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
Vegan Leather
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
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
Volvo is Now Making Leather-Free Handbags
Volvo is doubling down on the whole vegan leather craze. … [Read more...] about Volvo is Now Making Leather-Free Handbags
BMW is Set to Trim Cars in Cactus Leather
Remember Adriano Di Marti, that Mexican company that created a line of vegan leather made entirely from cactus? They just inked a deal with BMW. … [Read more...] about BMW is Set to Trim Cars in Cactus Leather
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