version (KJV) John 3:16 King James Version 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Galatians 3:26 King James Version 26 For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus. Titus 3:5-7 King James Version 5 Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; 6 Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; 7 That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life. Revelation 21:4 King James Version 4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. Matthew 28:19-20 King James Version 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

@hawhafunnyraffs5568

2 жыл бұрын

Seirra Leone also is a country that while poor as dirt, doesn't have crippling State cronies that prevent competition from growing or operating. IE; all of the West.

This need's to be seen by the entire media! This is an incredible idea!

Such a smart young brother from Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 We need more people like him 😊

Impressive young man. He tragically lost his adoptive family when he was 17 & ended up on the streets. Now he is working hard & is an entrepreneur with bold ideas such as the coconut waste fuel briquettes. Not only is his work obviously going to provide for him & his family, but he is helping other through his work. His work also obviously helpful to the environment & he is creating a new product, demand & market which will have a positive impact on his community & beyond. Good stuff

@gantz4u

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro. I dont have eyes or ears and keep trying to watch youtube videos, so I need this. Blessed brother. Maybe you can start a business where you tell me what you saw in the video in the comment box?

@RhythmRevivals9781

2 жыл бұрын

@@gantz4u lmao 🏴‍☠️

@dhruvakhera5011

2 жыл бұрын

@@gantz4u cmon man the guy's tryna be wholesome

@0fficerpimp

2 жыл бұрын

@@gantz4u lmao 😭

@general5119

2 жыл бұрын

@@gantz4u you didn't have to do the man like that 💀

Mad respect for him. We need more people like him. Respect to him and Sierra Leone

@redblazer29

2 жыл бұрын

Diamonds from Sierra Leone

@healthyhibiscauscooks

2 жыл бұрын

So true acacius

@diogenesstudent5585

2 жыл бұрын

@@redblazer29 Noone buys diamonds anymore.

@eidsalharbi

2 жыл бұрын

We don't need more people like him **we should be like him**

I wish I could like this a thousand times!! Great work out there!

Shrewd entrepreneur identified real-time problems. Solved multiple problems with his product Idea. Waste management, helping to reduce deforestation, and less smoke creation while using fuel for burning impacts health issues resolution too. His efforts are very much appreciated. People like him shall get success and funding so that they can work on more ideas.

This should be advertised globally, Especially to communities which use coal essentially.

@samkm9318

2 жыл бұрын

mongolia needs this

@angryman9333

2 жыл бұрын

China

@grins9882

2 жыл бұрын

Sudan

@arthand7672

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, it seems to rely on the area consuming alot of coconut. The idea of using waste to make other products is great but you need the waste to make the product

@ABEL-cd2sp

2 жыл бұрын

@@arthand7672 I'd say you have a misconception there that can be easily cleared up. You think that it's necessary for the area to consume a lot of coconuts, but no the coconuts are used because they're the most available biomass in the area. However there are different types of biomass in different places specially when it comes to waste so this is just the most available resource for which a formula already exists to make it into a very effective form of fuel for the area that still uses charcoal for cooking or other such things.

I’m not easily impressed by entrepreneurs but this young man has my respect. He’s a true gift to this world, and I wish all the best to him and his family. Hope he is nothing but blessed in the future.

@draxxgaming5541

Жыл бұрын

OK😘

@mahboobalikhan1992

Жыл бұрын

Please translate urdu or hondi

@mahboobalikhan1992

Жыл бұрын

Sir please translate into Hindi or Urdu

@gagishaggi6969

Жыл бұрын

But entrapaneurs give jobs good and services to the people! That's not to say there nothing bad to reprimand but there's so much good.

@brandonnguyen6718

Жыл бұрын

@@gagishaggi6969 Yes, I'm sure he knows, but it seems he is not impressed by those things.

I'd rather see stories like this than half the crap that comes across KZread now days... Great story and such a fine example of a young man doing what he can to make the world better.

6:45 this geniune mayor with simple solutions for greener environment is far better than many mouthy mayors found in my country here.

Just few days ago I was telling a colleague at work about starting a business like this. Not knowing by then that someone is already doing it in my country. Wow. Continue with the good work bro.

@Ass_of_Amalek

2 жыл бұрын

Robert Lee yes, if he's actually already got distribution in countries like germany, there probably is real potential for growth because the stuff can sell for a lot more money in those markets than if it competes with charcoal in sierra leone. well, competing with charcoal in sierra leone is the point, but that could also eventually be achieved more effectively if the business makes enough money to optimize and increase production with better machines.

