We are currently developing biodegradable mulch films, with tailorable service life, but which biodegrade once buried in the soil. The project is also sponsored by FCDO under the Sustainable Manufacturing and Environmental Pollution (SMEP) Programme. We will run field trials as from April 2023, and we propose to do some field trials in Ghana for pineapples.

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Compostable bio plastic, Biodolomer® fulfils the requirements of the existing standards for compostable and biodegradable polymers, because it can be degraded by microorganisms. It has been already successfully used on all three applications. It is also able to increase the shelf life of fruit.

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1. Workwear. We have identified a major multinational user of workwear / PPE using synthetic polymers to explore viable options using natural fibres. This gives us clarity on design, materials and price point to complete a POC (Proof of Concept) capable of moving to a MVP (Minimum Viable Product) that would generate orders from the identified partner. The POC would table our approach to identify the best fit on materials sourcing and manufacture within Ghana achieving standards for other markets. We have established links to existing textile manufacturer in Accra and have access to raw materials in various locations across Ghana. There is potential to collaborate on how we can transform raw materials into fabric.

2. Single Use Plastic. We have identified users in food service and retail to give us a clear insight into current materials used; propensity to biodegrade (or not). From this we will complete a POC capable of moving to a Minimum Viable Product from our collaboration with a major user the means to generate orders and scale up. There is potential to collaborate on materials.

IBiotech Ltd intend to submit a range of solutions for each category. Generally, we are proposing methods of breakdown waste materials, workwear or single use plastics, and then the bioconversion of this waste into bioplastics for the production of mulch material or other biomaterials. We also have ideas for carbon capture and soil enrichment projects.

Kelpi has pioneered a smart (patent-pending) bioplastic material derived from seaweed, which can be applied to paper and card, is compostable and allows the substrate to be recycled after use.

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We intend to use selected waste materials from agriculture and certain bioplastics to produce activated-mulch films, that will be biodegradable and also aid soil moisture retention.

Providing verified sustainability and CSR credentials as well as interactive content all based around RFID technology to track assets using UHF technology and HF (NFC) technology to promote consumer interaction, creating smart products and smart packaging that can deliver content and incentivise consumers to play their role in a circular system.