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. . . . Biomimicry What Is Biomimicry? Biomimicry Toolbox Biomimicry Solutions Educational Resources Invite a Speaker Blog Videos Our Initiatives Education K-5 Education Youth Design Challenge Museum Partnership Inspiration AskNature Biomimicry Toolbox Innovation Ray of Hope Accelerator Launchpad Systems Change Pilot Projects Industry Reports About the InstituteOur Mission Janine Benyus Staff, Board, and Advisors Careers and Opportunities Contact FAQs Our Impact Annual Report Newsroom Newsletter Support Our Mission Support Biomimicry Select Page Humanity’s Biggest Challenges. Nature’s Proven Solutions. We are the bridge between biology and design, advancing the adoption of nature-inspired strategies to help solve the most pressing problems of our time. What We Do CHOOSE YOUR BIOMIMICRY PATH Whether you are a student, parent, educator, entrepreneur, or a concerned citizen, you have found your place in advancing regenerative solutions. You can begin your journey by following one of the pathways below to connect with nature and bring biomimicry into your life. Explore nature’s strategies and learn how to apply them to problems. Learn from nature Spread nature’s wisdom through professional learning opportunities. FOR EDUCATORS Change culture and business by bringing solutions to market. BIOMIMICRY DESIGN 2024 Ray of Hope Accelerator Application Open We’re not your typical accelerator. We prioritize your growth as an individual, startup founder, and visionary leader, we emphasize relationship-building and foster a vibrant community of innovative startups inspired by nature to drive positive impact. With a proven track record of over 40 thriving companies in our portfolio, we’re ready to support your entrepreneurial journey. Learn MoreApply Today The 2023-2024 Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge is Live! How can middle school and high school students learn to see nature as an ally in solving the problems most important to them? How can formal and informal educators introduce biomimicry curriculum as an engineering strategy? To inspire kids with engaging STEM experiences aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)? Visit the Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge FEATURED BIOMIMICRY RESOURCE The Nature of Fashion What would the fashion industry look like if it functioned as an ecosystem? By realigning ourselves with what occurs in nature, we can design a next-generation textile production model that recognizes its connections to the biosphere. This report explores the material flows that underpin natural systems and shows that the first thing we must learn from nature is how to design for decomposition. 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