@captaincucaracha

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I suggest you try and contact him to attempt to expand, or start yourself and try to group together the idea of the product. Careful with assholes In the comments spamming fake numbers

@01mustang05

2 жыл бұрын

1:09 PLASTIC (possibly food grade) CONTAINERS, for charcoal-like "Coconut Waste"???!!!

@vidard9863

2 жыл бұрын

i would say do it yourself, as there is plenty of waste and opportunity, but by the look of things most of his money is coming from out of country, i would recommend looking up activated charcoal and seeing if you might find a better market selling the resource to the outside world, or focus on developing a stove specifically to take advantage of the benefits of dense coconut charcoal. it really cannot replace would charcoal for cooking if you have to use the same amount of vastly more expensive coconut charcoal.

@eemoogee160

2 жыл бұрын

@@01mustang05 that seems unnecessary

"If it was not tough, everyone would have done it " loved this line.its so inspiring.

@qad951

Жыл бұрын

Isn't that a famous quotes

What an amazing person! We need to support him and people like him.

What an absolutely EXCEPTIONAL young man. God Bless him, his goals, his country, and his business.

This served as an eye opener for me. Africa is indeed moving fast. The entrepreneurial spirit of this man is exemplary.

@vipr1142

2 жыл бұрын

I got so confused.. he lost his adoptive family at 17 and has a new family? wtf

@miguelespinoza9642

2 жыл бұрын

@@vipr1142 He never lost his actual family. He just moved away and was taken in by the new family who died in the mudslide.

@teosoderholm96

2 жыл бұрын

Coconut briquettes are a OLD thing, these videos really are made for city people that are completely detached from reality. Obviously doesn't take anything away from this young man trying to build something and working hard on it in such environment, props to him! But the way they take him forward as innovative or new thinking is a straight up lie, there's nothing innovative in what he does. The "secret ingredients" are a binder (starch or waste paper pulp) and an accelerant (sodium nitrate or wax), information is widely available online.

@JBrander

2 жыл бұрын

@@teosoderholm96 I agree. A lot of people seeing what he is doing as innovative but it's really not. We also have briquettes and charcoal plants in our rural areas and they cause a lot of smoke and pollution. Not to mention it harms the local forest life and areas if they are left unchecked. But this does present a good success story for this guy. If there's anything to be amazed here; it's the work hard mentality of this man. And he is helping his community as well.

@fordmustanggt2046

2 жыл бұрын

BTW he is a muslim. He belongs to the same community that your country is trying to get rid of.

The whole process seems highly scalable. With the right investments in equipment, I bet he could reduce production costs significantly.

@sturamicsuper

2 жыл бұрын

Zaacoal has done exactly that

@shaolindreams

2 жыл бұрын

Would be cool if they could grow and use hemp as alternative packaging for plastic.

@lent10

Жыл бұрын

Just looks like Coconut hookah coals, those have been mass produced for decades

This is a beautiful example of human ingenuity & solves so many problems🌱

"It takes time and it's tough to build something great" I love this, this part about success.

bless his soul, he's doing everyone a great favor. He picks people's waste and turns it into something that wont hurt the planet so much.

@larsstougaard7097

2 жыл бұрын

Coconut 🥥 became his destiny 🌴

@ex-soldier4341

2 жыл бұрын

Well he produce a large amount of smoke when burning it

@ex-soldier4341

2 жыл бұрын

Well he produce a large amount of smoke when burning it

I LOVE seeing people succeed when the cards are stacked against them.

@cinnamonsinner4619

2 жыл бұрын

You're gonna love my come up then...

It's amazing people like him that are changing the world. Thank you for covering this!

@84MadHatter

Жыл бұрын

LOLOLOLOL not changing the world

A true entrepreneur. He had nothing apart from some bits of coconut husk and he turned it into a successful business.

It's amazing to see how far Alhaji has come in the face of overwhelming adversity. Pioneers like him can change the world.

@FirstNameLastName-okayyoutube

2 жыл бұрын

It is where chairty money should directly go. Less middlemen and more front line problem solvers.

@J.C...

2 жыл бұрын

Real talk. That was my first thought: this is a world-changing invention. Something that does not happen every day.

