The Center of Excellence for Sustainable Agriculture, Foods and Ecomaterials (CoE-SAFE) is a pioneering initiative within the SCII Hub programme, dedicated to advancing sustainable practices in agriculture, food production, and eco-friendly materials. This innovative center aims to transform the way we produce food and materials, ensuring environmental sustainability and food security for future generations.
CoE-SAFE is committed to:
Promoting sustainable agricultural practices
Developing innovative food production technologies
Advancing the use of eco-friendly materials
Supporting entrepreneurs and businesses in the agri-food and ecomaterials sectors
Fostering collaboration between researchers, industry, and communities
Sustainable Agriculture
Precision farming techniques
Organic and regenerative agriculture
Agroforestry and permaculture systems
Food Innovation
Alternative protein sources
Functional foods and nutraceuticals
Food waste reduction and upcycling
Ecomaterials Development
Biodegradable packaging solutions
Bio-based construction materials
Sustainable textiles and fibers
AgriTech Solutions
IoT and AI applications in agriculture
Vertical farming and hydroponics
Drone technology for crop monitoring
Circular Economy in Agriculture
Closed-loop farming systems
Waste-to-resource technologies
Bioenergy production from agricultural residues
Our state-of-the-art facility provides resources for developing and testing cutting-edge agricultural technologies, including:
Vertical farming systems
Precision agriculture tools
AI-powered crop management solutions
Supporting food startups and entrepreneurs in developing sustainable food products and production methods through:
Mentorship programs
Product development facilities
Market access strategies
Dedicated to developing and commercializing eco-friendly materials for various industries, focusing on:
Biodegradable packaging
Plant-based textiles
Sustainable construction materials
Promoting closed-loop systems in agriculture by:
Developing waste-to-resource technologies
Implementing regenerative farming practices
Creating bioenergy solutions from agricultural by-products
Providing support for startups and established companies to scale their sustainable agriculture and food technologies through:
Funding opportunities
Industry partnerships
Go-to-market strategies
CoE-SAFE is committed to measuring and reporting its impact through:
Reduction in agricultural carbon footprint
Increase in sustainable food production
Adoption rates of eco-friendly materials
Number of successful startups incubated
Patents and innovations developed
Whether you're an entrepreneur with a groundbreaking agri-food idea, a researcher working on sustainable materials, or an investor looking for impactful opportunities in the sustainable agriculture and ecomaterials space, CoE-SAFE offers numerous ways to engage and collaborate.
Join us in our mission to revolutionize agriculture, food production, and materials development for a more sustainable future. Together, we can create lasting positive change for our planet and its people.