and i've seen some ambitious, pioneering projects. but if they're going to make a difference, they need upscaling. they need a collaborative effort, financial backing and political will. and without that, then life in the maldives for the next generation, for these kids, could be very different. but you know what? i'm excited by what i've seen, and i'm hopeful that at least some of these ideas are going to make a difference, and they're going to help the maldives to draw a line in the sand.