@FirstNameLastName-okayyoutube

2 жыл бұрын

@@J.C... thing is we have tons of Technology like that. Great deal of expert and governments just lack competency. And it's a broad human thing to struggle like getting desperate enough to make a solution. Why so many people jump to do in a ban, because it's a whole that then after that somebody would come up with something rather than doing it in the first place.

Coconut shells are wood. I hope more people realize that and uses his product. Such a wise young man and I wish many blessings to him and his family and businesses. Especially since the product burns longer than wood too makes sense to use his product instead of wood. It will save tons of trees and wildlife and help prevent disasters to villages that have mudslides etc. It will help save lives and provide jobs. Best wishes to this young man.

@jjsprtn627

2 жыл бұрын

But, briquettes is 4 times more expensive than wood. And i thing instead buying wood, they prefer to cut down trees by themselves.

@sukatidi

2 жыл бұрын

@@jjsprtn627 maybe more expensive but you need to buy less bc they last up to 4 times longer!!!

@jjsprtn627

2 жыл бұрын

@@sukatidi yes of course if you compare it with softwood. But if you compare it with hardwood, like rosewood, it's the same. I mean, i compare it by its carbon mass, not by its size.

@MisoElEven

2 жыл бұрын

@@sukatidi Ever heard of the "poor tax" or whatever its called? These poor people lack the capital for initial investment..like when poor people spent (in theory) more money on boots/shoes than the rich because the boots they could afford were of much lower quality. The financial barrier among people who live paycheck to paycheck is just too big even if its better for them in the long run. You can see similar thinking all around the world. For example people buying things for monthly payments even though its considerably more expensive than buying it outright. Its why people who spend too much but also people who save too much will never really own shit - need to find the balance where you save on yourself but also spend the money where its needed in the long run.

@nickl5658

2 жыл бұрын

@@sukatidi problem is does it produce 4 times as much heat? Long lasting is good for a smoke but not when you are cooking. Cooking you need high heat.

We really need more brilliant people like him in this world

This is brilliant. I hope this works out for this young entrepreneur and for the local environment.

It's amazing what this guy is doing, but it's deceptively framed: While a lot of people do cut down trees to make firewood, the vast majority of deforestation is due to business activities: 10 million slow-growing rosewood trees were shipped out of the country in 2019, and were sold for less than $2.50 each. The economic plunder of Sierra Leone's natural resources by soulless corporations is the main contributor to mudslides, not people chopping firewood. I am in awe of this man and what he's doing, but you need to be honest. This story is not honest.

@mattbuszko

2 жыл бұрын

that's kinda what I was thinking. Very interesting way to frame it, shifting blame on people cooking lol

@andrewgifford7740

2 жыл бұрын

Burning biomass is seriously polluting to the air that he, any family, and the community is breathing. The shells could be composted and used as a mulch to protect degraded soil.

@Anonymous-dh4fl

2 жыл бұрын

exactly what was in my mind .

@rebeccatoolan3744

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you pointed this out. Thanks!

@VagueMemories

2 жыл бұрын

a little bit at a time

WOW! This is amazing! I hope he doesn't lose his formula or patent or whatever to corporations looking to undermine his product and take advantage of him.

@DonLee1980

2 жыл бұрын

For the greater good of mankind, wouldn’t it be a good thing that he shared the formula so that more people can use it?

@Phonsuk

2 жыл бұрын

You can't really patent this, its all natural.

@kakadiyadipesh7077

2 жыл бұрын

Well, it's not a rocket science actually. You can find natural sticky gum in Forest, which when dissolved in water can act as a binder that can easily bind carbon particles. It's cheap and convenient. Appreciate the effort of this Young man though.

@tunde6159

2 жыл бұрын

It's not new though.

@HanTheProphet

2 жыл бұрын

@@Phonsuk you can patent the process re his 'secret ingredient' + recipe.

So smart, so strong, so resourceful! Wish them ALL THE BEST!

What an incredibly bright young man making a difference in the world.

There‘s also coco charcoal produced in my home country (Thailand) but it is still also not commonly used either. Thanks to the channel for raising this to the public limelight globally.

@Paksiw1

Жыл бұрын

Probably all asian countries use coco charcoal

@sasquatchdonut2674

Жыл бұрын

Everything in Thailand is based around coconuts lol. Every coconut product I get is from Thailand now. Y’all are at the head of the game

@grapenutz1137

Жыл бұрын

I'm from Samoa and we do coconut charcoal aswell. We dont grind down and form into bricks though. We simply carbonize the shell and use that to cook with. Adds a lovely flavor to all foods.

