Norwegian startup joins mushroom mania
In Oslo, startup NoMy has closed a seed funding to help advance its mycelium technology for end markets such as plant-based meat alternatives and...
Mycelium grill brings the “fun-guy” to the BBQ
In Switzerland, design student Stephanie Singer has created a biodegradable grill made from mycelium and other renewable materials. Dubbed MYC, the structural elements are fireproof...
“Living” coffins prove popular in Netherlands
In the Netherlands, living coffins made of mycelium and moss have been so popular that the manufacturer has had to expand production. According to Living...
Singapore insect farming startup generates buzz
In Singapore, startup Insectta is using black soldier fly larva to turn food waste into usable materials, including high-value ingredients used in markets like...
Coffee cookie cups are now available for sustainability-minded soccer fans
In the United Kingdom, fans at Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium can cut down on waste while simultaneously addressing their caffeine and sugar cravings.
The stadium,...
The North Face taps Spinnova for wood-based textiles
In Finland, renewable textile firm Spinnova has partnered with The North Face to improve the sustainability profile of outdoor apparel. Spinnova’s fiber is made...
From pruning to plate: Indian startup uses apple orchard waste to make single-use tableware
In Himachal, India, a startup is using apple orchard waste to manufacturing biodegradable, single-use tableware such as plates, forks, and knives.
Specifically, Himjoy Enterprises is...
Latest end-of-life option: Become a big bath bomb
In Texas, a mortician/TikTok star has gone viral with a new offering for the deceased: the option to become a big “bath bomb” for...
British designer grows mushroom lamps
In the United Kingdom, designer Sebastian Cox has created pendant lamps made by growing fomes fomentariu mushrooms in funnels.
Dubbed Mycelium + Timber, the lamps...
Spun-flax pavilion strong enough to comply with German building codes
In Germany, a multidisciplinary team from the Universities of Freiburg and Stuttgart has created a load-bearing structure using robotically wound flax fiber.
The pavilion, dubbed...