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Northumbria University's 'Banana Split: Unpeeling a New Energy Source' project has been awarded at the Green Gown Awards for its innovative use of banana farming waste in Pakistan to create biodegradable textiles and renewable energy. Led by Dr.

Jibran Khaliq, the initiative addresses plastic pollution and energy access, converting banana fibers into textiles and producing syngas and biofertilizer from the remaining waste. The project highlights the university's commitment to sustainability and international collaboration with various partners.