Ecovative Design

Eben Bayer and Gavin McIntyre, inspired by the bonding power of mycelium on wood chips, developed a process to use mycelium as a resin. In their class at Rensselaer’s Inventor’s Studio, they applied this method to create Greensulate, an eco-friendly alternative to polystyrene foams. Their company, Ecovative, initially funded by grants from ASME and NCIIA, created proof-of-concept samples, later securing support from NYSERDA and the EPA. Ecovative’s mission is to replace plastics with natural composites, creating sustainable, high-performance materials that reduce environmental impact.

AirMycelium
A technology platform that grows pure mycelium products at industrial scales for various applications including food leather and foam.

MyForest Foods
A company producing plant-based meat alternatives using mycelium offering products like MyBacon which mimic the taste and texture of traditional meats.

Forager Hides
Vegan leather alternatives made from mycelium designed for the fashion industry offering durability and scalability.

MycoComposite
A substrate blend made with hemp hurd and mycelium used to create eco-friendly composites for packaging and construction materials.

Spawn and Substrate
Products for mushroom cultivation including grain spawn and pre-inoculated substrates designed to optimize growth and yield.

Mycelium Foundry
A facility for researching developing and commercializing mycelium-based materials offering services from prototyping to large-scale production.