Novo Origins

Fueling Innovation Through

Recognition
that shapes
our path
to impact

NIDHI PRAYAS - December 2018: Received early-stage support under the NIDHI-PRAYAS scheme to develop the first prototype using biodegradable materials derived from industrial waste.
Startup Master Class, IIT Kanpur – February 2019: Awarded 1st Runner-up at a national startup forum for presenting an innovative and scalable solution to plastic pollution through material innovation.
BIRAC BIG Grant – July 2020: Secured the prestigious Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG) by BIRAC for advanced R&D in converting industrial waste into sustainable, plastic-free materials.
MSME Innovation Grant – January 2021: Received support under the MSME Innovation Scheme to scale R&D efforts, strengthen prototyping, and enhance product development.
TIDE 2.0 Grant (MeitY) – March 2021: Selected under the TIDE 2.0 initiative by the Ministry of Electronics and IT to prototype a biodegradable alternative to conventional plastics.
MCX CSR Grant – January 2022: Funded by MCX CSR Initiative to accelerate the development of sustainable materials aligned with circular economy principles.
Engineers India Limited (EIL) CSR Grant – July 2022: Received CSR support from Engineers India Limited for research and development of environmentally responsible materials.
ASEAN-India Startup Summit – November 2022: Winner at the ASEAN-India Startup Summit held in Indonesia for a high-impact, scalable solution to plastic waste.
CITI Social Innovation Lab – March 2024: Selected by Citi Bank’s Social Innovation Lab for a market-ready solution with strong potential to address both environmental and social challenges.

Rethinking materials . Rebuilding systems . Restoring balance . Reshaping tomorrow Rethinking materials . Rebuilding systems . Restoring balance . Reshaping tomorrow

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