My Name is Eniola Shokunbi!
I played a pivotal role in securing an $11.5 million grant to fund the construction and installation of DIY air filters in schools throughout Connecticut.
With this determination, I aim to expand my efforts to ensure that every classroom nationwide and around the world benefits from cleaner air.
I had the opportunity to speak to the Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz about the Corsi-Rosenthal air filter. You can watch the video in my gallery.
Thanks to the unanimous approval of the grant by Connecticut’s legislators and the bond commission, I am working alongside the University of Connecticut’s team of scientists to launch filter installations across the state of Connecticut. My goal is to take this initiative nationwide. A key component of my mission is to involve students directly in the process by having them build the air filter boxes themselves. This hands-on involvement will provide educational benefits in STEAM fields while also fostering leadership skills and raising awareness about environmental health. Ultimately, my goal is to create healthier learning environments for all students while empowering them with practical skills and knowledge to make a lasting difference in sustainability.
Featured News
Eniola has been featured in various news interviews and articles about the air filter system.
Click on the images below to read the news features.
WTNH News 8
Nyberg: Local students DIY
air filtration device being implemented in schools across CT
NBC Connecticut
Middle schooler leads $11.5 million project to build air filters for schools
FOX 61 News
Fanning forward | State Bond Commission in CT approves $11.5 million for Do-It-Yourself Air Filters
WTNH News 8
Connecticut adopts Middletown girl’s air filtration plan
WRAL News
EPA testing DIY air purifier built by fifth graders
WTNH News 8
EPA testing shows homemade
air filter effective at removing viruses from air