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* Peruvian startup stands out as one of the best Latin American initiatives in sustainability and circular economyLeather Lab, Peruvian Startup specialized in the development of sustainable biomaterials, has been recognized internationally for its innovative practices in the production of Vegan Biocuero from agroindustrial waste.
This initiative, backed by the Program innovate of the Ministry of Production, has managed to position itself among the most outstanding proposals in the field of circular economy and the reuse of natural resources.
International recognition
One of the main recent achievements of Leather Lab has been its inclusion in the E-Book of Best Practices in Circular Economics, a call organized by the Federation of Industries of the State of Sao Paulo (FESP) and the National Confederation of the Industry (CNI) of Brazil. This digital publication gathers exemplary initiatives that promote sustainable industrial processes in Latin America.
The Leather Lab selection will allow its ecological textile production model to be internationally visible as a reference in sustainable practices, contributing to the dissemination and replicability of solutions that minimize the environmental impact of the textile sector.
The company has been selected by the Madrid Talent Bridge - Madrid Innovation program, in collaboration with the Inter -American Development Bank (IDB), to participate in an eight -week internship in the Spanish capital. This experience seeks to strengthen the innovation ecosystem through the exchange of Ibero -American entrepreneurial talent. Leather Lab was chosen among more than 250 applications, along with 14 other innovators, and will be trained by IE University, one of the most prestigious business schools in Spain.
Innovation in vegan textiles
Leather Lab currently meets the growing demand for vegan textile materials by national and international companies. Its star product, biocouble, develops from organic waste such as peels and coffee pulps, avocado, orange, mango, tuna and purple corn.
This input not only offers a sustainable alternative to animal leather, but also eliminates the use of aggressive chemicals, reduces water consumption and prevents the generation of carbon footprint, critical aspects in the transition to a more responsible and ethical textile industry.
Proinnovate support
With the financing obtained through the Startup Peru contest of the Proinnovate program, Leather Lab managed to develop and validate five different biomaterial formulas from six types of agroindustrial waste. This initial investment was key to transforming a scientific proposal into a viable commercial solution and with high positive environmental impact.
To learn more about Leather Labs products and advances, visit your official website: www.leatherlab.pe
