CELEBRATING WINNERS OF CLIMATE INNOVATION AWARDS Congratulations to Studio Coppre for being one of the 10 winners awarded by the SELCO Foundation and receiving the Climate Innovation Award for driving innovation critical to India’s Creative Manufacturing and Handmade Ecosystem. ABOUT SELCO FOUNDATION SELCO Foundation works at the nexus of climate-smart technology and vulnerable communities. By promoting sustainable energy-driven solutions, SELCO’s interventions aim to increase incomes, improve quality of life, and reduce poverty. STUDIO COPPRE: INNOVATING TRADITION AND EMPOWERING ARTISANS Studio Coppre, a women-owned social impact brand, champions a culture-based development model by integrating skilled artisans into the economic mainstream, preserving heritage crafts, and blending traditional techniques with contemporary designs for homewares. Studio Coppre is adopting a maker-first approach to improve its supply chain with ergonomic workspaces, upgraded health and safety standards, and protective gear. Understanding the reluctance of new-gen artisans to continue their craft, the brand aims to foster pride in their legacy, empowering them to become ambassadors and ensure the craft’s future. Studio Coppre's Website: www.studiocoppre.com KULA INNOVATE: DRIVING CRAFT-LED INNOVATION In its first year, Kula Innovate, a first-of-its-kind innovation challenge launched to catalyse and support sector-specific R&D across craft-led value chains, unlocked support valued at ₹1.3 crores ranging from cash prizes to catalytic debt, gap financing to in-kind resources. Many congratulations to the winners of their innovative solutions who were awarded at Kula Conclave 2024. #KulaInnovate #KulaConclave #StudioCoppre #SELCO