Notable companies

Because Auroville operates under a unique legal foundation, traditional private corporations are not headquartered here. Instead, businesses function as commercial trusts or units under the Auroville Foundation. * **Maroma:** One of the largest and oldest units, globally recognized for its natural incense, home fragrances, and body care products. * **Upasana Design Studio:** A pioneering sustainable fashion brand focusing on organic cotton, traditional Indian textiles, and ethical labor practices. * **Auroville Papers:** A unit specializing in the creation of handmade, tree-free paper products using cotton rags and plant fibers. * **Auroville Earth Institute (AVEI):** While functioning as an educational and research unit, it leads global consulting projects in sustainable earth-based architecture.