Sugarcane Waste Can Do More Than Make Paper: 4 Indian Ventures Turning It Into Useful Products

After sugarcane is crushed for its juice, a fibrous residue called bagasse is left behind. At sugar mills, heaps of this material can be seen awaiting their next use. While some bagasse is already used to generate energy or make paper, it also holds potential for products that can replace plastic — and even become a source of protein. Across India, entrepreneurs and young innovators are exploring these possibilities. From compostable plates and takeaway boxes to fermentation-based protein, here

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