Myconic
Myconic aims to reduce the use of thermoplastics and other unsustainable materials by developing and producing regenerative alternatives from agri-food waste and mycelium, the root system of fungi.
In the first market they intend to tackle, consumer electronics, plastics can account for up to 65% of the total weight. They are also mixed with brominated flame retardants and other additives that are highly toxic and dangerous to human health and ecosystems. Thanks to the intrinsic qualities of these mycomaterials, Myconic avoids the use of toxic and contaminating additives.
The project is developing two main mycelium-based materials: a new filament for FDM 3D printing, replacing external and structural components; and a spongy material, comparable to foam rubber.
The Circular Bioeconomy is at the heart of Myconic's activities, which is committed to removing and revaluing resources currently considered waste—and consequently also costs—to promote virtuous and circular models of production and consumption.
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