The Biomimicry Revolution: Turning to Nature's Secrets to Meet the SDGs

Jan 06, 2025

When you think of sustainability, what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s electric cars, the solarpunk movement, or regenerative agriculture. Personally, I imagine a forest. For what is more sustainable than a thriving ecosystem that gives more than it receives, produces no waste, cleans our air and filter...

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50 of the World's Best Biomimicry Examples (so far)

Jan 01, 2025

Hi Biomimics

Below is a list of our top 50 innovations inspired by nature. Each nature-based solution has been implemented as a business or a biomimicry invention / is a biomimetics example.

The criteria involved an extensive mapping of each biomimicry example, how it meets the Biomimicry Life's P...

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What (Really) is Biophilic Design?

Dec 18, 2024

Biophilia and biomimicry are two terms often heard in the same conversation, but they are not the same thing. There is overlap and shared qualities, however, and one characteristic can be named for both concepts: recognising the value of the natural environment. 

What is biophilia and biophilic des...

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10 Innovative Biomimicry Business Examples

Dec 18, 2024

Hi there, Change Makers

Below is a list of 10 innovations inspired by nature. Each solution has an emerging biomimicry-based business. We look forward to seeing how they grow and evolve over time. 

Huge thanks to the Biomimicry Institute for providing information on each company. 

Without further...

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6 Examples of Technology in Nature

Nov 20, 2024

Okay, this is going to sound strange to you. But yes, nature creates technology. And we've got examples to prove it. Stand aside, humans, we're turning our attention to those who did it first. 

To better understand this concept, we should perhaps take a step back and ask: What is the definition of ...

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The Biomimicry Confluence Day 2: Flowing to and End

Nov 01, 2024

Our Day 2 of the Biomimicry Confluence could not have been a better follower to Day 1. Our speakers were energised, engaging, open, humble in their expertise, and shared on topics that are extremely current and relevant as we take the practice of biomimicry forward into the future. 

The Q+A session...

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The Biomimicry Confluence Day 1: Going with the Flow

Oct 31, 2024

What an exceptional first day of the Biomimicry Confluence it was! The energy was pure, the excitement tangible and participants from almost each continent flowed together (special shoutout to our New Zealand attendee, who joined us at 2am local time). 

Our Day 1 speakers definitely knew how to spa...

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Dumpsite to Wetland: Biomimicry Meets Urban Design

Oct 25, 2024

Your first introduction to biomimicry might have begun with the all-too familiar chimes of a TED talk. The applause, the pacing of the presenter, and then, that inevitable point of no return. It clicks. It sticks. Because just like that, biomimicry hooks itself into you. Much like a burr clinging to...

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The Best Biomimicry Examples for Technology

Oct 14, 2024

You’ve probably seen many examples of biomimicry in more obvious fields, like architecture. But how many biomimicry examples can you think of in technology? I couldn't name any off the top of my head, to be honest. 

But if you take a closer look, you’ll find that some of these innovations fall unde...

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The Best Biomimicry Examples for Urban Design

Oct 09, 2024

In this article, we list some of the best biomimicry examples for urban design. Urbanisation is rapidly reshaping our landscapes across the world, and there is a strong need for sustainable, low-impact solutions like green architecture and nature-inspired designs. 

By applying biomimicry, and study...

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