In this episode of Fighting Noise, host Julien interviews Helge Schritt, co-founder and CEO of MycoLutions, a Hamburg-based startup growing sustainable acoustic panels from mycelium and agricultural waste. They discuss why noise pollution matters, the unique properties of mycelium as a sound-absorbing material, and the challenges of bringing circular, toxin-free products to market.
Helge explains how MycoLutions targets offices and restaurants, their ambitions to scale production, and the startup’s mission to improve indoor air quality while reducing noise. He also shares insights on funding hurdles, market timing, and the potential for mycelium in thermal insulation.
