Almohadilla Sakhi
Compresas higiénicas sin plástico a partir de residuos agrícolas
El proyecto es una compresa biodegradable fabricada con una mezcla de fibra de pseudotallo de plátano y algodón, con quitosano procedente de residuos de caparazón de gamba que proporciona una protección antimicrobiana natural. Está indicado para mujeres y niñas que buscan una higiene menstrual segura, cómoda y ecológica. El producto no contiene plástico, es compostable y procede de materiales renovables y de desecho. Su innovación radica en una mezcla de materiales de desecho a valor que mejora la higiene al tiempo que permite una producción sostenible y de bajo coste.
Empresa/Institución
IISER TVM
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram is a premier public research university established by the Government of India. The institute focuses on high-quality education and interdisciplinary research in science and technology, with strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and translating scientific research into societal impact through student-led and faculty-guided initiatives.
País
India
Designer(s)
Navaneetha K – Independent Designer (Student Project)
Navaneetha K is an undergraduate chemistry student in India working at the intersection of sustainable materials, waste valorization, and product design. Her work focuses on developing affordable, biodegradable hygiene solutions using agricultural and bio-waste, including banana fibre–based sanitary pads. She is driven by environmental responsibility, circular design, and improving access to safe menstrual hygiene through low-impact innovation.