Preset

Problem Statement

The improper disposal of medicine strips and blister pack waste presents a severe environmental issue due to their plastic-aluminum composition, which is hard to recycle. Senior citizens, who consume an average of two medications daily, contribute significantly to this type of waste. A sustainable and innovative solution is urgently needed to mitigate this issue and reduce its environmental footprint.   

Contributors

Govardhan Pinni, Ishita Agarwal, Sanchita

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Solution

  The team proposes a two-phase upcycling model to tackle the issue: User Loop & Upcycled Products: Collect empty medicine strips at the source. Use them to create lifestyle products, with a flagship item being a "Preset Organizer" made from repurposed strips. Aluminum Repurposing for Animal Shelters: Extract and remanufacture aluminum from medicine packs into weather-resistant sheets. Use these sheets to construct roofs for animal shelters, in collaboration with animal welfare boards and rescuers nationwide. This approach not only addresses plastic waste but also promotes sustainability and animal welfare.  

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