Mycelium

The mycelium used for our packaging was also chosen to reduce our environmental impact. It plays an important role in our strategy, as it minimizes our environmental footprint.
Mycelium is not only a natural but also a highly sustainable alternative to traditional plastic packaging. It is produced by cultivating mushrooms in special conditions, where they are provided with the right nutrient medium, humidity and temperature. The fungi that form the mycelium grow in a suitable substrate base, such as straw, wood shavings or agricultural waste. It is highly durable and can be molded into any desired shape.
The result is biodegradable packaging that completely decomposes in nature after use, helping to reduce waste and improve the environment.
In addition, this material is actively used in environmental initiatives to cleanse soil and water of contaminants.
Mushroom mycelium has the ability to decompose toxic substances in the soil, such as petroleum products, chemical pollutants, heavy metals, etc. It can also destroy organic matter, toxic chemicals, and bacteria, making it an effective water treatment.
This process can be used to treat wastewater from domestic and industrial contaminants, as well as to clean water sources from chemicals released by industrial activities or environmental pollution.
Some studies conducted by a group of scientists at the University of North Carolina led by Professor Andreas Kapper have shown that the mycelium can degrade plastic materials, including polyurethane, by destroying chemical bonds in the plastic structure.
This opens up the possibility of using mushrooms to combat plastic pollution.