Matereal is developing proprietary technology for the production of fully renewable non-isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs) for use in foams, coatings, and adhesives with footwear, fabrics and outdoor gear chosen as the initial target markets. Matereal uses oil from microalgae or other non-food sources, which give NIPUS with smaller carbon footprints when compared to materia made with isocyanates. 

Rubi turns industrial CO2 emissions into drop-in cellulose pulp for MMC alternatives utilising a cell free, enzyme based direct biochemical process. Through mimicking the process of trees, Rubi’s technology can achieve cradle-to-gate carbon-negativity and produce output for use in existing textile mills. 

Gencrest is a Biotech startup engaged in developing sustainable alternative natural fibre obtained from plants & post-harvest agri biomass. Gencrest R&D have a patented process “Fibrezyme” which is chemically neutral and uses biomolecule / enzymatic solution for converting these extracted raw plant-based fibre into soft spinnable fibre for Apparel & other Textiles.

Algreen is developing alternative materials from biobased sources, that can replace fossil-based products such as PU. Certified algae and other agricultural waste streams serve as a feedstock, which is transformed through a green chemistry process into fully biobased polyols and various building blocks for non-isocyanate PU. This can be further utilised for adhesive, apparel coating, foam and sequins in the existing supply chain and on conventional PU machinery.

Descatuk has developed a process of fibre extraction and yarn creation from grass to produce a fabric similar to Linen. Grown in the highlands of India, the wild grass needs neither water nor pesticides. Descatuk also has a positive impact on livelihoods by providing fair job opportunities for locals​.

Balena has developed BioCir™, the first elastomer that is fully compostable while durable, flexible, soft, and smooth. It combines durability, comfort and 100% composability with a sustainable end-of-life plan.

Ponda connects the regeneration of damaged wetlands to the production of healthier materials for the fashion industry. Their next-generation textile BioPuff ®, is a warm, lightweight and biodegradable insulation material made from one of the best plants for wetland regeneration.

Biophilica transforms garden and park waste into Treekind™ – a leather alternative that is compostable, plastic-free, and recyclable as green waste or into new Treekind™ material.