@michaelkrombopulos5901

Жыл бұрын

@Tatchaya Su yep third world country

@jhuncharlespaulha2964

Жыл бұрын

@@JLvanHassel so true man

My family tested coconut briquettes last year and they worked very well and after the barbecue was over even the little coal pieces were hot enough to make perfectly brown marshmallows

@abubakarisalwasuhuyini263

Жыл бұрын

Can I get your social media handle where I can contact you? Pls reply .

@piffromney1916

Жыл бұрын

Everything we waste can be reused the creator made it that way.

@ARealPain

Жыл бұрын

@@piffromney1916 Don't let the maxtrix creators know you're thinking outside the simulation

People with the least resources can always come up with creative and sustainable solutions. This is awesome !!

keep it up Alhaji for all your hard work and may your dreams come true and for all you are doing to save your country from the future disasters god bless you and your team workers

Polynesians and other indigenous people around the world (who happened to live near sea) have always reverred and worshipped the coconut tree as the tree that gives you life. And I see it why. On an island where water is all saline coconut trees can give you so much of water (and electrolytes too) The leaves are extremely good for making a roof. I'm sure that the husk was definitely used as fuel for fire. Husk can also be used to make ropes I think. Then also for paper. Hard shell covering can be used as a bowl for eating and maybe the list can go on and on. All in all a coconut tree can help with our nourishment in variety of ways.

@readmycomment4696

2 жыл бұрын

100% of what you said is true for us, we are south Indian living near sea shore. We rever and worship coconut tree as everypart of it is useful to us. We try not to cut them as much as possible

@n.ayisha

2 жыл бұрын

the liquid in a coconut is sterile! this means that it can be used in medical applications when sterilized water is not available.

@xxguardian_axx5635

2 жыл бұрын

We actually do. Personally, I think the process this guy is using is ridiculous.

@SarahR2D2

2 жыл бұрын

Worship Jesus Christ

@ArunG273

2 жыл бұрын

@@SarahR2D2 no. Coconut tree is better

Been using coconut based coals for sheesha since years, this is a great initiative. Best of luck to you and your team.

@muxse1

2 жыл бұрын

What is sheesha?

@pandagaming100

2 жыл бұрын

@@muxse1 Hookah tobacco, Coconut coals are the most common coals on the market for that industry

@danny-fu2zd

2 жыл бұрын

Stop your frea**ng sheesha

@sierrasanders675

2 жыл бұрын

@@danny-fu2zd no

@hijabis4life

2 жыл бұрын

Desi and Middle East people be coming quick after seeing this comment.

Cocut husk has two parts --the softer outer husk and hard kernel inside it ..the hard kernel can be directly used for cooking if dried ..outer husk still retains moisture , but after drying for some two weeks in sun, it can also used.

Wishing this brilliant young man the best

“World wide waste” , We should make this a common practice in the world to make coconut coals instead of wood. Shout out to Alhaji, needs more contributions 👏

@spheghetilover

2 жыл бұрын

i dont think its going to be very practical

@DemarcusQ

2 жыл бұрын

@@spheghetilover Neither is Vegan food and we’re doing it the most??

@therach7841

2 жыл бұрын

@@DemarcusQ vegan is more practical than meat. Way cheaper to produce. Way less detrimental to the environment.

@MUNDITO1974

2 жыл бұрын

The elite wont allow it

@HaloWolf102

2 жыл бұрын

@@therach7841 That's not necessarily true.

We need more guys like this solving problems THEY understand and see in their own areas. God bless you, Sir!

@jamesbelcher896

2 жыл бұрын

Plant trees....problem solved.

@evanpooyak5251

2 жыл бұрын

@Black and Gold you’re apart of the problem go do something instead of sitting on your ass

@theblackbaron4119

2 жыл бұрын

After all we are still burning things. If the oil/coal lobby would budge we could start getting more renewable energy, stop deforestation and help more people. Yet US , Russia and the Saudis aren't going to stop anytime soon fueling the war machine for oil/gas/ weapons. It is too profitable.

