Surendranath C., Uravu interview: Rio Conventions Pavilion, CBD COP11, 10/10/2012 – Surendraneth C. from the Uravu Indigenous Science and Technology Study Centre explains the benefits of bamboo, or as he calls it, Green Gold.

He says that while cheaper alternatives are available, the growing demand for ethical products and its versatility makes it a popular alternative for a number of items from stationary to cookware.