RiceFort is an innovative social enterprise passionate about converting agricultural waste into sustainable solutions-such as the upcycling of excess rice husks, an underutilized agricultural byproduct stemming from the production of rice, into high-quality, eco-friendly fiberboards that are cheaper, biodegradable alternatives to traditional wood products. Such waterproof, mold-proof, non-toxic, and durable fiberboards are used in furniture manufacturing, interior design, and green building materials.
RiceFort addresses some critical environmental and social issues, including deforestation, air pollution as a result of the burning of agriculture-generated trash, and job opportunities that would allow marginalized group participation. RiceFort promotes, in collaboration with farmers and environmentally-friendly entrepreneurship, a circular economy that contributes to the decrease in carbon dioxide emissions and enables other sources of earnings for farmers.
From sustainability on a world level to engaging in community power, re-conceptualizing landfills, and inspiring business, RiceFort truly covers a myriad of grounds.
