He began by introducing MYCL, which utilizes agricultural waste, such as mycelium mushrooms, to produce an eco-friendly alternative for leather materials. Products like mycelium leather are expected to be a sustainable alternative to animal leather and can help reduce the carbon footprint of conventional leather industry.

Throughout his career, he applied the concept of constructive failure, which considers failure as part of the learning process.

"Everyone has knowledge; never stop chasing opportunities by being different," he stated.

MYCL's development relies on physical commodities and a knowledge-based economy. In-depth research-based innovation is the main foundation for the development of products like mycelium leather, which are slowly being recognized in the global industry. This success can be seen from various collaborations, such as ETH Zurich, who has expressed interest in the potential of mycelium as a sustainable alternative material.

In addition to its technology-based advantages, mycelium leather has high durability and does not have plastic-like properties, a problem often found in synthetic leather. Based on these properties, mycelium leather has garnered the attention of many international fashion designers.

He also emphasized the importance of social enterprise in Indonesia. According to him, companies that prioritize positive and sustainable activities would thrive more compared to those who do not. This would ultimately benefit the community and the environment, having the potential to generate significant profits in the long term.

Reporter: Indira Akmalia Hendri (Urban and Regional Planning '21)
Translator: Kezia Hosana (Chemical Engineering '22)
Editor: Ariq Ramadhan Teruna (Chemical Engineering '21)