Here are the 10 most essential lessons from the natural world that will help to bring nature's genius into your design process. We call them “nature’s unifying patterns” because examples of the patterns can be found broadly across the majority of life on Earth. Our intent is not to present this as a definitive and exhaustive list. Rather, it is a work in progress that we hope will be informed and enhanced by the growing community of biomimics who are practicing applying nature’s lessons to their designs. The intent behind applying nature’s unifying patterns to biomimetic design is to create more sustainable solutions. Bio-inspired design can spur novel ways of thinking and breakthrough ideas, but only by considering nature’s lessons in a systems context can we ensure that our designs will fit in well with life on earth. This is a key step in the practice of biomimicry, and one that distinguishes it from the broader category of bio-inspired design. Once you begin to understand these patterns, you should start applying them at the very beginning of your design process, in the scoping phase, and continue pondering and using them throughout all your design phases. If you're familiar with these patterns, let us know how you've used them! How have they influenced your work? For more, visit https://lnkd.in/grbtgHF2 #biomimicry #design #natureinspired #innovation
The Biomimicry Institute
Design Dienstleistungen
Missoula, Montana 30,054 followers
Empowering people to create nature-inspired solutions for a healthy planet.
Über uns
The Biomimicry Institute (biomimicry.org) is on a mission to help solve humanity’s biggest challenges through the adoption of biomimicry (nature-inspired innovation) in education, culture, and industry. For eons, nature has solved its problems with well-adapted designs, life-friendly chemistry, and smart material and energy use. We exist to shine a light on nature’s genius, and bridge pressing design challenges with proven biological strategies for a better future. Our initiatives across education, innovation, inspiration, and systems change have empowered thousands with the tools and training necessary to create a healthier world, and to improve their lives in the process. To amplify our impact, we unite a global network of educators, innovators, changemakers, scientists, and others passionate about solving environmental and social challenges through nature-inspired design. Our work will not be complete until biomimicry is at the core of the human experience and the sustainable health of the planet is secure.
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http://www.Biomimicry.org
External link for The Biomimicry Institute
- Industrie
- Design Dienstleistungen
- Größe des Unternehmens
- 11-50 Mitarbeiter
- Hauptsitz
- Missoula, Montana
- Typ
- Nonprofit
- Gegründet
- 2005
- Spezialitäten
- Biomimicry Global Network, Science Communication, Startup Acceleration, Entrepreneurship , Design, Regenerative Design, Sustainability, Innovation, Biomimicry, Education, Youth Education, STEMed, nature inspiration, circular economy, AskNature, Biology, and Engineering
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Primäre
PO Box 9216
Missoula, Montana 59807, US
Employees at The Biomimicry Institute
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Janine Benyus
Inspired by Nature
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Alessandra Araujo
Founder bio-inspirations , Biomimicry Consulting | ESG integral | Creative Designer | Innovation Designer | Sustainability Strategist | Facilitator
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Angela Nahikian
Circular Economy Advisor, Proven Global Sustainability Leader, Board Chair
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Karen Cowe
CEO at Ten Strands
Aktualisierungen
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Our CEO, Amanda Sturgeon, FAIA Sturgeon, will be speaking at the Fusion Fashion Tech Summit - an official Climate Week NYC event occurring during the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79), hosted by the Fusion Fashion Tech Society. Join the event on September 23rd at 10AM ET at the Fashion Institute of Technology, Katie Murphy Amphitheater. She’ll be sharing insights and lessons learned from the Biomimicry Institute’s two-year pilot study, Design for Transformation, showcasing how biomimicry can reveal a world where textile waste is metabolized into next-generation materials, accelerating the transition to a more ethical, transparent, circular, and resilient fashion industry. It's a must-attend event for anyone interested in building a more sustainable future for fashion, especially during this pivotal time at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79). Let us know if you'll be there! Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gkHR_NVT #FusionChangesClothes #FusionFashionTechSummit #FusionFashionTechSociety #ClimateWeekNYC #FFTS #UnitedNations79thGeneralAssembly #CircularFashion #SustainableFashion #CreatorEconomy #Blockchain #AI #SupplyChainManagement #UNGA #CircularEconomy #CloseTheLoop
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The Biomimicry Institute is heading to Climate Week NYC! We’re thrilled to be part of the inspiring conversations taking place across the city. Join us at our events where we’ll explore nature-inspired solutions and dive into discussions that shape a #NaturePositive future. Discover our full event lineup and more details here: https://lnkd.in/gNGajcWB Want to connect one-on-one? Reach out to schedule a meeting with someone on our team: Amanda Sturgeon, FAIA, Megan Dwyer, Jared Yarnall-Schane, Andrew Howley, Miranda Berger, Sarah McInerney, Maëlys Renaud, Dave Hutchins, + Yekaterina Sitnikova And while you're here, take a moment to reconnect with nature—whether it’s in a park, among plants, or from a rooftop where you can see the full sweep of the sky and the land beneath it. Remember, even in the heart of the city, you're part of a larger ecosystem. #NYClimateWeek #Biomimicry #NatureInspired #Sustainability #ReconnectWithNature
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🌱 Our Live Conversation with Janine Benyus: Biomimicry for Impact is today, Thursday, September 12th at 12pm PST! This will be the first in a series of four webinars this year in our new, global community, the AskNature Hive, that explore pioneering ideas and ignite conversation among a diverse, expanding community representing nature-inspired individuals across fields, sectors, and regions of the world. Why Attend? 🦋 Gain New Insights: Access valuable knowledge and reflections from Janine’s work and research. 🐝 Connect with the Community: Afterwards, join designers, engineers, educators, and thought leaders in the AskNature Hive, who are passionate about sustainable innovation guided by nature 🦅 Be Inspired: Get the 30,000-foot-view of how nature’s genius is helping to address pressing global challenges. If you pre-registered for the event, check your email for a link to join the Zoom call. If not, you can watch the livestream on The Biomimicry Institute's YouTube Channel here 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/ggSQJ-V6 We look forward to seeing you all there today! #biomimicry #liveconversation #asknature
