Exclusive: Modern Synthesis is making compostable materials that last a lifetime | TechCrunchJen Keane's startup Modern Synthesis innovatively leverages bacteria to create biodegradable materials, evolving from her previous sneaker experiment.Modern Synthesis aims to produce scalable, sustainable textiles from nanocellulose fibers.
Hemp May Be The World's Greenest Building MaterialsHemp, once vital for various industries, is re-emerging as a sustainable material for construction and environmental benefits.
anomalia's mycomuseum exhibits mycelium as compostable blocks & recyclable leather chairThe MycoMuseum is a pioneering exhibit showcasing the future of furniture design using mycelium and sustainable materials.
Algae-based material and traditional Korean braiding turn into striking lights, vases - Yanko DesignInnovative products like rope lights and Ikebana vases showcase the potential of using sustainable and biodegradable materials like algae for design.
Hemp May Be The World's Greenest Building MaterialsHemp, once vital for various industries, is re-emerging as a sustainable material for construction and environmental benefits.
anomalia's mycomuseum exhibits mycelium as compostable blocks & recyclable leather chairThe MycoMuseum is a pioneering exhibit showcasing the future of furniture design using mycelium and sustainable materials.
Algae-based material and traditional Korean braiding turn into striking lights, vases - Yanko DesignInnovative products like rope lights and Ikebana vases showcase the potential of using sustainable and biodegradable materials like algae for design.
Microplastics crisis solved? Scientists create plastic that vanishes in seawaterScientists have developed a strong, seawater-dissolving plastic that could help reduce ocean microplastic pollution.
France-based Lactips raises 16M to produce biodegradable plastic alternativesLactips raised €16M to expand production of biodegradable, water-soluble polymers made from natural materials, promoting a shift away from traditional plastics.
Microplastics crisis solved? Scientists create plastic that vanishes in seawaterScientists have developed a strong, seawater-dissolving plastic that could help reduce ocean microplastic pollution.
France-based Lactips raises 16M to produce biodegradable plastic alternativesLactips raised €16M to expand production of biodegradable, water-soluble polymers made from natural materials, promoting a shift away from traditional plastics.
temporary 3D printed structures transform into a forest after use at expo 2025 osakaTakenaka presents temporary structures at Expo 2025 Osaka that transform into a forest, emphasizing sustainability and connection to nature.
This chic furniture is almost entirely biodegradableMater's new Alden collection is almost fully biodegradable, made from a combination of recycled steel, biodegradable plastics from sugar cane, and either coffee waste or wood fibers.