Ghana - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

Natural Blend Fragrance is a harmonious combination of essential oils and natural ingredients, carefully crafted to evoke a unique and captivating scent..

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

Natural blend fragrance is a harmonious combination of essential oils and natural ingredients, carefully crafted to evoke a unique and captivating scent. This blend combines orange peels, cinnamon sticks, vodka or alcohol, distilled water and essential oils,

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

We are trying to reduce the production of waste (orange peels) and then turn the waste into something valuable (fragrance).

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your project intends to provide (at least 3).

No skin irritation Environmental benefit because it is biodegradable wont cause harm to the environment No harmful chemicals.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your project is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

Local markets Shopping malls Health conscious individuals Natural lifestyle advocate Fruit vendors

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2023-11-01

01.06 How many other partners are associated with your business venture?

2

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

2

01.08 Please describe the profile of each of the other partners (skills, experience, etc.)

Hadizat Ahmed is an individual who is passionate about circular economy and is willing to bring out ideas for a sustainable future. She has a passion for volunteering works. She has a Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources Management. Priscilla Bema-Bafo is also a passionate individual who is into circular economy related to sewing of materials considered as waste and turn into something valuable. She has Bachelors degree in Renewable Energy Engineering and talented in what she does.

01.09 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link here:

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

d) Primary commodities (food, drink, household and personal products)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

02.03.01 My project contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

Natural fragrances promote health and well-being through promoting natural ingredients for fragrances.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

Visitation of communities to educate people about the importance of natural fragrances to promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

More women and girls will be taught on the process of making natural fragrance for more entrepreneur opportunities.

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

Sustainable fragrance production ensures responsible water management and minimizes environmental impact.

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

Eco-friendly fragrance manufacturing processes prioritize renewable energy sources.

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

Ethical labor practices and fair trade policies are embraced in the natural fragrance industry.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

Innovative natural fragrance production methods and sustainable packaging solutions drive industry growth.

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

Eco-friendly fragrance production minimizes carbon footprint and supports climate change mitigation.

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

Sustainable sourcing of natural ingredients preserves biodiversity and protects ecosystem.

02.16.01 My project contributes to the Peace justice and strong institutions goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

Collaboration and knowledge sharing within the industry promote sustainable development and progress.

05.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

5

05.02 The product/service we envision creating represents an entirely new type of product/service.

6

05.03 The product/service we envision creating could be described as a new technology.

5

05.04 The product/service we envision creating is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

5

05.06 The product/service we envision creating responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

2

05.07 The product/service we envision creating is a new version of an old product/service.

5

05.08 Justification

Natural blend fragrance is unique in the sense that we are trying to reduce the chemicals in fragrances and replace it by organic substances. We are using waste that's peels from oranges to produce fragrance.

05.09 Who are your main potential competitors and what makes you stand out from them?

Our main competitors are nature's scent, essential oil company, pure botanicals etc.. What makes us stands out is our essential oils from environmentally responsible suppliers and ensuring that our products not only smells great but also contributes to a greener future.

10.06 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

By organizing a training for women and the youth.