Filipino inventor pursues global prize with green sealant

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Filipino inventor Mark Kennedy Bantugon, 26, is nominated for the Young Inventors Prize 2025 for his sustainable aviation sealant, Pili Seal. This innovative product aims to replace harmful chemicals. Bantugon's Pili Seal, made from pili tree resin, is a safer, biodegradable alternative to traditional sealants. It addresses UN Sustainable Development Goal 9 by repurposing agricultural waste and is suitable for various industries. The Young Inventors Prize recognizes innovators under 30 addressing global challenges. Bantugon's invention benefits pili farmers and promotes a circular economy by utilizing a previously discarded resource.


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