ECOVRA - Lotus Leaf Lunch Sheets

Our Mission & Vision

Creating sustainable solutions to plastic pollution

Our Mission

To revolutionize food packaging by offering environmentally friendly, biodegradable alternatives that are affordable, functional, and rooted in nature.

Our Vision

To become a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions across South Asia and globally, replacing single-use plastics with natural alternatives.

The Problem

Sri Lanka generates over 10,000 tonnes of plastic waste daily, with single-use lunch sheets being a major contributor to environmental pollution.

The Plastic Crisis in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka ranks as the 5th largest plastic polluter globally, with single-use polythene lunch sheets being one of the top contributors:

Used daily by millions of schoolchildren and workers
Non-biodegradable - persists for hundreds of years
Clog drains and contaminate water bodies
Pose health risks to humans and animals

Our Solution

Our Innovative Product

Lotus Leaf Lunch Sheets - The Eco-Friendly Alternative

The ECOVRA Solution

We replace plastic lunch sheets with pressed lotus leaves — a 100% biodegradable, water-resistant, and compostable material that:

Requires minimal processing
Locally sourced with low environmental impact
Naturally decomposes in 5–6 days
Carries cultural and aesthetic appeal

Product Features

Key Features & Benefits

100% Biodegradable

Naturally decomposes in 3-6 weeks, leaving no toxic residue. Unlike plastic that persists for centuries.

Water-Resistant

Natural waxy coatings repel moisture, making it perfect for wrapping wet or oily foods.

Non-Toxic & Safe

Free from BPA, phthalates, and chemical treatments. A healthier option for food packaging.

Our Sustainable Production Process

Environmentally friendly manufacturing from start to finish

Harvesting

Sustainably collected from local farmers and wetlands

Cleaning

Thorough washing with eco-friendly disinfectants

Pressing

Mechanically pressed into perfect sheets

Drying

Naturally dried using solar energy

Packaging

Eco-friendly packaging ready for delivery

Advantages Over Polythene

Eco-Friendly - Naturally degrades in soil or compost
Healthier - Eliminates microplastic ingestion risk
Sustainable - Uses renewable, locally sourced materials
Cultural Relevance - Symbolic in Sri Lankan traditions

Attribute	ECOVRA Sheets	Polythene Sheets
Material	Pressed lotus leaves	Petroleum-based polymers
Decomposition Time	3-6 weeks	400-500 years
Chemical Additives	None	Yes (BPA, dyes, plasticizers)
Microplastic Risk	Zero	High
Environmental Impact	Compostable	Polluting

Our Environmental & Social Impact

Creating positive change through sustainable innovation

ECOVRA is more than a product — it's part of a larger environmental movement. Our sustainability efforts span the entire lifecycle of the product.

10,000+

Tonnes of plastic waste generated daily in Sri Lanka

300 kg

Plastic eliminated with every 100,000 ECOVRA sheets

3 tons

Waste avoided with 1 million ECOVRA sheets

Community Involvement

ECOVRA's mission extends beyond product sales — it's about empowering people, especially in underrepresented and rural communities.

Employment Opportunities

Creates jobs in leaf collection, sorting, drying, and packaging in rural areas.

Women Empowerment

Collaborates with women's cooperatives to provide training and flexible employment.

Farmer Partnerships

Creates new revenue streams for lotus cultivators through fair pricing.

Educational Initiatives

ECOVRA organizes workshops and awareness campaigns to promote sustainable practices:

Workshops in Schools

Community Cleanups

Corporate Sustainability Programs

Social Media Awareness

Our Goal:

10,000+

students and workers educated in the first two years

Our Team

Passionate innovators driving sustainable change

Maheesha Randew

CEO - Sustainability Strategist

Paboda Warnakulasooriya

COO - Operations & Logistics

Gawravi Perera

CMO - Marketing & Advocacy

Hiruni Niwarthana

CFO - Financial Planning

Minuri Varangana

Production Lead - R&D

Udara Dilshan

Sales Manager - Retail & B2B

Our Founding Story

ECOVRA was founded by seven innovative student entrepreneurs united by a shared passion for sustainability. Together, this team represents a unique blend of youthful energy, academic insight, and deep concern for environmental conservation. They are united not just by education, but by purpose — to innovate sustainably and inspire a greener future for Sri Lanka and beyond.

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