About
Fortuna Cools is a sustainable brand that was born in a fishing village in the Philippines. Drawing inspiration from the contagious optimism and resourcefulness of its community, Fortuna Cools aims to make a positive impact on lives and inspire change. Their journey began with a graduate school project focused on improving local fish packaging, which eventually led to the creation of biodegradable packaging under the Fortuna Cools brand. Today, Fortuna Cools offers three lines of products. Their Nutshell Coolers are designed for outdoor enthusiasts, allowing everyone to join the journey of social impact and material innovation. They also provide collapsible tuna coolers for the Southeast Asian market, specifically designed for small-scale tuna fishermen who lack at-sea cold storage. Additionally, Fortuna Cools offers Fortuna Coolers as a sustainable alternative to standard Styrofoam coolers. At the core of Fortuna Cools are their values. They believe in human-centered design, involving people from all walks of life to create products that are loved by users. They also emphasize learning from nature and upcycling naturally-available resources responsibly. With a focus on innovation for impact, Fortuna Cools aims to create sustainable products and business models that benefit both human and natural communities. As they continue their journey, they are inspired by the generosity and resilience of the Filipinos they work with, channeling their strength and positivity into everything they do.