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Banofi turns banana waste into sustainable vegan leather
short by / on Monday, 24 March, 2025
Banofi Leather, founded by Jinali Mody in 2022, upcycles banana crop waste into 80–90% biobased vegan leather. India produces 30 million tonnes of bananas, leaving behind 120 million tonnes of waste. Banofi reduces water use by 90% vs animal leather and boosts farmer incomes by 30%. Winner of the $1 million Hult Prize, Banofi champions sustainability and women-led innovation.
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