MORE SCALABLE MATERIAL INNOVATIONS
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MORE SCALABLE MATERIAL INNOVATIONS
Sustainable materials are an exciting area of innovation in manufacturing , with scalability being a key challenge . By 2026 , we expect advancements in practical , scalable applications of materials like mycelium in factories , moving beyond showcase products . Awards like the Manufacturing Futures Innovation Awards will further promote scalable material innovations .
MycoWorks exemplifies this progress , partnering with luxury brands like Hermès for leather alternatives and expanding into the automotive sector with General Motors to develop Fine Mycelium materials , indicating strong interest in sustainable solutions across industries . manufacturingdigital . com 45