As global awareness grows around the dangers of plastic to wildlife and human health, particularly in marine environments, mycelium provides a solution. Mycelium’s natural durability and biodegradability make it a sustainable alternative to plastic foam, commonly used throughout the seafood supply chain. In her newest article, Claire Turrell reveals the real harms of plastic pollution and highlights companies fighting this issue – including Grown bio.
“In the Netherlands, mycelium packaging company GROWN bio has been approached by fishing-sector companies looking for sustainable options for transporting fish. A Norwegian company has already trialled its mycelium coolers to transport salmon, and GROWN bio is now in talks with a big company in Hamburg, Germany, that ships fish to Asia.”
Why is mycelium a great packaging solution for the seafood industry?
- Insulating: Shipments can be protected from climatic influences, such as extreme heat and cold.
- Water-resistant: Mycelium Packaging offers resistance for at least 72 hours.
- Non-toxic: Unlike plastics, mycelium is plastic-free and contains zero toxic chemicals.
- Compostable: Mycelium Packaging is 100% home & marine compostable.
- Protective: Offers sturdy protection from impact during transportation.
- Light: Weighs 115g/L — based on hemp as the main component.
Switching to Mycelium Packaging could be the next big step for companies looking to reduce their environmental impact. At Grown bio, we’re committed to helping you find mycelium-based packaging that works for you.
Thanks to MONGABAY for the article. You can read more here.
