Odisha Startup Converts Seafood Waste into Bioplastics
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Odisha Startup Converts Seafood Waste into Bioplastics

Deccan Chronicle  

Bhubaneswar: Scientists at Natnov Bioscience, a biotech startup in Odisha recognised by the Union government’s Start-up India initiative and the state’s Mukhya Mantri Krishi Udyog Yojana, are making remarkable strides in addressing seafood waste. The circular bio-economy concept aims to repurpose waste into renewable resources, addressing critical global concerns like environmental degradation and food security. “So far, we have valorized 5,000 metric tonnes of seafood waste, making us the first in Odisha to significantly contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals,” he noted. “Our biopolymer-based bioplastics offer a dual solution: reducing plastic pollution while addressing seafood waste.” Notably, these bioplastics possess antimicrobial properties, further supporting food security initiatives by extending the freshness of perishable goods.

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