The Ripple dove into biomaterials and construction, bringing together founders and investors to crack the code on sustainable building. They explored how bio-based materials could transform the industry, but didn't sugarcoat the challenges.

Key conclusions:

• Biomaterials must have a rock-solid business case.

• Partnerships with big industry players are crucial.

• Certification builds trust in a super conservative sector.

Decarbonizing construction needs multiple approaches - not just one magic solution. The group agreed that startups need to be super smart about pricing, chemistry, and innovation. They recognized that while bio-materials are promising, scaling up isn't easy. The construction world wants change, but it wants proof first.

The overarching message? Innovation needs to meet practicality head-on.