CARBO

CARBO is a bioskin composed of wood waste and alginates derived from sargassum that effectively limits its proliferation as an environmental problem.

Long description

In recent years, Latin American coasts have seen excessive growth of sargassum algae due to global warming and the overproduction of waste dumped into the sea.

Sodium alginate could be extracted from these algae, a crucial material for producing the bioskins integral to CARBO’s innovative formula. Utilizing and processing this seaweed not only aids in restoring impacted ecosystems but also fosters the creation of bioplastics.

These bioplastics promise to catalyze new, circular, and local economies aimed at substituting petroleum-based materials. Initially focusing on the fashion industry, CARBO aims to replace environmentally harmful materials with sustainable alternatives. Incorporating cellulose-based materials, such as activated charcoal or wood industry waste, has led to the development of bioskins. These skins resemble traditional leather in texture and appearance yet offer enhanced biodegradability and carbon capture benefits, positioning CARBO as a pioneering solution in driving toward more sustainable fashion materials.