Biowerkz, a spin-off from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is dedicated to advancing sustainable material solutions for the construction and furniture industries. By focusing on innovative, eco-friendly technologies, Biowerkz aims to address some of the most pressing environmental challenges—deforestation, plastic pollution, and waste generation.
Biowerkz pioneers a circular design approach through the development of NEWood, a mycelium-based biocomposite made from organic waste streams. This process minimizes the reliance on freshly cut wood and synthetic materials, offering a sustainable alternative that reduces CO2 emissions and promotes resource efficiency.
At the core of Biowerkz's mission is a commitment to sustainability. Our research and development efforts are aligned with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including Sustainable Cities and Communities (Goal 11), responsible consumption and production (Goal 12), climate action (Goal 13), and protecting life on land (Goal 15). The solutions developed by Biowerkz seek to alleviate the environmental impacts of traditional wood-based panels and synthetic insulation, which contribute to deforestation and plastic pollution. By offering renewable, bio-based materials, Biowerkz helps industries transition to more sustainable and circular solutions.