Climate Tech Cocktails

“My hope is that bio-fabricated materials are not just going to be the province of luxury handbags years from now, but they’ll also be materials for our every day.  They’ll be in our footwear, our apparel, and our furniture.” -Andras Forgacs, Co-founder and Director, Modern Meadow.Andras Forgacs is the Co-founder of Modern Meadow, a company working to transform the world of materials by unlocking the power of nature for a healthier planet.  Modern Meadow’s (@ModernMeadow) BioAlloy biomaterials are inspired by leather and made from plant-derived protein but not from animals. Andras is also Co-founder and Chair of Fork & Goode, which is innovating in cellular agriculture to produce delicious, nutritious and sustainable pork without animals. Previously, Andras had Co-founded Organovo which pioneered the use of 3D bio-printing to create human tissue for a range of biomedical applications.Enjoy the show!Climate Tech Cocktails (CTC) is a bootstrapped project.  Interested in sponsoring?  Please reach out to m@climatetechcocktails.com For show notes and past guests, please visit the CTC Substack. Follow CTC:TwitterInstagramFacebook

Bob Mumgaard, Co-founder and CEO of Commonwealth Fusion Systems, discusses his background in plasma physics, the challenges of establishing a fusion energy company, and the urgent need for a 10x shift in energy to achieve zero carbon emissions. The podcast also explores the history and advancements in fusion technology, influential founders and startups, unappreciated advancements in science and technology, and the importance of philanthropy and adaptation in a rapidly changing world.