From sustainable textiles to packaging, construction materials, and meat substitutes, startups worldwide are harnessing the potential of mycelium.

Startups are harnessing the fast-growing “roots" of mushrooms for sustainable alternatives to leather, packaging, building materials, and meat. Mycelium’s versatility makes it a prime candidate to displace many harmful mainstream materials — especially for a more conscious future. However, scaling production and costs still remain key hurdles to overcome.