Local communities have the knowledge of their crucial problems and needs but often need advice from experienced facilitators to realise their ideas and projects.

Consultancy & Research

To complement consultancy work, GROWTH does research in innovative technologies, e.g. in building & construction, sanitation and energy production.

GROWTH promotes the improvement of traditional building methods and materials as well as new techniques such as the construction of compost toilets or the usage of biogas for energy production and as treatment of waste and sewage.

AKCPP, a waste collection project in Jamestown / Accra, under the consultancy of GROWTH

GROWTH gives technical advice and consults in project designing and siting, resource mobilisation, programme management, implementation, operation and maintenance.

GROWTH designs small-scale projects that are manageable for local communities. Community groups are supported and advised by GROWTH to set up development projects. GROWTH co-ordinates and evaluates development projects