We are working on a lot of amazing things over the coming months and years. We look forward to updating you on all the exciting innovations coming your way.
Jesse Henry is the CEO of ALT LABS, author, speaker, and lover of all things sustainable.
Creating circularity in the feather waste supply chain is like discovering a hidden treasure in the poultry industry. Did you know that feathers are mostly made of keratin, a valuable protein? That’s right! Instead of dumping or burning these feathers, which harms the environment and wastes money, we can turn them into something quite amazing. […]
Creating circularity in fish guts, bones, and scales supply chain can truly make waves in how we handle seafood waste. The global seafood industry generates tons of waste, including fish guts, bones, and scales, during processing. Traditionally, this waste ends up polluting our environment. But what if we could turn this waste into a treasure […]
Creating circularity in the shellfish shells supply chain is an exciting opportunity that’s making waves in the world of sustainability. Did you know that the booming global shellfish industry, which includes shrimp, crab, and lobster, produces a staggering amount of waste? Most of this waste is rich in chitin, a treasure trove waiting to be […]
Grape pomace might seem like just leftovers from wine production, but it’s actually a treasure trove of opportunities waiting to be tapped! Every year, the global wine industry produces massive volumes of grape pomace—the skins, seeds, and stems left over after winemaking. Most of it ends up in landfills, contributing to environmental pollution. But here’s […]
The brewing and distilling industries produce lots of spent grains, which often become waste instead of valuable resources. These unused grains present a big problem because they add to environmental waste and take away chances for new jobs and economic growth. But there’s a bright side! We have a chance to change this by building […]
Creating circularity in the spent yeast supply chain is a game-changer in the world of beer and bread production. Did you know that much of the fermentation waste, known as spent yeast, is often just thrown away? This means we’re wasting valuable resources and putting a heavy load on our environment. But imagine a world […]
Creating circularity in sawdust and wood chips is not just a dream—it’s a transformational opportunity! The timber industry’s waste might seem like a problem, but it’s actually a hidden goldmine. Every day, timber processing leaves us with heaps of sawdust and wood chips. These fine particles and scraps often end up in landfills, piling pressure […]
Bark and lignin residues from forestry and wood processing hold untapped potential. These underutilized resources are rich in lignocellulose, a key component that can transform industries. Imagine converting what we usually consider waste into valuable products. That’s the magic of a circular supply chain! Instead of letting bark and lignin contribute to landfill or incineration, […]
Palm fronds, fruit husks, and empty fruit bunches (EFBs) might look like waste, but imagine if these could be transformed into valuable resources instead! On palm oil plantations, these “residues” often end up burned or tossed away, which isn’t great for the planet and misses a big chance for growth. What if we could turn […]
Creating circularity in spent mushroom substrate supply chains might sound like a mouthful, but it’s a game-changer in making the world a bit greener. Imagine the used growth medium from mushroom cultivation turning into something valuable instead of just sitting in landfills. That’s what we’re diving into today! Spent Mushroom Substrate (SMS) isn’t just waste; […]
Imagine if the leftover bits from making ethanol and biofuel could magically turn into something super valuable. That’s exactly what’s possible with Distillers Grains (DGs)! These high-protein residues are more than just leftovers; they hold the key to a regenerative circular bioeconomy. With rich amounts of protein, fiber, and nutrients, DGs are ready to take […]
Creating circularity in lignin and unconverted biomass is becoming an exciting frontier in our global quest for sustainability. Imagine if what we often see as waste—those leftover complex organic polymers from biofuel refining—could actually pave the way towards a better, greener future. These residues, known as lignin and unconverted biomass, hold incredible potential to enrich […]