How Biodegradable Coolers Are Made Out Of Coconut Waste | World Wide Waste | Business Insider

[@willcookmakeup]

Whoa the microscope shot was crazy. The material structure of coconut core next to the Styrofoam was insanely similar. What a cool discovery

[@stephanieyee9784]

I was amazed at how similar the materials look under the microscope.

[@Ryuguji_draken]

Extremely similar, yet the coconut microscope are eco-friendly and no micro plastic material wash away

[@PopupH88terILoveJuice-iz7sx]

@@Ryuguji_draken I recently got my coconut microscope in the mail. But I do not really like the taste of coconut water so I sold it to a local grocery store.

[@rdc1431]

We can make a fishing pole out of coconut material and bamboo. Heck even cast nets that are biodegradable. I’m old we need the young ones to do this now. Especially when resources are pouring in the country. Reduce the plastic in the ocean killing our fish and wildlife and US (microplastic)

[@al6243]

Why aren't they saving and selling the coconut water you may wonder? 1. Look at the coconut meat 2:09. It's quite thick, meaning the coconut is an old/mature one. Coconut water from them are less sweet and sometimes a bit sour. Coconut water from younger coconuts are preferred. 2. Coconut water is a liquid foodstuff. It will require many different facilities, equipments, and methods to ensure it will be collected, processed stored, and packaged safely. That's a whole other different set of processes. Too much extra work and will require a lot of resources. They're still a small company. 3. They're in the Philippines. Coconuts are literally almost everywhere in that country. Coconut water is pretty common. Also there are already many other companies selling coconut water both in and outside the country. Unless their coconut water is particularly unique making them able to compete with several existing companies, combined with Reason #2, collecting and selling coconut water doesn't seem that profitable really. They have a product that they seem to be pioneers of, at least in that area, and since they're also a young small company, it is completely logical for them to put most of their focus and effort on it.

[@michaelmcandrews9474]

Excellent comment.

[@geshkigal]

this guy coconuts

[@mohd.mushahid1743]

Best analysis 👍

[@aberba]

You're looking at it wrong. Coconut water is used alongside others for processed product. It's got medicinal use so it's a perfect ingredient

[@al6243]

@@aberba Read my Reasons #2 and #3 again. If you still think otherwise, please do tell what are the processes, logistics, and resources required for it that makes it a worthy business to pursue.

[@ratdoto2148]

The main issue with substituting plastic with plant products is that plastic is extremely cheap, and so for single use products it's nearly unbeatable. These coolers however, while still disposable, last quite a while, quality is desired, and so the higher price is justifiable. These sort of higher longevity disposables are perfect for replacing plastic, it doesn't just feel like a gimmick, it actually makes sense.

[@OneHalfSaint]

plastic is extremely cheap when you don't account for any externalities* FTFY

[@ratdoto2148]

@@OneHalfSaint Most of the world does not have the luxury to worry.

[@thanhavictus]

Cheapness is such a moot point though. The only reason why it was cheap was because we put the full might of economies of scale behind plastic production. It would be the other way around if plastic was new invention. The only way to get biodegradable insulation cheaper is to keep using it like we did plastic decades ago and eventually it will supplant

[@ratdoto2148]

@@thanhavictus How is it a moot point? It is THE point, it is literally all that matters for most people. Plastic is cheaper, that is the state of things. What could or would have been currently means nothing to the majority of the world who does not have the luxury to be eco conscious. Also it's not even true that the reason it's cheaper is because it was developed. It's a huge part of it, but at the end of the day plastic is still very cheap even if both it and it's alternatives are sufficiently developed. But again, that doesn't matter to the consumer because that's not how it is.

[@Sharukurusu]

It shouldn’t be legal to not price externalities and plastic is a relatively new invention; plenty of wealth and technology was built before it became widespread. If a technology isn’t safe and sustainable we shouldn’t be using it.

[@ArchangelExile]

Coconut is very versatile. I've even used coconut husk charcoal for BBQing. I got a huge bag for 75 cents a few years ago. I guess it was on sale due to summer ending. It was the best, cleanest burning, longest burning coal I've ever used. I never saw that product again, however. I have no idea why.

[@banshee1133]

Our charcoal here in ph is made from coconut. It's cheap and easy to find.

[@hopebamboo8371]

It is the coconut shell that is being turned into charcoal which has a high temperature index when burned

[@johndoh5182]

Yeah, I had to leave a comment saying husks aren't really burnt to get rid of them, they're burnt in a way to create charcoal for cooking because NO Filipino in their right mind would waste the opportunity to either make money or save money.

