Mushroom leather hits the catwalk
In France, Stella McCartney has featured a bag made out of mushroom leather at the recent Paris Fashion Week.
The material, trade named Mylo, was...
Norway mushroom materials startup attracts seed investment
In Norway, startup NoMy has raised funds to develop and commercialize fungi-based materials for markets including food, materials, alternative protein and bioplastics.
Founded in 2020...
Scaling up: French designer turns fish waste into building material
In France, materials expert Erik de Laurens is turning smelly fish waste into beautiful tiles that resemble marble. Dubbed Scalite, the material is a...
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...