Startups
How Natural Fiber Welding will use its second chance
A last-minute investment rescued the Peoria next-gen materials maker from the brink of bankruptcy. It has a specific new focus. Read More
L’Oreal invests in 13 startups to speed materials innovation
The cosmetics and personal care giant seeks to accelerate commercialization of renewable and biodegradable ingredients, sustainable packaging and materials reuse models. Read More
Former Nike insider challenges activewear’s plastic playbook
Tim Gobet's Äktiiv brand pitches plant-based, certified nontoxic leggings. Read More
Climate tech startups and corporations are Mars and Venus. Here’s how to balance progress with process
With entirely different business models for innovation, can they live happily ever after? Read More
The Trellis Climate Tech Startup of 2025
Among five standouts, a carbon nanotube innovation emerged as the audience favorite. Read More
Avalo using AI to future-proof cotton
The agtech startup wants to genetically engineer fibers that brands crave and farmers can profit from. Read More
25 Climate Tech Startups to Watch in 2025
25 Climate Tech Startups to Watch in 2025 These early-stage startups are innovating in five sectors: land use and carbon, energy, transport, industry and nature. Scroll down to watch their pitches and cast your vote. By Jake Mitchell Julia Vann, Trellis Group… Read More
How Mercedes-Benz, Cadillac and BMW are looking past leather
Volvo, GM and BMW are also investing in new materials to cut ties with carbon-intensive leather. Read More
This Google-backed startup makes batteries that last up to 24 hours
Energy Dome has signed contracts for projects in India, Italy and the U.S. Read More
These 5 companies hope to spin old polyester threads into fashion gold
Like many startups in the space, they are forming waste-based supply chains, one partner at a time. Read More