[@johndoh5182]

@@hopebamboo8371 Both are used, go search it.

[@johndoh5182]

@@hopebamboo8371 Here is the statement Coconut husk and shells can act as a good resource for fuel and charcoal. Coconut husk is mainly used for the production of charcoal. Activated carbon, which is produced from coconut shell is used in for eliminating the impurities present in waste water

[@nelsondog100]

Greetings from the Philippines! For myself, I would like to see this product available in large sheet form to use as insulation in the attic cavity for residential homes. Our home, like the majority of buildings here, stands in the direct path of intense heat of the sun. fiberglass is prohibitively expensive and forget about expanding polyurethane foam. Can coconut husk fiber be an ‘inexpensive’ solution?

[@cobblerama]

Probably very flammable so unsafe for housing. I'm sure they could add something to it to make it less flammable but then it increases the cost.

[@stevenlyons1288]

And or increase the carcinogen toxicity of it. Tradeoffs suck but they are in almost everything

[@MorningThief_]

Please don't. It's mentioned at the end that it's also used as kindling & a cheap substitute for charcoal. That's probably why it's best used as a container for wet commodities.

[@dmora2386]

Yeah as mentioned, sounds like a great way to light your house on fire. As intense as the heat gets there all it needs is a piece of broken glass to focus the sunlight and you've got yourself fire starter. Plus, given the humidity, it'll likely start biodegrading/rotting causing all slew of other problems.

[@martinmartin691]

When can u sell these in the cities in the Philippines?

[@daemenoth]

I have seen a lot of work being done making seaweed into various types of plastic replacements, I can't help but wonder if they have looked into seaweed polymers to replace the plastic part of their cooler to make it more biodegradable and eco friendly. It's also worth mentioning that seaweed cultivation is good for marine environments, doesn't need any irrigation or fertilizer and it's actually carbon negative.

[@itsallagame2013]

Less sustainable than coconuts

[@daemenoth]

@@itsallagame2013 That is preposterous, you don't even have to harvest the entire plant you can clip it back to harvest it and you can grow an entire crop off of harvested clippings. It is one of the most sustainable crops out there especially as it just grows in open water. I suggest maybe you look into it because you clearly are not speaking from a position of knowledge.

[@turkizno]

Considering that the 3 winners for the contest to replace one-time-use plastic bags are all companies using seaweed for the process, I hope it becomes true!

[@ratdoto2148]

They obviously have looked into it, they have surely looked into a lot. They still need to keep the cost down, they aren't targeting a wealthy eco minded market, they are targeting a developing nation who literally can't afford to spend more for the planet. These alternative polymers sound great, but they can be very expensive to produce. Their price will go down though as the science and manufacturing is better understood.

[@communistpoultry]

seaweed is not good polymers, it breaks down easily. It is just good for lightweight use.

[@EmilOsena]

I remember doing research on the coconut industry for my Thesis proposal years ago. The Philippine coconut industry still have a lot of problems to deal with. An example is the needed time for a regular coconut tree to mature and how long it has to bare fruit and the current issue where there's more old trees that are needed to replaced. We could switch to the shorter variant used by other countries but the coconut tree has a lot of uses here so it can possibly have a negative ripple effect in the coconut industry if it were to happen.

[@Bl00dMalice]

When I first heard their name Fortuna, I thought it was from the Latin word for Fortune. But it gave a good chuckle it was said to literally mean "For Tuna".

[@khalifahjamaluddin]

I remember during 70’s and 80’s the coconut shred was used for furniture sponge even for automobile seats.

[@shreemz]

I had seen the jute fiber in the sofa we used to have.

[@malexander2438]

These kinds of business initiatives are wonderful and the world needs more of this. We should be investing in these businesses to encourage good outcomes.

[@ahoosifoou4211]

The coconut tree in my opinion is the miracle tree of the pacific nothing comes close. SO many uses from its roots to the trunk, fruit and leaves.

[@PopupH88terILoveJuice-iz7sx]

I am surprised that you can go to a grocery store and buy a jar filled with the fat of a coconut. A recent discovery on my part.

[@bonnie6231]

What an amazing Earth, Living Beings Friendly idea!!! Awesome thinking gentlemen! I think every country needs to get on board using this. A Natural product that isn’t toxic to people, animals, fish,etc. The world needs to get using more safe products instead of products that are toxic. Keep up the healthy thinking men! God bless you!

[@albertopatrocinio6102]

I wish that more foriegn investors would to Philippines to this wonderful idias. Coconut hush maybe produce to napkins diapers and coco pellets use for fuel. It can be exported to Europe to fuel thier home heaters during.winter.

