Modulus Tech

Energy Efficiency

ModulusTech is a construction technology company based in Pakistan that specializes in the design, manufacturing, and deployment of affordable and sustainable modular buildings. Their modular construction system utilizes pre-fabricated panels that are made from eco-friendly materials and assembled on-site, providing a quick and efficient solution for affordable housing, disaster relief, and commercial buildings. The company's mission is to address the global housing crisis by providing sustainable, resilient, and cost-effective building solutions that can be easily transported and assembled in any location.

Contact

Nabeel Siddiqui

nabeelhsid@gmail.com

Country:     Pakistan
Year:     2018

Green Watech

Water Efficiency

GREEN WATECH provides a solution to inadequate sanitation and water scarcity. Their new generation of patented SOL FILTERS is an innovative, low-cost, ecological and efficient solution for the treatment and reuse of wastewater in rural communities and decentralized sites. Their filters are energy efficient, chemical free, and eliminate 90% of pathogenic pollutants.

Contact

Salma Bougarrani

salma.bougarrani@gmail.com

Country:     Morocco
Year:     2018

Saathi

Advanced Materials & Chemicals

Saathi is an eco-friendly company dedicated to revolutionizing menstrual hygiene with sustainable products. Their biodegradable and compostable sanitary pads, made from natural materials like banana and bamboo fibres, decompose within six months, vastly quicker than plastic pads. Saathi pads are free from chemicals, providing a rash-free experience, and are beneficial for both the user and the environment. The company also empowers women by employing local community members, and enhancing job opportunities. Saathi offers trial packs, subscriptions, and a loyalty program for cost savings. Additionally, they produce reusable menstrual cups. Committed to sustainability, Saathi aims to positively impact women's health, local communities, and the planet.

Contact

Kristin Kagetsu

kristin@saathipads.com

Country:     India
Year:     2018

Biotech Fuels

Renewable Energy

Biotech Fuels is a company that focuses on the production of sustainable and renewable fuels. They produce biodiesel and bioethanol from various feedstocks such as used cooking oil, agricultural waste, and other sources. The company is committed to reducing carbon emissions and promoting a cleaner environment by providing alternative fuels that are more environmentally friendly than traditional fossil fuels. Biotech Fuels' products are intended to be used as a drop-in replacement for diesel or gasoline and can be used in a wide range of applications such as transportation, power generation, and industrial processes. The company also provides consulting services to help businesses and organizations transition to more sustainable fuel options.

Contact

Mustafa Siraj

mustafa@biotechfuels.org

Country:     Pakistan
Year:     2017

PAC Corporation

Energy Efficiency

PAC Corporation Thailand is a female-led energy-saving cooling and heating products company located in Bangkok, Thailand producing innovative products, particularly focusing on water heating systems and energy-saving air conditioning systems. The company invented and developed the ‘PAC Frenergy’, water heaters that use the heat expelled by air conditioners. Hot water is produced by extracting energy from the air conditioner’s compressor, reducing heat transfer to the atmosphere by 15%. The system can produce hot water ranging from 60 – 450 liters and of up to 70°C without electricity, saving consumers up to 80% of electricity costs. PAC Frenergy lessens the negative impact on the environment compared to the conventional water heating systems on the market that use fossil fuels such as gas, oil and coals, simultaneously slowing down the effect of global warming.

Contact

Atchara Pomee

atchara@pac.co.th

Country:     Thailand
Year:     2017

Izem Consulting

Energy Efficiency

Specialist in energy management since 2016, IZEM Consulting offers innovative and sustainable solutions to improve energy efficiency. The company provides a full range of services, including energy audits, real-time energy consumption monitoring, and expert support in the energy transition. Their solution, VisualMetric, offers detailed analyses and personalized recommendations to optimize energy efficiency. As an officially recognized partner of the National Agency for the Promotion of SMEs (Maroc PME), they help industrial clients benefit from the TATWIR Croissance Verte program, facilitating their transition to more efficient and environmentally friendly energy use.

Contact

Mohamed El Morabit

Country:     Morocco
Year:     2017

Alternative Solutions

Waste Beneficiation

Alternative Solutions is a Moroccan company that turns waste from the country's historic date palm industry into eco-friendly wooden sheets used in construction and interior design. Co-founders Mohammed Harakate, Meriem Nadi, and Ayoub Habik began operations in 2017, focusing on using palm waste that would otherwise be left to rot or burnt. The company designed machinery that could process palm waste via a complicated five-step process and can recycle 40% of palm waste, with plans to recycle all of it in the future. Alternative Solutions then sells these wooden sheets to interior design companies and real estate developers, which use them to make tables, chairs, flooring, wall mountings and other furniture. The company has so far received funding dirhams from various backers, including the Moroccan Center for Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship, the World Bank and Bidaya Funds, a green-tech incubator.

Contact

Ayoub Habik

Country:     Morocco
Year:     2017

SharkSafe Barrier

Green Buildings

SharkSafe offers a solution to deter sharks from attacking surfers and swimmers. The company has developed a range of products that use a combination of visual and magnetic technology to create an "electronic shark barrier". The products are designed to be lightweight, easy to install, and do not harm the sharks. SharkSafe's technology has been tested and endorsed by shark experts and the company aims to promote safe coexistence between humans and sharks. In addition to their shark deterrent products, SharkSafe also offers educational programs and research initiatives aimed at promoting shark conservation and understanding.

Contact

Sara Andreotti

sara@sharksafebarier.info

Country:     Republic of South Africa
Year:     2017

Kerasiev Membrane

Water Efficiency

Manufacturing ceramic membranes for the water and wastewater sector. They claim to be the first industrial-scale ceramic membrane manufacturer in India and promote their product, Kerasiev, as the future of separation technology in the filtration industry. Their ceramic membranes are designed for high durability and affordability and can be used in various applications such as wastewater treatment and MBR (Membrane Bioreactor) systems. They offers different types of ceramic membranes such as the U-PVC ceramic membrane module and ceramic flat sheet membrane, both of which are claimed to have a long lifespan, be easy to install, and have a low cost of operation. Their products generate low volumes of solid waste and require zero skill to operate.

Contact

Sandeep Sarkar

mail@needinovation.com

Country:     India
Year:     2017