S.Lab
Biodegradable Packaging made from Mycelium and Agricultural Waste
By harvesting the strength of agricultural waste and the binding power of mycelium, S.Lab creates a strong and reliable alternative to foamed plastic packaging.
Industry
Materials
Location
Ukraine, Spain
Year
2021
Website
Opportunity
25 bn+ market growing at 6% CAGR, with a compounding plastic waste problem.
Polystyrene, a prevalent plastic material, has been extensively used in the packaging industry for decades, offering convenience but at a significant environmental cost. Its repercussions on our planet are both profound and alarming: 12.5 million metric tons of CO2 emissions are generated in the production of polystyrene every year and 15 million metric tons of polystyrene are produced every year, with less than 1% recycled.
Challenge
Manufacturing cost and scale
The challenge at the core of S.Lab's development is to achieve the economies of scale needed to become a superior alternative to currently used polystyrene.
Solution
Rapid Biodegradability: In 30 days, our packaging dissolves into the earth, in stark contrast to the 500-year decay time of traditional polystyrene.
Unparalleled Strength: Boasting 3 TIMES the strength of polystyrene, our packaging guarantees resilience without harming the environment.
Customization Perfected: Fully tailored packaging can meet the needs of any business.
Fire Safety Elevated: Our packaging surpasses polystyrene by 2 fire retardant classes, ensuring safety and sustainability.
