Next Nature Competitors

The Biomimicry Institute (biomimicry.org) is on a mission to help solve humanity’s biggest challenges through the adoption of biomimicry (nature-inspired innovation) in education, culture, and industry. For eons, nature has solved its problems with well-adapted designs, life-friendly chemistry, and smart material and energy use. We exist to shine a light on nature’s genius, and bridge pressing design challenges with proven biological strategies for a better future. Our initiatives across education, innovation, inspiration, and systems change have empowered thousands with the tools and training necessary to create a healthier world, and to improve their lives in the process. To amplify our impact, we unite a global network of educators, innovators, changemakers, scientists, and others passionate about solving environmental and social challenges through nature-inspired design. Our work will not be complete until biomimicry is at the core of the human experience and the sustainable health of the planet is secure.

DAN*NA’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable technological materials. DAN*NA (Artificial Nature S.L.) is a deep-tech advanced materials company developing the PLH, a patented bio-based polymer platform with industrial-grade performance. The PLH polymer enables advanced bioplastics and bioresins, bridging thermoplastics and reactive resin systems within a single, versatile materials platform. The PLH is designed to be recyclable, supporting circular material flows. The PLH polymer has been validated for biodegradation under industrial composting conditions (ISO 14855) and successfully scaled to multi-ton production, with manufacturing in Germany. Thanks to its high purity, biocompatibility and multifunctional properties, the platform addresses demanding applications across AgriTech, healthcare, cosmetics, food-contact and microelectronics. Focus areas • Advanced bioplastics for AgriTech and microelectronics • Bioresins for coatings, adhesives and functional applications • Biocompatible materials for healthcare and cosmetic uses Parc Científic Barcelona C/Baldiri Reixac, 10 contact@artificialnature.com

Integrated community vertical farming with a hybrid living managed service bringing urban food production closer to consumers with no supply chain at scale in the Net Zero transition