Scrap’d
The goal of Scrap’d is to create ottomans and other home goods products from discarded fabrics. Fabric waste has been increasing as fast fashion has prioritized the use of cheaply made and disposable materials. We hope to convert this waste into new products and thereby create a circular economy.
Varun Manickam
Kushal Kantharaju
Kushal Kantharaju is a Business student at the University of Texas at Austin, with a strong interest in finance, sustainability, and social impact. He is a core member of Scrap’d, a student-led venture that reduces textile waste by collecting donated fabrics and transforming them into upcycled products through local partnerships. As part of the Enactus […]
Alyssia Menezes
Alyssia Menezes is a student at The University of Texas at Austin in the McCombs School of Business. She is originally from Portland, Oregon. In college, Alyssia enjoys being in leadership positions throughout entrepreneurship, consulting, marketing, student government, and athletic spaces. She was connected with the Resolution Project after winning the US Enactus SVC. The […]
E-cold
E-cold designs solar smart freezers and cold rooms for rural areas, integrating AI for market connectivity and IoT for efficient energy and food management, aiming to reduce food waste and enhance food security sustainably.
Nachiratou Sambieni
Nachiratou Sambieni is a Mobile Developer completing her Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering at the Institute for Training and Research in Computer Science (IFRI) at the University of Abomey-Calavi in Benin. Passionate about technological innovation, she has created impactful mobile applications, including a multilingual music streaming app and a hotel reservation platform. Currently, Nachiratou works […]
Dossiya Dakou
Dossiya Dakou is a passionate entrepreneur and innovator dedicated to addressing climate change through sustainable energy and technology. With a Bachelor’s in Renewable Energy and certifications in Energy Technology and Entrepreneurship, he has designed and implemented solar projects, reducing CO2 emissions and promoting clean energy in Benin and Togo. As CEO of GEFE2, he has […]
Batanai
Batanai is a non-profit organization that addresses climate change’s profound impact on underprivileged women in rural communities. Through sophisticated sustainable farming initiatives such as our mobile seed bank, we strive to empower women by enhancing food security, promoting biodiversity, and building agricultural resilience.
Rutendo Mavunga
Rutendo Mavunga is a dedicated student at Allegheny College, originally hailing from Zimbabwe. With a fervent commitment to social justice, Rutendo is passionate about empowering women and amplifying their voices in the global conversation about climate change. Her advocacy focuses on the disproportionate impact climate change has on women, particularly in vulnerable communities. Rutendo’s work […]
Jacob Deng Bol Deng
Jacob Deng Bol Deng is from South Sudan and a Mastercard Foundation Scholar studying Agricultural Science in Costa Rica. He is the founder of Education Needs All (ENA), co-founder and the president of the SUGI (Standing Up for Global Issues) Youth Network. He is dedicated to advocating for refugees and promoting sustainability. His journey is […]