Founded on the sacred craft principles of Sri Seshagiri Rao (formerly Adarsh Papers and Allied Products), we believe authentic sustainability requires verified empirical bio-metrics. Discover the life-cycle analysis (LCA) behind our 100% tree-free handmade banana paper in Palem Village, Telangana.
Standard paper destroys 17 to 24 mature trees per ton. Banana paper requires zero deforestation, sourcing solely from already-harvested crop stalks.
Eliminates the dangerous seasonal smog, particulate matter (PM2.5), and greenhouse gases caused by field incineration of wet banana crop residue.
While industrial kraft mills consume 70,000+ liters of water per ton, our low-impact Hollander hydro-pulping process recirculates 100% of vat effluent.
Free from synthetic polymer coatings, our paper breaks down naturally into organic compost within 60 to 90 days in home soil environments.
Calculated per 1,000 kg (1 Metric Ton) of finished paper output.
| Environmental Indicator | Adarsh Banana Fiber | Virgin Wood Kraft | Recycled Newsprint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Tree Wood Consumed | 0.0 kg (0 Trees) | 2,400 kg (~18 Trees) | 0.0 kg |
| Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Net Footprint | -320 kg CO₂e (Carbon Negative) | +1,180 kg CO₂e | +640 kg CO₂e |
| Total Water Consumed (Per Ton) | 12,000 L (100% Recycled) | 68,000 L | 32,000 L |
| Toxic Chemical Pulping Agents | 0.0 kg (Zero Chlorine) | 140 kg (Sulfur, Chlorine, Sodium) | 45 kg (De-inking surfactants) |
| Landfill / End of Life Biodegradation | 100% Soil Nutritive in 60 Days | Slow (Often plastic-laminated) | Contains residual inks & BPA |
In traditional monoculture farming, smallholders face volatile market prices for fruit. By monetizing the discarded pseudo-stem, farmers increase net acre profitability by up to 22% without planting a single extra seed or spraying additional fertilizers.
We provide contractual guaranteed purchasing for every harvested stalk, eliminating disposal costs for farmers.
70% of our master papermakers are women from local farming families, earning equitable wages with healthcare and childcare benefits.
Preserving rural dignity and traditional Indian craftsmanship in Telangana
