Production of novel biopolymer, through combination of fermentation of bio-waste and materials engineering, for use as a plastics substitute for rigid and flexible packaging, and for cosmetic and medi...
Read More about From bio-waste to bioplasticsIntroduction of new product designs based on bamboo and rattan offcuts. Application of heat forming technique to reduce the use of glues in product finishing.
Read More about Greening bamboo and rattan productionUse of coffee husk for pyrolysis to produce biochar and renewable heat. Aplication of biochar in coffee farming to improve soil health and reduce fertilizer use. Heat is used for controlled berry dryi...
Read More about Converting agriculture waste into a clean energy source and biocharEnergy and water efficiency in production, minimization and recovery of fabric offcuts (with external partners to produce fabric or rugs). Experimenting with use of kapok fibre and organic dyes in fas...
Read More about Operationalising circularity towards net zero garment-makingResource efficient factory-based production of pre-fabricated and prefitted building modules, with inclusion of secondary materials as fillers, that significantly reduces total material use for the bu...
Read More about Modular: future for sustainable constructionComprehensive food waste reduction programme in back-of-the-house and food service areas, onsite Black Soldier Fly insect farming and composting with reuse in onsite garden and by food suppliers. Loca...
Read More about Service design and waste recovery in sustainable-boutique hotelDecentralized system for glass waste collection and shredding for onward application as aggregate in building products.
Read More about Repurposing Glass WasteSustainable resort operations, including through energy and water efficient devices, composting, organic gardening, plastics use elimination and local and sustainable sourcing.
Read More about Circular economy in luxury hospitalityDevelopment and installation (as appropriate, on pay-by-use basis) of customized solar-based power, cooling, heating and/or irrigation systems for use in farming, contributing to improved water and en...
Read More about Solar solutions for sustainable growthHandcrafting of refillable water bottles made from locally abundant bamboo as an alternative to single-use plastic bottles, particularly in the tourism sector, and as an additional income source for l...
Read More about Circular Bamboo Bottles for Sustainable TourismUse of mycellium threads as bio-adhesive to turn agricultural waste products into sustainable leather-like and board materials, suitable for use in fashion, home décor and buildings. Energy and water ...
Read More about Using mushrooms to produce sustainable materials from agricultural wasteRecovery of textile waste for repurposing into textile handicrafts incrorporating traditional local designs, incorporating recycled - aluminium - discs as accessories.
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