Why are makers of biomaterials, like cactus and mushroom leather, targeting the genuine leather industry instead of manufacturers of synthetic materials made, in part, with fossil fuels? … [Read more...] about ILM: Biomaterials Should Target Synthetics, Not Leather
Green Upholstery
Why Eco-Friendly Fabrics aren’t so Simple
If you read enough articles about startup textile companies and their big plans for eco-friendly textiles, you might start believing that it's an easy swap: leather for mushrooms. But a recent article from Fast Company explains why it's more complicated than that. … [Read more...] about Why Eco-Friendly Fabrics aren’t so Simple
This Mercedes-Benz Interior is Basically a Salad
Mercedes-Benz just unveiled an all-electric concept car with an interior trimmed in mushrooms, cactus, bamboo and other organic materials. … [Read more...] about This Mercedes-Benz Interior is Basically a Salad
Rolls-Royce Says Vegan Leather isn’t Luxury
Some automakers are discontinuing the use of leather in their interiors, but not Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. In fact, the company's CEO says doing so could compromise luxury. … [Read more...] about Rolls-Royce Says Vegan Leather isn’t Luxury
Add ‘Mushroom Leather’ to the Growing List of Alternative Fabrics
Remember when having fungus growing inside your car was a bad thing? Well, times have changed. … [Read more...] about Add ‘Mushroom Leather’ to the Growing List of Alternative Fabrics
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