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Kosalee Galkaduwa’s innovative research turns apparel sludge into construction bricks, cutting waste and paving the way for sustainable industry practices.
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Former Omegaline procurement manager Kosalee Galkaduwa has pioneered a method to turn apparel sludge into eco-friendly bricks, achieving up to 5.0 MPa compressive strength. Her sustainability initiatives cut factory waste by 20%, align with ISO 9001, and prove industrial byproducts can fuel a circular economy—redefining how apparel waste powers green innovation.