Learning from Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast with Lily Urmann
We share Earth with millions of other species, many of whom have been around much longer than us. Biomimicry is the promising practice of learning from nature’s forms, processes, and systems to create life-friendly designs that benefit both people and the planet. Lily Urmann – a biomimic, educator, and nature communicator – will explore this exciting field and showcase how biomimicry is applied and practiced around the world; from architecture and engineering to material science, manufacturing, business, design and everything in-between. Join Lily as she dives into the brilliant and beautiful world of how nature works and interviews biomimics across cutting-edge disciplines. Together, let’s discover what we can learn from nature!
Podcasting since 2022 • 26 episodes
Learning from Nature: The Biomimicry Podcast with Lily Urmann
Latest Episodes
Behind the Scenes Biomimicry: Inside the Launchpad Program
The Biomimicry Institute's Launchpad program supports scientists and designers who are addressing some of our biggest challenges with nature-inspired ideas. Every year, a cohort of innovators from around the world comes together to learn from e...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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Behind the Scenes Biomimicry: Mycocycle is Transforming Waste with Fungi
Humans view waste as a burden, but nature utilizes waste as a valuable resource in a cycle of continual renewal. The US Environmental Protection Agency estimates 600 million tons of construction and demolition debris is generated every year -- ...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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Behind the Scenes Biomimicry: ECOncrete is Creating Sustainable Marine Ecosystems
Our coastlines are crucial buffer zones for climate chaos. Yet the current building strategies for concrete coastal marine construction can lead to low biodiversity, which impacts ecosystem health and water quality. ECOncrete's technology invol...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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49:33
Behind the Scenes Biomimicry: GreenPod Labs is Reducing Food Waste
Globally, more than 1.6 billion tonnes of food is wasted every year -- and in India, 40% of produce goes to waste before it even reaches grocery store shelves. By learning from plant protection mechanisms, Deepak Rajmohan of GreenPod Labs has d...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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34:57
Behind the Scenes Biomimicry: Amphico is Revolutionizing the Textile Market
The ideal adventure apparel is both waterproof and breathable. Yet the tragic irony for outdoor enthusiasts is how toxic and wasteful the current clothing and gear options there are on the market. That's where Amphico comes in: a UK-based biomi...
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