M-Sand
INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2024

Paving the M-Sand Future with Smart Solutions

Registrations Closing - 06th September 2024

Prize Money up to 7 lakhs

Did You Know?

In 2024, a staggering 1.77 million people in India remain homeless.
Imagine the impact of helping each of them find a place to call home​!

Understanding M-Sand

Crushed from granite, m-sand is your
eco-friendly alternate for stronger,
greener construction.

From Rock to Reality

Preparing M-Sand for Our Homes

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Quarrying

Extraction of hard granite stones from quarries.

Stake Holders Involved

  • Geologists
  • Mining Engineers
  • Quarry Operators
  • Quarry Owners
  • Government of India
    (Dept of geology & mines)
  • M-Sand manufacturers

    • Manufacturing

    Crushing, Screening and Washing.

    Stake Holders Involved

    • Manufacturers
    • Production Engineers
    • Quality Control Specialists
    • Equipment Manufacturers
    • PWD department

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    Transportation

    M-Sand is stored and transported to construction sites.

    Stake Holders Involved

  • Logistics Companies
  • Transport Coordinators
  • Distributors
  • Truck Owners
  • Stock Yard Owners
  • Transport System Owners

    • Integration

    Coordinating production and application for seamless workflows.

    Stake Holders Involved

  • Project Managers
  • Site Inspectors
  • Supply Chain Managers

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    Construction

    Utilized to build homes and infrastructure, turning raw materials into houses.

    Stake Holders Involved

    • Construction Companies
    • Architects
    • Civil Engineers

    Cost Breakdown

    Cost 5%
    Cost 25%
    Cost 10%
    Cost 15%
    Cost 45%

    Our Goal

    Lowering housing costs and paving the path to affordable homes.

    At Habitat, we're passionate about making housing affordable for everyone. Through the Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter, We work with industries and ecosystem partners to lower housing costs and improve access to quality materials. This event is a part of our mission to collaborate with local businesses and innovate with new solutions, ensuring that every family has an enhanced quality product (M-sand).

    M-Sand
    Innovation Challenge 2024

    About the Award Show

    Making Affordable Housing a Reality.

    Imagine a world where everyone has access to affordable, quality housing. Habitat for Humanity’s Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter is making this dream a reality by supporting local businesses and expanding innovative services, products and financing. We believe that local markets are key to help low-income families improve their homes. 

    Together, let’s make these markets work better for people in need of decent, affordable housing.

    How do we plan to accomplish our goal?

    To achieve our goal of making affordable housing a reality, Habitat will focus on exploring and testing cutting-edge technologies throughout the M-Sand value chain - from mining and manufacturing to distribution and usage. By integrating advanced solutions and innovative practices, we aim to enhance every step of the process, making high-quality M-Sand more accessible and cost-effective for the construction industry.

    Know the Award Show M-Sand Innovation Challenge 2024.

    Register for the Event

    Secure your spot and Be a part of the innovation.

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    Present Your Ideas

    Have your ideas evaluated by an esteemed jury of industry experts.

    Expert Evaluation

    Share your innovative solutions to improve M-Sand’s efficiency and lifecycle.

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    Compete for Prizes

    Compete for cash prizes and gain industry recognition.

    Regulatory Submission

    Winning ideas will be submitted to regulatory bodies for consideration.

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    Who is this Event For?

    Calling All Visionaries!

    This event is designed for visionaries and innovators, including:

    • Architects, builders and engineer(IT, Mechanical Engineers, Environmental Engineers, and Sustainability Experts).
    • Developers, contractors and project managers.
    • Researchers, students and startups.
    • All innovators and visionaries involved at every stage in the housing process
    Are you ready to make a difference?

    This is your chance to showcase your groundbreaking ideas and shape the future of construction. 

    Presenting the Distinguished Jury Panel

    A distinguished panel of industry experts will evaluate the innovative ideas and solutions presented at the event. 

    Presenting Our Trusted Sponsors & Partners

    Your Ideas Can Make a Difference in Making
    Affordable Housing a Reality!

    Technology Adoption for M-Sand Value Chain.   

    Date of the event: October 4th, 2024

    Venue: Madras Management Association →

    Free Registration
    • Present your innovative ideas to reduce housing costs, have them evaluated by our expert jury and compete for cash prizes and industry recognition. 
    • Winning ideas will be submitted to regulatory bodies for consideration, paving the way to make affordable housing a reality for countless families.