The Biomimicry Group in Missoula, MT is a leading organization that bridges the gap between biology and design, working towards solving the most pressing challenges of our time by adopting nature-inspired strategies. They offer various pathways for students, educators, entrepreneurs, and concerned citizens to connect with nature and bring biomimicry into their lives, including exploring nature's strategies, spreading nature's wisdom through professional learning opportunities, and bringing solutions to market to change culture and business. With their new CEO, Amanda Sturgeon, who has a proven track record in regenerative and biophilic design, the Biomimicry Institute is dedicated to advancing the adoption of biomimicry and the connection between people and nature.
The Biomimicry Group also recognizes and supports innovative startups like Sparxell, a UK-based company that creates vibrant, metal-like pigments from plant-based cellulose, demonstrating how nature can color our world without harmful environmental and societal effects. They are actively involved in the Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge, inspiring middle school and high school students to see nature as an ally in solving important problems and introducing biomimicry curriculum as an engineering strategy. Additionally, the Biomimicry Institute focuses on transforming the fashion industry by exploring how nature decomposes to tackle the massive waste problem and designing a next-generation textile production model that aligns with natural systems and promotes bio-compatible fibers.
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