• Accelerator

The Waste Lab

  • Clean energy
  • Cohort 9 2025
  • Accelerator

The Waste Lab

  • Clean energy
  • Cohort 9 2025

Inventor's story

The Waste Lab addresses the critical issue of food waste in the UAE by converting organic waste into nutrient-rich compost. Serving both communities and businesses, our scalable solution not only supports soil health, local food security and reduces greenhouse gases but also educates and engages the community, enhancing overall environmental awareness and action.

from UAE

About the founder

Lara Hussein (Co-Founder & CEO):Experienced business and hospitality professional with a Master’s degree and 15 years of industry expertise. Skilled in customer relations management, consumer behaviour, business strategy, and tech-driven solutions. Committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship as a compost maker.

 

Ceylan Üren (Co-Founder & COO): Experienced architect and lighting design specialist with a Master’s degree in architecture, LED technologies, and operations management. Skilled in commercialization, conceptualization, and strategy. Committed to sustainability as a compost maker.

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