[@davidallrood5302]

Wow, this is amazing.. I am from Ghana, and we also have coconuts, so this will also help us, and I would like to learn more.

[@jennifertakyi6226]

Hii. From Ghana too. Great idea. Which part of Ghana are you from.

[@luigi55125]

Fun fact: Classic vw bug seats are stuffed with coconut fibers, and called horse hair. (No horses involved, just coconut)

[@D.DIYlife]

Wow! They are doing amazing work. Hopefully more solutions will proceed out of this invention across the globe.

[@gentlemaninthecomments.4661]

The Coconut Tree is a beautiful tree with uses for almost everything, not just the fruit. Coconut lumber can also be used for anything, especially in construction. Not to mention, the leaves can be used as wall dividers and wall accents. Some use their leaves as roofing in poorer areas. The dried leaves can also be made into biodegradable baskets, bags, bowls, plates, etc. They can also be made into hats, like straw hats.

[@PhilippBlum]

This is really amazing. That's how it should be. Using more natural materials. Plastics aren't bad per se, but we really have to think about where we use them.

[@tracyruth4247]

I'm surprised they're not saving the coconut water🤔

[@RandomGuy-nm6bm]

Probably just marketing in the West

[@lyndonwb.4857]

It's really surprising

[@sticustom]

I thought the same thing.

[@sasikanthmynampati158]

Ripened coconut water does not taste good

[@StarFleet_Tech1701]

Coconut water could be used as a substitute coolant.

[@Marrea-q1m]

My bed here in Philippines is made of decorticated coconut husks indtesd of foam. It is moisture-resistant, durable, affordable.

[@Errr717]

What an awesome invention. I hope you guys make it big and go international.

[@joytotheworld2100]

I use coconut coir in my garden in place of peat moss. Its a renewable resource as well.

[@turkizno]

It holds water so well, I actually HAD to replace it with a clay-based soil! The roots were starting to rot even with small waterings xD Probably beneficial for people living in drier conditions, or who forget about their plants or can't water them for longer periods though

[@StuffandThings_]

@@turkizno When used in potted plants, coco coir is unbeatable because while it holds water well it also keeps roots very well aerated. So its the ideal material for very finicky plants which like their roots consistently moist but also well aerated and never soaked.

[@dharmdevil]

@@turkizno you don't use it 100%. you add it to sandy soil for best result.

[@sadhumannell2769]

Orchid growers using husks with success.

[@romeorosos1849]

can also use in charcoal too

[@SigiCoria-cd9vg]

Really interesting

[@RafaelUnplugged]

Very cool. Mabuhay

[@erikliongoren]

I wonder if these innovation could also work in building insulation for winter countries (provided they could go thru a treatment for all the micro tropical pests thriving on those things). 😍😍😍

[@samuelarellano7846]

That’s fantastic congratulations You will contribute to the new earth. We need people like you You have been bless by are divine creator 🌺🙏🙏

[@user-zs9ek1bx5z]

This brillant eco-friendly product needs BIG INVESTORS 🙏❤

[@kenmhilkyong707]

Wow thats a big help to our environment yet very useful,hope its spreads and easily availble to the market,love to buy some!😊

[@NulwraithSecret]

They should use the jute plastic from the golden fiber episode for the container liner.

[@89NikhilS]

found a solution for your liner for your box coolers, biodegradable jute plastic from Bangladesh, I'm sure instead of clear bags they can make coloured ones

[@REPSDirect]

I now buy paper towel rolls made from coconut fiber.

[@multimillionaire0609]

Congratulations good job! Please spread it in the whole world!

[@SkSafowan]

As always another great video but I just wanted to say I liked the old logo more then the new one

[@ajiebooks]

The challenge is on how it will be used in logistics. It needs to be extra lightweight since weight is factored in when shipping, you can't use a shipping box that's heavy and only carries the same as the styrofoam. I hope they mentioned how light or how heavy it is. But I applaud the ingenuity

[@rubenearthling2974]

Bruh they waste the water wtf.

[@modash1231]

Also the cost of production. Styroam boxes are easily mass produced and the styrofoam itself is both the box and insulation. WIth this coconut fiber, you still need a box, a difficult to construct box with multiple layers to hold the insulation.

[@ajiebooks]

@@rubenearthling2974 water on brown coconuts are disgusting, no one drinks that in the Philippines. Brown coconut or the matured ones are only used for coconut meat production - for coconut oil and coconut milk. Green or the young coconut are used for coconut water, and coconut meat is soft and used in desserts or can be eaten as is.

