#20 No cows were harmed in the making of this leather ft. Qorium
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#20 No cows were harmed in the making of this leather ft. Qorium
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In this episode of the BioCircular Loop podcast, host Melina Gerdts discusses the advancements in the European circular bioeconomy, focusing on cellular agriculture and lab-grown leather. She interviews Michael Newton, CEO of Qorium, a Dutch startup pioneering lab-grown leather production. They explore the differences between European and American entrepreneurship ecosystems, the innovative processes behind lab-grown leather, and the sustainability and ethical implications of this technology. In this conversation, Michael Newton discusses the challenges and innovations within the leather industry, particularly focusing on sustainability and efficiency. He shares insights on scaling operations at Qorium, the cultural differences between the US and Europe in startup ecosystems, and offers advice for European founders. The discussion also highlights the significant environmental impact of Qorium's leather alternatives compared to traditional methods.
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- Qorium
- Dutch Startup Qorium Bags $25M to bring Lab-Grown Leather to Market
- Entrepreneurship ecosystem theory
- Pitch Perfect Bioeconomy in Brussels