Born in the Philippines, built for the planet
Manatera was born in the Philippines with a global ambition: to create planet-forward solutions that begin with nature and scale responsibly across industries. We build and grow ventures at the intersection of circular economy, materials innovation, and nature-based solutions – unlocking the Philippines’ vast ecological and human potential through ethical supply chains, empowered communities, and climate solutions that work in the real world.
One of these ventures is Kalikha Carbon – a proudly Filipino brand dedicated to producing high-performance activated carbon while honoring the land, people, and ecosystems it comes from. “Kalikha,” meaning ‘to create, reflects our belief that industry can be regenerative by design. Every product we make carries care: for our clients, our partners, and the planet we share.
Good Soil. Good Climate.
Coconut shells are one of the most effective and sustainable raw materials for activated carbon – and the Philippines is one of the world’s largest producers of coconuts.
Traditionally treated as agricultural waste, coconut shells offer exceptional properties when converted into activated carbon:
- Naturally high carbon content
- Superior hardness and durability
- Excellent microporous structure for adsorption
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