[@annie-sc]

​@@rubenearthling2974there are a lot of reasons why they discard the water. For sure they ain't blind to not notice 😅

[@macareuxmoine]

What a fantastic invention! I wish the founders all the luck in the world!

[@agneskempis-cruz7981]

👍♥️, wishing this company will extend this idea/innovation to Region 8, Leyte and Samar...

[@u4yeah123]

If this can be used in house insulation there is bigger market for this, just have to figure out how to make it fire resistant.

[@renaldyhaen]

Let me drink the coconut water! Imagine if they keep the water too. This will be very delicious to drink when they take a rest.

[@Von199X]

Cocopeat is a great replacement for Cat sand I ordered it

[@rmglabog]

Im in Cebu. It's my first time to know about this.

[@alik5883]

There's plant-base leather meterial, called haunji. It's made out of traditional Korean mulberry paper. It's light, durable and waterproof. I even have snickers made out of it! Also I know that there are other plant based lethers. I suppose one of these could be used with coconus insulation!

[@gbalicante]

Thank you for your inventions/innovations in the coconut industry. You just don't help the farmers, you also help everyone that eat fish. God bless you and more power.

[@shawnbrennan7526]

Looking forward to a version without so much plastic. So important to see projects like this that reduce waste, especially near the oceans.

[@sergeidominiquepantejo9773]

Im a coconut farmer too...one of the best and ideal system in coconut farming is to replant every 25 yrs., so that laborers are not at risks on climbing very2 high trees

[@luablau]

In Brazil there's a dwarf variety, it doesn't grow much high. But I don't know if it loses in productivity

[@richearnoza9089]

Thank you!🇵🇭

[@saputramargam611]

Coconut husks and shells are the best things to make charcoal for cooking

[@troymccullagh]

Wonderful! I hope that you are very successful and replace Styrofoam! Good job! Bravo!

[@rhondabarlow860]

I want one.....I like that it folds up.

[@barcodestudios4812]

Awesome 😀

[@BadMonkeyMike]

Wow, lots of coconut trash in Romblon ans Cavite area. They should do that there too.... amazing good idea 👍

[@fikasionemale8414]

😊😊😊😊Love your work. 10 plus points

[@IMBAKid]

Dear owners of this project. Hope you could read this. Did you ever consider making a home grade insect-resistant insulator for homes and buildings?

[@raavila2245]

Cebu, the island where the company is based, is in the tropics where homes aren't lined with insulating material.

[@Epiphany_nz]

Actually, these tropical countries gets pretty hot, especially Malaysia. Thus, the demand for Palm leaves and straw roof. # Insulation is actually used under tin roofs in some constructions. I should also add that most problem with this is actually not about insects, it's rats, mice and bats

[@cobblerama]

Would have to be fire proof too. Or less flammable.

[@IMBAKid]

@@Epiphany_nz They can make it resistant. Can be encapsuled by any material to avoid pests.

[@IMBAKid]

@@cobblerama Famous roof insulators here are ones made from styro covered by a thin layer of aluminum like material. The styro I believe is flammable. With proper material add ons, these coconut husks can be fire proof.

[@bengtal]

coconut coir should be mobilized for agriculture globally! It contributes to far superior soil structure than just about any other natural fiber will. It is far more valuable for its microporous structure, and the benefits that brings to soil mixutres, than it is for simple use as insulation or doormats. No, coconut coir is THE main resource for all of our gardening and cultivation on this planet, and we are mostly still sleeping on this understanding. Yes, of course there are horticulturalists and businesses around the world who work with coir for their cultivations substrate, but it should be far more prevalent and prioritized.

[@truetool]

We've been using coconut coir during summer months for cooling by sprinkling them with water on the windows in India for centuries.

[@PaulSmith-t5d]

Ive always been against styrofoam being dumped in garbage. the idea of another micro "similar" bio material being used for the same purpose is really exciting ..... I hope the idea catches on !!!!! great info vid

[@hyacinthjarrett8637]

What an exciting project. Coolers are used almost everywhere. Who knows what the next invention this fruit has to offer if we look further.

[@judithjamuy2723]

This innovative idea, among numerous others, offers valuable lessons. It provides the new generation with an opportunity to observe their surroundings, transform nature's waste into eco-friendly products, and generate a sustainable income.

[@drata8]

What about adding some natural flame resistant material to the husk to make it suitable for housing insulation!

