Bio H2O is a biodegradable water bottle designed to reduce plastic pollution and regenerate life. Made from banana fiber waste, each bottle is infused with seeds, allowing it to germinate into plants once discarded. The concept reimagines single-use packaging as a catalyst for growth — turning a sip of water into a step toward a healthier planet.
Client
FALMOUTH UNIVERSITY
Category
Sustainable Product Design / Circular Economy
Year
2021
Role
Research, Concept Development, Material Experimentation, Product Design
Challenges
Plastic bottles are one of the biggest ocean pollutants. Even with recycling, most end up in landfills or waterways. Biodegradable options exist — but they’re expensive, hard to find, and unappealing to buy. The challenge: Create a sustainable bottle people actually want to choose.
Insights
Sustainability needs motivation, not just awareness. People are more likely to buy green products when there’s an emotional or visible benefit. If a bottle could grow into life after use, it would turn a purchase into a purposeful act — not just a transaction.
Idea
Bio H2O — From Sip to Soil A biodegradable bottle made from banana fiber waste, infused with seeds. After use, it breaks down in soil and germinates into: Wildflowers — for biodiversity, Vegetables — for local growth
