Transforming agricultural waste into eco-friendly packaging
They have developed a sustainable mushroom based material as an alternative to polystyrene styrofoam and cardboard packaging. The material is customizable to any shape, size and surface finish. It is stronger than concrete pound for pound and is a better thermal insulator than fiberglass. It is fire resistant, water proof, 100% compostable, odorless, mold resistant and non-toxic.
TECHNOLOGY / INNOVATION
Utilizes mycelium to grow sustainable, biodegradable packaging from agricultural waste. Their innovative technology creates a circular solution that naturally decomposes, replacing harmful plastics and offering an eco-friendly alternative for industries looking to reduce environmental impact.
CURRENT STATUS
Investing $5 million in a pilot plant and plans to deliver mycelium-based packaging samples in 2025, supporting the growing $5.1 billion mushroom materials marke
ORIGINS
The founders were inspired by the natural properties of mycelium, the root structure of fungi, which can be used to create biodegradable materials that are both strong and sustainable. Their vision was to create a compostable, eco-friendly alternative to harmful materials like polystyrene.
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