[@katherinekinnaird4408]

Exciting I am praying for your support and success. God bless and keep you all. 💪🏽🙏💙🐝🐢

[@iashakezula]

I know coconut water spoil easily so hopefully there is another company who can process that, it’s a waste. Coconut plant tree are amazing. I grew up with 2 in our front yard. I really enjoy it growing up .We learned to open them even when they are young, drink the water and eat the white meat. That’s what I missed the most. If there is technology to repurpose the hust shell to become wood for housing instead of foam .

[@ZolaTaTa]

Amazing

[@davidashcroft9942]

Fantastic! Excellent for the globe.

[@cody9606]

Hemp can replace all plastics, fiberglass, rope, clothing, fuel and most medications and it's a superior product

[@CharlieC738]

This is a brilliant solution. I wish you well😊

[@krissyscott4327]

I LOVE THIS!!!

[@agusmaulana2970]

Can be made for insulation for cold storage room walls, a substitute for PIU material which is not environmentally friendly

[@adityagupta4564]

amzing idea

[@Nanogat]

this is life changer

[@rogerscottcathey]

Can't wait to see a hemp liner with coconut insulation. Even cotton. I don't want plastics around me at all.

[@krishnakumark8329]

Very Nice

[@guillermotux614]

We ain't changing the world significantly with this one📢🔥

[@banshee1133]

Now that I think about it, I've never had warm/hot coconut water even if the vendor has his produce out in the sun.

[@luablau]

I have been wondering whether coconut husk fiber could be used to make yoga blocks or even larger blocks/boxes for crossfit exercises. A box that wouldn't be too hard if I hit my shin 😬😅

[@markmark.marcial]

How do they clean the container if water gets inside the husk compartment? or will they just replace the husk?

[@davidhollenbeck9227]

Curious to see how fire proof it is and if it could be used as house insulation

[@DanielCrist]

It doesn't really burn, but it smolders. So you could have a whole wall that's good a bunch of glowing coconut husk slowly spreading until it reaches something that will produce a flame, at which point you are already a long way into having a fire without even knowing it. I'm sure there are chemicals or substances that could be mixed/sprayed into it too make it fire retardant, but then it's no longer biodegradable. However I think man-made home insulation isn't a big issue because it is sealed away and lasts for many decades. It's not finding it's way into the water and environment the way styrofoam is.

[@xXxSkyViperxXx]

i think coconut husks are traditionally used as roofing in some traditional huts in the philippines, if i remember correctly.

[@JerecoRoluna]

Wow thank you for a new way of producing product. I hope you have factory here in Baybay leyte

[@yosoykibbles]

Amazingg!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@QuiChiYang2]

I got the liner solution for you. Hempcrete or the thinner version of material used in the building of Iranian Yakhchal. You can use casava root as the binder.

[@rubysview9833]

It can also be used for house insulation, specially in the Philippines a hot and humid climate.

[@abdulhaque2182]

Very nice 👌

[@gy2gy246]

This should be introduced in the US and Europe..

[@rosaliabonayog0001]

😊🎉 God speed to help one another and our planet.

[@kennethgimpayan3418]

This is absolutely mindblowing!

[@xavierroy5254]

Very good,what a great idea

[@tinalebron4385]

Can all this information be translate, there so many people's who don't speak English & are missing such very interesting information , this is so interesting for the teachers teach all this to the students & they can tell there parents & tray to help in the future, thanks for such interesting information God bless all who tried to do better for other people.

[@paulobrunetti7470]

Very good idea. Congratulations

[@gaius_enceladus]

Great stuff! Looks like a really good product!

[@whittlingcowboy]

This is amazing. I hope that it expands to other islands through franchising or other means.

[@CarrionAix]

I wonder what the acoustic properties of those panels are. Current acoustic panels are made of foam or rock wool, both of which are understandable for various reasons.

[@razethehero]

Genius

[@burnstrike13]

Nice innovation

[@boogieknee3781]

The husks can be used in water filters.(brita comes to mind)

[@marchelandersen6839]

nice

[@angelofamillionyears4599]

Keep us posted on this firm !!

[@workstationmark4103]

Maybe coconut fibre for container housing insulation or small home insulation

[@jamesleeborgonia222]

true, thats another business ideas

[@laurenceharris8160]

On our island each coconut farmer turns the fruit into low moisture copra. All the organic material is returned to the soil to replace potasium.

[@HelenBaker-c5e]

That would be nice to use for house insulation for air conditioning.

[@moisespeji129]

is it possible to use this material for house wall insulation?.

[@moinshaikh2265]

Great. Lovely. 🔄

[@bus_okdahunog3171]

Wow that's good news😊