@itsgonnabeanaurfromme

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesbelcher896 wow what an ingenious idea. Want a nobel prize nomination? I'm sure they have a category for oversimplified solutions by idiots with zero understanding of nuaces

@tinaandro1178

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesbelcher896 Trees take years to grow and a day to cut down - as long as there are assholes not caring about the environment and not held accountable then planting trees will not be enough

This is beautiful….. what an inspiring man.

Alhaji is a damn HERO!!!! This is incredible! RESPECT!

Man in a depressing 2020, seeing amazing people like Alhaji really give a bit of hope. I do hope his business continues to make profit to the point he has like a massive working force.

@goldenpotato925

2 жыл бұрын

2022*

@sheeeeesh4004

2 жыл бұрын

@@goldenpotato925 nah this guy time travelled 💀

@mohamedsiyaad7542

2 жыл бұрын

Man still stuck 2020

@applepie8308

2 жыл бұрын

Bruh lmao

@8Sigurd

2 жыл бұрын

@@mohamedsiyaad7542 I mean.. Good for him, biggest problem in his world is a pandemic, not a WW3.

Best part about this is that his idea can easily be scaled up to a large factory version. It can even become one of his countries easy exports to help with both deforestation, carbon emissions used by wood fires and waste issue from coconut shells. This is a company you would want to invest in

@Mobin92

Жыл бұрын

You still need the coconut husks, so it can't scale on a massive scale.

@shoes7899

Жыл бұрын

@@Mobin92 i would assume there is a lot of coconut shell waste from producing other coconut products so they could probably make it work somehow, but i'm not a professional so i could totally be wrong..

@DuhNoU

Жыл бұрын

@@Mobin92 call locals and collect waste coconut shells with trucks for money

@iwankazlow2268

Жыл бұрын

They lost 70% of their forest in the last 5 decades and you think you can replace that with some cocoput shells... He sells it for shishas. It's effectively a luxus product. Also, people use fires to cook. That's a very inefficient way. They do it because they are poor and wood is cheap, especially if harvested illegaly, which is the problem in this region. Some people...

@Jolene8

Жыл бұрын

@@iwankazlow2268 They have made the plan to reforest. Plant over one million trees as a start to re greening their part of town. It will take time and effort. As a small business, of course he has to start small, but he's been working on expanding. He's won awards and has customers from other places. He's trying to address the issue of people cutting down the trees. I understand that they are poor, but removing their natural habitat is having a greater economic affect on them. Where do you suppose he start? It is a town initiative to a problem they will hopefully figure out as a town.

this is super impressive and very useful, hopefully people around the world starts using these products, I so will! this is amazing!!

I randomly came across this video and ended up watching the whole thing, it's actually a very productive and profitable idea that he came up with, which is beneficial for saving trees

Now this is truly inspiring. This is what the world needs to see and maybe this young man’s story will influence other young people to change the world for the positive.

I'm glad he found a way to try to cut down on deforestation and I'm glad to see such a video in the first place. My Mom and I love watching nature documentaries and other things related to nature. When I first moved to Meadowview though, there was 2 big chestnut trees growing right in front of my trailer and since my mom lives right in front of me, we both hated the prickly things the shells were in. I was thankful when one tree broke in half, landed on my mom's shed - no one was hurt and the shed was okay -, and got chopped to pieces. However, I've been wanting to grow other trees in place of the old trees that I think I can tolerate better such maple trees. I doubt it can stop soil erosion but I know the birds and cats would appreciate it eventually but judging from how the stumps - the other was chopped down too, my family was concerned about the big dead branches hanging over my car - sometimes grow branches, I don't know if I can grow a maple tree in place of them.

@rabbitguts2518

2 жыл бұрын

If you cannot grow the trees of your choice I'd highly suggest putting some shrubs or strong rooted bushes (just make sure its not in a place where the roots will grow through wiring/pipes!). This will give a place for smaller birds to live and help support the ground in a similar capacity. Good luck planting!

@sydneyrose6455

2 жыл бұрын

@@rabbitguts2518 😊 thank you!

@Matzes

2 жыл бұрын

Look into vetiver for soil erosion prevention

@beenaatlee8020

2 жыл бұрын

Coconut is expensive in my country they also use it especially for cooking oil so it's very important to use the used shells instead of throwing them out everywhere. Country like Africa is blessed with tons of trees and wildlife. They should use it well.

