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Kumu

INNOVATING FOR SUSTAINABILITY We are shaping the single-use plastic landscape of tomorrow using biomaterials from food, plants, and minerals. Our products are designed for transparency, biodegradability, and circularity.

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Competitors

OtherBuyoShared: traditional plastic, biodegradable, materialAntler 2022VietnamStartup →OtherFibenolShared: sustainable biomaterial, plant, alternativePlug and PlayEstoniaStartup →OtherSMUSH MaterialsShared: traditional plastic, biomaterial, sustainabilityPlug and PlayItalyStartup →OtherICBRGShared: patent pendingAntler 2023NorwayStartup →OtherBiovit TechnologiesShared: patent pendingMassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026IrelandStartup →
Companies closest to Kumu
Company
BuyoShared: traditional plastic, biodegradable, materialAntler 2022Not statedOther
FibenolShared: sustainable biomaterial, plant, alternativePlug and Play Not statedOther
SMUSH MaterialsShared: traditional plastic, biomaterial, sustainabilityPlug and Play Not statedOther
ICBRGShared: patent pendingAntler 2023Not statedOther
Biovit TechnologiesShared: patent pendingMassChallenge Switzerland and UK 2026Not statedOther

Adjacent

AIOsium AIShared: material innovation, processYC S23ParisStartup →OtherSmilieShared: personalized approachAntler 2023SingaporeStartup →OtherKiwi BiosciencesShared: patent pending, foodYC S21BostonStartup →AIRhea's FactoryShared: plastic, circularity, sustainabilityPlug and PlayUnited StatesStartup →OtherFlyX Technologies Inc.Shared: patent pendingPlug and PlayUnited StatesStartup →
Companies next to Kumu
Company
Osium AIShared: material innovation, processYC S23ActiveAI
SmilieShared: personalized approachAntler 2023Not statedOther
Kiwi BiosciencesShared: patent pending, foodYC S21ActiveOther
Rhea's FactoryShared: plastic, circularity, sustainabilityPlug and Play +1Not statedAI
FlyX Technologies Inc.Shared: patent pendingPlug and Play Not statedOther

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Company
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Programs

Programs Kumu went through
ProgramCohortSource
Plug and PlayNot statedPlug and Play Page

About Kumu

"Kumu is a material innovation company dedicated to shaping the future of single-use plastics through sustainable biomaterials sourced from food, plants, and minerals. Our patent-pending process focuses on creating biodegradable and circular alternatives to traditional plastics, promoting transparency and eco-consciousness. By collaborating with commercial partners, we tailor our formulations to meet specific aesthetic and functional needs, ensuring a personalized approach to sustainability. Emphasizing transparency, we disclose all biomaterials used in our products, empowering consumers to make informed choices. Kumu's commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility drives our mission to revolutionize the single-use plastic landscape for a more sustainable future."

Category
Other
Location
Canada
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Joined a programOct 5, 2026

Joined Plug and Play.

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Kumu: questions

Which accelerators did Kumu go through?

Kumu is listed by Plug and Play.

Where is Kumu based?

Kumu lists Canada as its location on Plug and Play's page.