An innovative company that specializes in mycelium-grown materials for use as sustainable, luxury-quality leather alternatives officially broke ground in South Carolina earlier this month. MycoWorks celebrated the milestone at its future $107 million facility in Union County. The company is creating 400 new jobs in the local community.
Company leadership, county officials, economic development partners and others were all in attendance to mark the occasion.
MycoWorks’ patented Fine Mycelium™ process produces materials including Reishi – a globally recognized breakthrough in materials science – that mimics the performance of animal leathers and lowers environmental impacts. The material offers creative solutions and new design possibilities for fashion and luxury brands while offering relief to supply chain constraints.
MycoWorks’ Union County facility is expected to be operational early next year.