SaniSOLE

SaniSOLE is a startup founded by researchers from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology, including Antonio Capezza, Björn Birdsong, Mercedes Bettelli, and Richard Olsson. The company focuses on developing environmentally friendly, sustainable alternatives to conventional disposable sanitary products such as diapers and pads. Their technology utilizes biopolymers extracted from agricultural biomass to create plastic-free, biodegradable products that aim to replace fossil-based materials. The company's development is rooted in over five years of research conducted at KTH's department of Fibre and Polymer Technology.

This innovation addresses the environmental impact of traditional sanitary products, which are typically made from petroleum-based raw materials and are not fully sustainable across their lifecycle. By offering a circular, eco-friendly option that maintains the functionality of existing disposables, SaniSOLE aims to provide consumers with a way to reduce their climate footprint without requiring lifestyle changes. The team has received recognition for their work, including the Stora Ingenjörspriset Innovation award in 2022, and has participated in KTH Innovation's pre-incubator programs to advance their research toward commercialization.