Teenage Indian inventor takes Cop26 stage after dazzling Prince William with solar iron – The National

Teenage Indian inventor takes Cop26 stage after dazzling Prince William with solar iron – The National

A 15-year-old girl who invented a solar-powered iron took centre stage at Cop26 on Tuesday as Prince William introduced her to assembled dignitaries.

Vinisha Umashankar created a green alternative to the charcoal-powered clothes press, a common sight on the streets of India, after learning how they can sicken street vendors and contribute to global warming.

Prince William with Vinisha Umashankar during the Cop26 Summit in Glasgow. Getty Images