Konbac Bamboo

Based in Kudal, Sindhudurg district, KONBAC is a Non-Profit organisation dedicated to the promotion of Bamboo as a sustainable industrial raw material for the generation of rural livelihoods through the leadership of women, for use in Construction, Furniture and Gift Articles.GOAL: To empower traditional Bamboo artisans, especially women to build sustainable livelihoods by providing Training, Technology access, Market linkages and ensuring Certification. KONBAC harnesses the community’s, especially women’s traditional skills in Bamboo craft to create marketable designer products by providing training and access to technology. KONBAC provides training, at a national and global level, in:  Bamboo cultivation, harvesting and primary and secondary processing  Manufacture of interior & lifestyle accessories  Manufacture of home and office furniture  Construction of cottages, resorts and buildings.WHY CHOOSE BAMBOO? Bamboo is an Eco-friendly material that emits oxygen and reduces 200 tons of Carbon Dioxide per hectare. 1 kilogram of Bamboo Product sequesters 1.7 kilogram carbon dioxide On harvesting, Bamboo regrows and is replenished in 3-5 years Bamboo is biodegradable Bamboo provides livelihoods to rural communities, especially farmers and women Bamboo gift products are versatile, elegant and can showcase your commitment to Sustainable Development.