Kenya - Business creation project

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This project utilizes pineapple waste and fruit to make eco-cleaning solutions that are non-toxic and safe for the environment. The pineapple is mixed with sugar and water and fermented for three months. Final product is then mixed with essential oils

01.01 Décrivez votre projet en détail

This project upcycles pineapple waste into eco-friendly cleaning products. We source pineapple peels, a major byproduct, from local farmers or processing facilities. The upcycling process begins with preparing the peels through cleaning and sanitation to ensure a hygienic base. We then utilize fermentation to extract valuable enzymes and bio-active compounds with natural cleaning properties from the pineapple peels. The enzyme cleaner recipe involves: Ingredients: - 10 liters water (10 parts) - 3 Kg pineapple waste (3 parts) - 1 Kg brown sugar (1 part) Optional: Coconut oil or lemongrass oil Instructions: 1. Sanitize a 18-liter container. 2. Combine water, brown sugar, and pineapple waste. 3. Stir daily for 3 months at 25-30°C to develop enzymes. 4. Filter the enzyme solution, removing solids. 5. (Optional) Add 1-2 tbsp coconut or lemongrass oil. 6. Transfer the filtered cleaner to bottles for storage.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

This project addresses three key challenges: Pineapple Waste Mitigation: The pineapple processing industry generates large volumes of peel waste, which is often disposed of in landfills. This can result in environmental problems such as methane gas emissions and soil contamination. Demand for Sustainable Cleaning Solutions: Many conventional cleaning products contain harsh chemicals that can contribute to environmental pollution. Consumers are becoming more conscious and are actively seeking out eco-friendly cleaning alternatives. Demand for nontoxic and safe products: There are increased cases of allergies attributed to cleaning agents as most contain quats which are toxic and cause allergies. This affects mostly children, asthmatics, and persons with skin disorders such as eczema. The lack of affordable and safe cleaning agents for fruits and foodstuffs is also a challenge.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service que vous souhaitez fournir par votre projet (au moins 3).

The project has four major benefits: a) It reduces landfill waste. by using pineapple waste, we reduce methane emissions and soil contamination that would occur when these are dumped in landfills. b) Sustainable cleaning solutions. The cleaning product is prepared using natural enzyme extract from pineapple waste. This offers sustainable and biodegradable solutions to the harsh chemical solutions. c) Nontoxic and safe products. The cleaning products derived from this process are safe for children, persons with allergies, and those with skin conditions such as eczema. d) Increased revenue streams for farmers. This enhances their economic status and offers them a new market.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adressera le produit/service de votre projet. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

Environment: Upcycling pineapple waste reduces landfill methane emissions and promotes a circular economy in agriculture. Waste from this upcycling is used as animal feed. Safe and non-toxic products: Our plant-based cleaners avoid harsh chemicals like quats, potentially reducing allergies and health risks associated with traditional cleaning agents. This is beneficial for: Eco-conscious consumers seeking sustainable alternatives. People with health concerns like children, asthmatics, and those with skin conditions like eczema. Households that need safe cleaning solutions for fruits and vegetables. Economic Benefits for the Pineapple Industry: Pineapple farmers and processors gain new revenue streams by selling their waste peels to our project.

01.05 Quand avez-vous commencé à travailler sur votre projet ?

01/03/2024

01.06 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires sur votre projet en plus de vous ?

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01.07 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

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01.08 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre projet (compétences, expérience, etc.).

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01.10 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre projet ?

d) Produits de base (aliments, boissons, produits ménagers et personnels)

02.01.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

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02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Empowering Small-Scale Pineapple Farmers: The project creates a new revenue stream for small-scale pineapple farmers by providing them with a market for their pineapple waste. This additional income can improve the livelihoods of these farmers and potentially contribute to reducing poverty within their local communities. Job Creation and Income Generation: The implementation of this project will require the employment of people for tasks such as waste collection, processing, and product development. These new job opportunities and income sources can further contribute to poverty reduction in the local community where the project is based.

02.02.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

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02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Reducing Food Waste: The project addresses food waste in the agricultural system by redirecting pineapple waste away from landfills and reusing it as animal feed. This helps maximize resource utilization and reduces strain on primary food production. The animal feed made from pineapple waste has the potential to support increased livestock rearing indirectly. This may result in a higher supply of meat, milk, and eggs for human consumption, ultimately contributing to food security.

02.03.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

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02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Our project contributes to the goal of Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3) by providing a safer option to traditional cleaning products. Here's how: We create cleaning solutions using natural enzymes derived from pineapple waste, eliminating the need for harsh chemicals like quaternary ammonium compounds commonly found in regular chemical cleaners. By using our non-toxic products, consumers reduce their exposure to chemicals associated with allergies, respiratory issues, and certain chronic health conditions. This is particularly advantageous for: - Children and asthmatics who are more susceptible to respiratory problems. - Individuals with skin conditions such as eczema, who may experience irritation from the use of harsh chemicals.

