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Is This the Beginning of the End for Leather?

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Innovating with Mycelium: Mushroom Leather as a Sustainable Leather Alternative

The chapter explores the development of mycelium-based materials as a sustainable alternative to traditional leather, focusing on startups creating leather-like products without harming animals or the environment. It discusses the challenges in translating lab-grown materials into consumer-accepted products, highlighting the recent emergence of mycelium-based items in the market from brands like Balenciaga and Lululemon.

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