You are Incredible. I truly respect You for what You did and You keep on doing despite of the harsh circumstances You had to live through. I hope You and Your community the best that this world has to give and I hope You can be an inspiration, a perfect role model to a lot more. Wish I could serve the world as beautifully, as thoughtfully, as meaningfully as You one day. Just as You said "It takes time. It's very tough to build something great." and "If it was not tough everybody would have done it". And alsooo, seeing Your Mother being this proud of her son is just so heart-warming and precious. She'll surely keep being proud and for a good reason. Keep going !! You are already doing the best You can and You already took more responsibility than 90% of the world, so do not push yourself too hard and take care, Always, You & Everyone.

Thank you for your brilliant solutions 👍🏽

Need more people like this. Solving real problems with what you've got. Great job!

@horsepaste

2 жыл бұрын

@Awaken Why don't you?

@sci-based

2 жыл бұрын

@Awaken lmao what's your problem? Somebody shits in your coffee this morning?

@Jojo-qp7oh

2 жыл бұрын

@@horsepaste what about you?

@applepie8308

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe,they won't because their so lazy in life and wanna watch youtube videos everyday,smh not the first but what a shame...Now this is what we CALL a low value man :)

"If it was not tough, everybody will have done it" damn i rlly needed to hear that thnk you brother big inspiration 💪

this guy is a legend. Keep up the good work.

This is honestly a no brainer, the shells are already going to be thrown out and they help prevent soil erosion. This truly can help save lives and prevent future landslide deaths

We need movies about people like him, a real hero to encourage kids to grow up to do good in the world.

@OP-hw4xj

2 жыл бұрын

There's a movie called "the boy who harnessed the wind" about a little boy thinking outside the box like him.

@YamiKisara

2 жыл бұрын

Check out Swades, while the main character comes from a wealthy background, it shows exactly what needs to be done to make the world a better place for the poorest of the poor.

@jessicarice2618

2 жыл бұрын

Please watch ‘ The boy who harnessed the wind’ the main character does something similar to him.

@agnidas5816

2 жыл бұрын

he is not a real hero though. this report is totally bizarre in that it left out any knowledge of how this relates to the world and the context. First of all most trees are cut down for cattle raising. That is what is causing African continent to become total desert. Secondly he didn't invent this. It is an old idea which is done better elsewhere. Also there is another product you can make which doesn't have to be brickettes... you can make charcoal - and that would actually be economically viable to sell locally instead of ship overseas hoping some one will buy it (the transporting of the material negates any benefit to environment) And to reduce the amount of wood homes need to cook food they should all be using rocket stoves. I saw the bullshit fires they had in the clip - such terrible waste of wood..

Kudos to the guy, a true environmentalist and entrepreneur and his idea came from a tragedy and pain, he deserves to be successful. And even the mayor won on promise of replantation of trees, I can never imagine a politician presenting this agenda in her/ his manifesto in my country.

@BugJuiceFlavor

2 жыл бұрын

This is the sad truth, there's always an agenda tied to something in politics. Making use of scrap/waste that results in trees (in this case) saved isn't an ideological invention, it's making use of the primary product and its discarded after-use parts in an effective manner.

@ebubeawachie

2 жыл бұрын

Where do you live?

"If it is not tough, everyone will have done it", such a simple yet effective phrase

Much love to Alhaji big-up , keep on keeping you are there and shout out to Sierra Leon people

"If it was not tough, everybody will have done it" Facts! Wishing Alhaji and team all the best in his entreprenuerial endevours. Thanks BI for producing this interesting video.

The coconut fibers could also be used for eco paper products, eco to go containers, woven or micro woven fabrics for auto Industry, truck Industry, airlines Industry, clothing for men, women, children, pets with legs. The fibers of coconut can be used to reinforce clay terracotta stones for roofing tiles and floor tiles. The fibers of coconut can be used to make steam pressure compressed objects such as sandals and floatation devices for fishing, or made into water proof fishing nets.

@alittleofsomething

2 жыл бұрын

So can marijuana plants, they're incredibly versatile. You can make better clothes, paper, food out of them, and they're able to grow anywhere. We, as a society, must make sure coconuts aren't demonized just because they're versatile and abandoned.

@leschi7432

2 жыл бұрын

coconut is just amazing you can use everything of that tree :V the best nut ever

@amberedgeworth3705

2 жыл бұрын

These eco containers would be also superior to the plastic clamshells he’s currently using.

