Foamlab Selected as a Finalist for the Green Concept Award 2026
We are proud to announce that our Bacterial Cellulose Foam has been selected as a finalist for the Green Concept Award 2026 in the New Materials category. The Green Product Award jury selected the finalists from more than 1,000 submissions across 45 countries, recognizing projects that stand out in design, innovation, and sustainability.
The Green Concept Award, organized in cooperation with the IKEA Stiftung, highlights pioneering ideas and supports the development of next-generation sustainable solutions. Being named a finalist affirms Foamlab’s commitment to advancing circular, bio-based materials with a low environmental footprint.
“The finalists of this year represent the international momentum in sustainability. Their contributions illustrate what becomes possible when creative thinking is paired with responsible action.”
Nils Bader, Director of the Green Product Awards
Voting for the Audience Award Now Open
Before the competition continues with the selection of the jury-appointed winners, public voting for the Audience Award is now open . Each year, more than 50,000 people participate in the public vote for the Audience Award. This is an opportunity to showcase the relevance and impact of biomaterials on a global stage, and we would deeply appreciate your support.
👉 Vote for “Bacterial Cellulose Foam” here*:
Voting takes only a moment, and no registration is needed. If our work resonates with you, please consider sharing the link with your network. [If you would like to vote, don’t vote over Wi-Fi. If several people use the same network, the system won’t accept the vote.]
*until the end of January 16 2026
Why This Recognition Matters
Being selected as a finalist in the New Materials category reinforces the promise of our mission: to pioneer next-generation bio-based foams that are high-performance, biodegradable, and produced with minimal environmental footprint.
We are honored to stand alongside other innovators who believe sustainable materials can (and must!) become the default.
A big thank you to the Green Product Award team for this recognition and for consistently championing sustainable innovation around the world.
And thank you—our community, partners, collaborators, and everyone following our journey—for supporting us along the way.