02.04.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Éducaiton de Qualité'

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02.05.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

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02.06.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

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02.07.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

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02.08.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

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02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Our project contributes to achieving the goal of Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8) by generating employment opportunities and economic advantages: Employment Generation: The project generates new jobs at various stages of the production process, which include: Collecting waste from pineapple farms or processing facilities. Converting pineapple waste into enzymes. Creating and formulating cleaning solutions. Manufacturing, packaging, and distributing the cleaning products. Economic Benefits for the Pineapple Value Chain: By creating a market for pineapple waste, the project offers pineapple farmers and processors a new source of income. This can enhance their economic status and potentially create a more sustainable production cycle within the pineapple industry.

02.09.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovaiton et Infrastructure'

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02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The project highlights a creative method of converting discarded pineapple waste into useful enzymes for cleaning products, showcasing the potential of a circular economy in agriculture. This demonstrates the possibility of turning waste into new products. The positive outcomes of our pineapple waste project could serve as inspiration for creating similar upcycling solutions for other agricultural byproducts. This could spark a surge of innovation aimed at minimizing waste, improving our environment, enhancing resource utilization, and generating new bio-based products within the agricultural industry.

02.10.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

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02.11.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

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02.12.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsable'

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02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Circular Economy in Action: We divert pineapple waste, a byproduct typically discarded, and transform it into a valuable resource (enzymes for cleaning products). This exemplifies a circular economic approach, where waste becomes the raw material for new products, minimizing reliance on new resources and reducing overall waste generation. Reduced Landfill Strain: This project reduces the amount of organic material going to landfills. This mitigates environmental issues like methane emissions and soil contamination associated with landfilling food waste. Sustainable Cleaning Solutions: Our plant-based cleaning products made from pineapple enzymes offer an eco-friendly alternative to traditional, often chemical-laden cleaners. This offers consumers sustainable options that minimize environmental impact. Our project directly tackles waste reduction, and resource efficiency, and promotes sustainable products, all of which are key principles of Responsible Consumption and Production (SD

02.13.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Luttle contre les Changements Climatiques'

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02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Our project contributes to Climate Action (SDG 13) by addressing two key areas: reduced landfill methane and potentially lower energy consumption during cleaning.  Reduced Landfill Methane Emissions: Landfilling organic waste like pineapple peels leads to methane emission, a greenhouse gas 25 times more potent than carbon dioxide at trapping heat. By using pineapple waste from landfills and upcycling it into cleaning products, our project helps mitigate methane emissions and contributes to climate change mitigation efforts. Potentially Lower Energy Use in Cleaning Products: Manufacturing plant-based cleaning products derived from pineapple enzymes might require less energy compared to some traditional chemical cleaners. This could lead to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production process. 

02.14.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

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02.15.01 Mon projetp contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

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02.16.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

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02.17.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

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05.01 Il existe un grand nombre de clients qui utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire à celui que nous envisageons de créer.

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05.02 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

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05.03 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

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05.04 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

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05.05 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

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05.06 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

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05.07 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

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05.08 Justification de mon projet

Our project is innovative because it represents an improvement on traditional cleaning products. While conventional options exist, they often rely on harsh chemicals. Our project upcycles pineapple waste, a byproduct typically discarded, to create enzymes for a new bio-based cleaning solution. This not only reduces waste but also fulfills a growing demand for safer and more eco-friendly cleaning options. By offering a plant-based alternative, our project caters to consumers who are concerned about the health and environmental impacts of traditional cleaning products

05.09 Qui sont vos principaux potentiels concurrents et qu'est-ce qui vous différencie d'eux ?

Our main potential competitors are likely to be two groups: Traditional cleaning product manufacturers Eco-friendly cleaning product manufacturers Here's what makes our project stand out: Sustainable Upcycling: We utilize pineapple waste, a byproduct typically discarded, to create cleaning enzymes. This differentiates us from both traditional manufacturers (who rely on virgin resources) and some eco-friendly brands (who might use other plant-based materials). Enzyme Power for Cleaning: By harnessing the natural cleaning properties of enzymes, our products offer potentially superior cleaning performance compared to some eco-friendly options that might rely on less powerful plant-based cleaning agents. Natural Fragrance (Optional): We can incorporate essential oils for a pleasant natural scent, appealing to consumers who prefer to avoid synthetic fragrances. However, we'll ensure clear labeling and offer unscented options for those with allergies.

10.06 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

Yes, I operate a chicken rearing business with my sister. I also offer advice and financial support whenever possible.