@ogi22

2 жыл бұрын

@@alittleofsomething you are right, just it's called hemp not "mj". It is grown just for the fibers and thc in those is minimal. Otherwise good point. Poeple were using hemp for fibers for a veeeeeeeery long time :)

@alittleofsomething

2 жыл бұрын

@@ogi22 I know like 3 names for hemp, which I mentioned here. My dude, we have a hemp farm and museum here in Latvia, and not for the high stuff.

I really hope he succeeds. His ambitions line up perfectly with societal needs. Great opportunity for him and his people.

Very intelligent and ambitious young man. I love his zeal

I wish the world would appreciate him a bit more. All entrepreneurs working for a good cause and trying to save the environment should be highlighted all over the world and their products be available everywhere

What a great idea. I really hope he succeeds and the idea takes off in all countries that have sufficient coconuts. What an inspiration this young man is.

@wendeavontuur

2 жыл бұрын

Not a new idea though. I can buy this in my local supermarket in holland. Still a great cause though, especially in countries where this isn't as big and easy to get.

@dpz9872

2 жыл бұрын

Now I'm thinking my plan to go hide out on Gilligan's Island for the rest of this life isn't too far fetched.

@chadsimmons6347

2 жыл бұрын

When people sue him for lung cancer, his factory will go bankrupt from greedy lawyers

@dpz9872

2 жыл бұрын

@@chadsimmons6347 He's outside of the U.S. Maybe he'll get lucky. Lol

God bless this young man and his work

i want to really help them by speeding up their process! It's lovely to see this entrepreneur some really needed stuff that the whole world can profit from.

This is amazing. There are billionaires who get praise for their inventions that don’t even go to a better cause but this young man is literally is growing a business that contributes to saving the planet. I wish him and his crew nothing but success ❤️

@EtchGames

Жыл бұрын

look up coco cubes lol not a new thing he just happens to be adorable when doing it

@Guy_that_exists

Жыл бұрын

@@EtchGames arent coco cubes and his product for different things? i mean sure both are made of coconut and are cubes but one is for fire and the other is for plants

@EtchGames

Жыл бұрын

@@Guy_that_exists literally exactly the same process for both and you an use either way

@Guy_that_exists

Жыл бұрын

@@EtchGames well the guy said he had "a secret ingredient" so they might be different

@hqrlock

Жыл бұрын

Hello Mud Shark

Been using cocoshell briquettes in my smoker for the last year. I find them brilliant less ash waste and longer burning than lump wood charcoal. It’s the way forward. Also better for the environment.

@nururim

Жыл бұрын

Sir, did they emit any pleasant smell when you burn them?

@7frodo7

Жыл бұрын

@@nururim nothing out of the ordinary if you use a chimney and natural firefighters there is no smell and not a lot of smoke I wouldn’t use anything else. They take about 20-30 mins to get up to temp but once they do the heat from them is brilliant and 1 chimney which is about 30 ish cubes will last for about 6 hours.

@shycracker

Жыл бұрын

@@nururim it's a god damn coconut shell, there's nothing fragrance about it

@justmeh3302

Жыл бұрын

@@videos40058 he doesnt need to use woods to burn the coconut husk and all other waste coming from coconut because it will burn all by itself but well by burning it also emits co2 but atleast he intends to save other types of trees that are being used as firewoods.

@bgdgdgdf4488

Жыл бұрын

Not really better for the environment in any way tho

I love this story and hope this concept takes off. So inventive and genius.

I hope this guy is still winning in life I’m rooting for him

I'm so glad that this guy is out there making money. I'm glad he's prospering, ya know? It's good to see people being rewarded for doing good.

“If it’s not tough, everyone would have done it”. This guy is very smart and destined for great things, I believe. Best of luck Alhaji!

Such an innovative young man! May the Lord continue to bless all of your endeavors & continued success. 🙏

A brilliant mind, i hope he makes a change , well done sir you are inspiring

Makes me think to myself, " So what's YOUR excuse??!!" Definitely praying and rooting for this innovative and blessed young man! Truly inspiring 🙌

@vairiks123

2 жыл бұрын

You don't live in Sierra Leone, here is your excuse, good luck!

@zhetesteur3654

2 жыл бұрын

I dont have the secret formula!!!

@itsgonnabeanaurfromme

2 жыл бұрын

You waste time praying

I love seeing innovation in other countries, for their countries. The answer to making life better isn't always running to a better country, it's making your country better! God bless that guy 👊