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From bandages to biocomposites: 5 bamboo startups making a difference
Posted on 13 Sep, 2024 09:24 PMIndia boasts the world’s second-largest bamboo reserves, second only to China. With 136+ species thriving across the country, especially in the northeastern states, bamboo plays a pivotal role in both forests and industries. It covers 13% of India’s forest area, providing livelihoods for millions and serving as a sustainable alternative to timber and plastic.
![Bamboo can be used for eco-friendly products and social impact (Image: Wikimedia Commons)](/sites/default/files/styles/featured_articles/public/2024-09/Bamboo_garden.jpg?itok=3JE5Fp6w)
Innovative startups for a greener, period-positive future
Posted on 24 May, 2024 05:45 PM“Achaar matt chhuo”, “Avoid taking a head shower”, “Don’t go to places of worship”
![Reports suggest that in India, only around 13% of girls are aware of menstruation before their first period (Image: Eco femme)](/sites/default/files/styles/featured_articles/public/2024-05/ecofemme_0.jpg?itok=K_-TFlge)