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 (Artificial Nature S.L.) is a Barcelona-based DeepTech company developing patented bio-based polymers for sustainable, high-performance materials. Our breakthrough innovation, PLH, is a new bio-based, flexible and biocompatible copolyester platform with a unique dual functionality: thermoplastic and thermosetting applications. Our Technology: - Thermoplastic: Flexible, high-performance polymer, impact modifier and compatibilizer, with biodegradation potential in soil and water and industrial compostability for certified grades. - Thermoset: Reactive building block for advanced UV and epoxy resins, offering exceptional flexibility, dielectric properties, ultra-low curing shrinkage (below 1% in a demonstrated formulation) and reduced reliance on hazardous chemicals. Key Applications: * UV-curable and epoxy resins * Coatings, adhesives and sealants * Electronics and microelectronics * Advanced thermoplastics and flexible films * Biomedical and functional materials Our Vision: To establish PLH as a next-generation bio-based polymer platform combining superior performance, chemical versatility, industrial scalability and sustainability. Based in Barcelona, SpainParc Científic de Barcelona (PCB) www.artificialnature.com contact@artificialnature.com #AdvancedMaterials #BioBasedPolymers #PolymerChemistry #UVResins #EpoxyResins #Coatings #Adhesives #FlexibleElectronics #GreenChemistry #SustainableMaterials

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