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AltMat, a project by Shikha Shah, is a fantastic example of how innovation can address a number of urgent global issues, such as lowering agricultural waste, reducing pollution, and developing sustainable fashion alternatives. Over years she has been curious for climate action, material sciences, supply chains and economics which lead her to found AltMat.
AltMat strategy appears to be in line with the pressing need for a transition to sustainable materials and utilizing agricultural waste as a resource helps cut down on the amount of water used in cotton production as well as the requirement for dangerous products like polyester.
“AltMat: Innovating Sustainable Solutions by Transforming Waste into Eco-Friendly Resources”
She believes the need of the hour is to find better, sustainable alternatives. At the same time, she points out how we waste renewable resources like agricultural residue and biomass. Often, these are burned, adding to air pollution. But as she says, “Waste is waste only until we don’t put it to use.”
Through science and innovation, AltMat is transforming this problem into a solution. She is paving the way for a future where fashion is both stylish and kind to the planet.
She is the force behind AltMat, where they are bringing materials of the future to wardrobes today.
A viable substitute for traditional fabric production techniques, which are frequently resource-intensive and harmful, is highlighted by the emphasis on using agricultural waste to produce fibres that are mixed with materials like cotton and then transformed into fabric through a chemical treatment process.
Powered by a diverse team of individuals from various backgrounds, bringing expertise in fields like entrepreneurship, material science, business, environmental science, textile chemistry, agricultural science, machinery, operations, and waste-to-value solutions their team is driven by a unique balance of environmental consciousness, quality, and all pursued with persistence.
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With the trust of Fortune 500 companies and global brands generating billions in annual revenue, AltMat is building momentum as they move forward on this fulfilling journey.
Furthermore, AltMat’s business model has the potential to expand even more as customer demand for environmentally friendly products rises, which would result in a broad use of more sustainable textile materials.
By turning what was formerly seen as “waste” into a useful resource, Shikha Shah through AltMat are seizing an amazing opportunity. In addition to giving farmers financial advantages, her venture helps ensure that the fashion industry has a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.