https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/plant-makes-boba-startup-wants-use-it-clean-plastic-n805766Kevin Kumala took a visit back to his native Indonesia, but as he visited he no longer saw the clear oceans and the white sandy beaches. Instead it was all covered in plastic and by that it started a spark in Kumala to do something about this. From recent studies Indonesia has added about 480,000 and 1.29 million metric tons of plastic since 2010 due to poor waste management and littering. What really changed everything for Kumala is when he saw a turtle pass by with his neck entangled in plastic. Within that moment Kumala decided to stop pursuing a degree in the medical field and decided to focus on the environment. By 2014 he opened Avani Eco which they produce biodegradable products to replace plastic. The company produces bags made out of starch from cassava roots which is mostly found in tropical countries and is used to make tapioca. Everything about the bags they produce is biodegradable and compostable. The company also uses waste from sugar cane in order to create bowls, plates, and takeaway boxes for a variety of hotels. Straws are a very huge focus for the company and they do offer two alternatives for straws. One straw is made out of paper that usesasoy based wax lining and a straw derived from cornstarch. Avani Eco is located in Indonesia were they are currently undergoing research and development. However, many of their customers are in hospitality industry which Avani Ecos does plan to eventually work on Eco friendly products such, as toothbrushes, shampoo bottles, razor kits, and more. Since Avani Eco has developed they have replaced close to 200 tons of plastic in Indonesia alone.Despite that they are located in Indonesia the company does focus on countries all over the world.
This is interesting for various reasons on how Kumala basically was mortified on how his native home land Indonesia looked.In which it inspired him to change the career path he was gonna pursue in order to make a difference and change the environment.
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