Episode Description:

Jackie Amable, CEO and co-founder of Matereal, shares her groundbreaking journey in revolutionizing the materials industry through sustainable innovation. She takes us right into the heart of environmental justice and technological advancements by laying out the story behind her venture into developing eco-friendly alternatives to harmful plastics. From her collaborative efforts to the profound impact on global supply chains, Jackie’s experiences and knowledge not only show how important and urgent it is to address plastic pollution but also displays the potential of biotech innovations to foster a more sustainable future. Join us as we explore the transformative power of pairing science with sustainability, and discover how Jackie Amable and her team at Matereal are paving the way for a cleaner, greener planet.

Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?

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Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Exploring DAOs and Innovation
• 00:04:38 - Insights from 'Braiding Sweet Grass'
• 00:06:37 - Blockchain's Transformative Role
• 00:08:53 - Introduction to Jackie Amable
• 00:10:57 - Matereal's Eco-Friendly Mission
• 00:15:30 - The Science Behind Eco-Friendly Alternatives
• 00:20:53 - Leveraging AI in Green Chemistry
• 00:28:14 - Journey from R&D to Market
• 00:29:05 - Thermoplastics: A Sustainable Shift
• 00:30:30 - Strengthening Partnerships for Sustainability
• 00:32:28 - Envisioning the Future of Green Materials
• 00:33:51 - Empowering Eco-Innovations with Data
• 00:34:40 - Solutions for a Greener Planet
• 00:37:05 - Advancing Sustainable Manufacturing
• 00:42:34 - Breaking New Ground in Toxicity Data
• 00:44:46 - Guidance for Aspiring Eco-Entrepreneurs
• 00:48:01 - The Path Forward in Sustainable Innovation

Episode Links:

• Jackie on LinkedIn
• Jackie on Twitter / X
• Matereal Co. (link)
• US biotech funding surge (link)
• Wyoming DAO news (link)
• Braiding Sweet Grass book (link)
• Read Write Own book (link)
• BRB with Nathan Paumier (link)
• BioBrew (link)
• To Dye For book (link)

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Topics Covered: biomaterials, sustainability, biodegradablility, compostibility

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