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🎨 Introducing the Biomimicry Visions: Youth Art Challenge! 💫 We believe art has the power to inspire meaningful change, and we warmly invite young artists, ages 13-17, to share their unique vision through original artwork that reflects nature, biomimicry, and the deep connection between humans and the natural world. 👨🏽🎨 👩🏽🎨 👩🏽🎨 Three selected artists will each receive a $100 prize, and their work will be showcased on AskNature.org. These designs will also be featured on holiday cards sent to our dedicated supporters, offering a heartfelt reminder of the beauty and innovation found in the intersection of art and nature. 🖌 Visit this link for full details and to submit: https://lnkd.in/g3sw5Zvq #Biomimicry #ArtForChange #NatureInspired
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This week, we kicked off the 2024 Ray of Hope Accelerator! 🌿 The 10 nature-inspired startups of the 2024 cohort joined our first virtual session to kick-off the 6 month-long Ray of Hope Accelerator. The Biomimicry Institute and its partners will support the startups with innovation storytelling, impact management and sustainability practices, founder mental health and team culture, as well as with building key connections with alumni of the program, mentors and investors - and more! 🏙 We look forward to seeing all the participants in person at New York Climate Week, followed by our 4 day Nature Retreat in the Catskills. This year, the startups are coming from Japan, New Zealand, Canada, France/Argentina and the US! #natureinspired #startups #impactaccelerator #climatechange #nyclimateweek Jared Yarnall-Schane | Sarah McInerney | Maëlys Renaud | Dave Hutchins | Amanda Sturgeon, FAIA
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New animation video alert! We feature startup Sparxell (cohort 2023): the team utilizes cellulose in pigment creation and shows how nature can color our world without the harmful environmental and societal effects of mined and synthetic minerals The circular bioeconomy is growing and we’re excited to see new replacements for conventional substances - often mined metal or oil-derived ingredients used to make our cosmetics, fabrics, paints, and packaging bright and colorful - take over the market! Happy watching! Animation: Jules Bartl Script and Narration: Charlotte Stoddart Sound Design: Nigel Manington Fact checker: Rachael Bale Special thanks to the Ray C. Anderson Foundation (https://lnkd.in/geMzufux) Watch the video here 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/gSZXYmcs #biomimicry #innovation #colorants #rayofhopeaccelerator
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The Biomimicry Institute is heading to Climate Week NYC! Join us on September 25th in NYC for an immersive experience celebrating nature's genius. Our CEO, Amanda Sturgeon, FAIA, will unveil our bold 10-year strategy, marking a milestone in our commitment to a Nature Positive, #inclusive, and #regenerative world. Engage in vital conversations with inspiring speakers, partners, and innovators, underscoring the importance of collaboration in furthering our nature-inspired vision. Then, on September 26th, we'll be hosting a private networking event spotlighting 10 top nature-inspired #startups from our 2024 Ray of Hope Accelerator. This is a unique opportunity for investors to connect directly with visionary founders, and explore groundbreaking investment opportunities in nature-inspired technologies. Request an invite and join us for these transformative events: https://lnkd.in/gTckJqEz #climateweeknyc #biomimicry #naturepositive #innovation #sustainablefuture
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The Biomimicry Institute is excited to invite you to join us for the first session in a new webinar series, featuring our co-founder, Janine Benyus. This event marks the beginning of a new chapter for AskNature, as we bring you exclusive insights from leading thinkers and practitioners in the field of biomimicry. In this webinar, Janine will explore the latest in biomimicry, share inspiring case studies, discuss the future of sustainable innovation, and engage in an interactive Q&A session. 🗓 Date: Thursday, September 12th 🕛 Time: Noon, Pacific Time 💻 Viewing information will be sent out approximately one week prior to the event 🌱 Save your seat at the table here 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/gMTDSntg #janinebenyus #asknaturehive #biomimicrywebinar #asknature
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The Biomimicry Institute's own Maëlys Renaud is co-hosting a Biomimicry + Climate Morning Mingle at LA Climate Week on Monday, September 9th at the beautiful Arlington Garden in Pasadena. This event has limited capacity, please RSVP: https://lu.ma/zkxa80ia. #laclimateweek #nyclimateweek #natureinspired
[BIOMIMICRY+CLIMATE] I'm excited to co-host a morning gathering during LA Climate Week with Anne LaForti from Biomimicry 3.8 and Colin Mangham from USGBC California, with guest speaker Gary Lai, landscape architect, leading expert in sustainability, resiliency, conservation, and nature-based solutions and Chair of the Board of USGBC California. Join us on Monday, September 9 at 8:30am, at the beautiful Arlington Garden in Pasadena (thank you for offering space for this event!) to connect with fellow biomimicry enthusiasts, bio-inspired researchers, innovators, and thought leaders! 🌱 Now more than ever, learning from nature's time-tested strategies is essential for tackling environmental challenges and the climate crisis. This is the journey I'm on at The Biomimicry Institute - keep an eye out as Sarah McInerney and I will be kicking off the 2024 Ray of Hope Accelerator next week with the 10 selected nature-inspired startups. We're also exactly one month away from our Nature Inspired Climate Startups Networking Reception at NY Climate Week, mark your calendar, and RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gPUxvRZR. The LA event has limited capacity, please RSVP: https://lu.ma/zkxa80ia. #laclimateweek #nyclimateweek #natureinspired #rayofhopeacceletor Amanda Sturgeon, FAIA