Products & Use Cases
Cocopeat
Cocopeat, also known as coir pith or coir dust, is a natural byproduct of the coconut industry derived from the husk of coconuts during fibre extraction.
It is a lightweight, porous, and highly absorbent material that has gained popularity as an eco-friendly alternative to peat moss in horticulture and agriculture.
Cocopeat retains water efficiently, enhances aeration, and improves soil structure, making it an ideal growing medium for plants. Beyond gardening, cocopeat is also used in hydroponics, landscaping, and as a substrate for mushroom cultivation. It is pH-neutral, biodegradable, and sustainable, contributing to responsible waste management by repurposing coconut waste.
Beyond horticulture, cocopeat can be used for bioremediation, wastewater treatment and oil spill cleanup.
Biochar & Activated Charcoal
Biochar is a carbon-rich material produced through the process of pyrolysis, where organic waste such as agricultural residues such as coconut shells are heated in a low-oxygen environment. Renowned for enhancing soil fertility, biochar improves water retention, nutrient availability, and soil microbial activity. It also serves as a significant tool for carbon sequestration.
Activated charcoal from coconut shells is a highly porous and adsorptive material produced through carbonization and activation processes. It is widely used for water purification, air filtration, and medicinal applications due to its ability to trap toxins, chemicals, and impurities. Compared to other sources of activated charcoal, coconut shell-based charcoal has a higher surface area and microporosity, making it particularly effective for adsorption.
Widely used in agriculture, waste management, and environmental restoration, biochar & activated charcoal contribute to a circular economy by transforming organic waste into a valuable resource.
Coir Geotextiles
Coir geotextiles are natural, biodegradable fabrics made from the fibres of coconut husks. These versatile materials are increasingly used in civil engineering, landscaping, and environmental restoration for soil erosion control, slope stabilization, and riverbank protection.
Coir geotextiles are durable, eco-friendly, and capable of absorbing water, allowing them to support vegetation growth by retaining moisture and nutrients in the soil. As they degrade over time, they enrich the soil with organic matter, making them a sustainable alternative to synthetic geotextiles.
Widely utilised in projects promoting green infrastructure, coir geotextiles exemplify the alignment of natural solutions with environmental regeneration and sustainability.
