Hyperscale Planetary Health
Designing and Scaling Biology for a Sustainable Bioeconomy
May 4-7
2026
San Jose Convention Center
California, USA
May 5-8
2025
San Jose Convention Center
California, USA
About the event
From carbon capture and renewable fuels to green chemistry, sustainable agriculture, and future foods, biology is being reprogrammed to take on the planet’s most urgent challenges. Synthetic biology is unlocking new ways to decarbonize industries, regenerate ecosystems, and reshape how we produce food, materials, chemicals, and energy.
Hyperscale Planetary Health spotlights the pioneers scaling biomanufacturing to meet global demand—engineering microbes to replace petrochemicals, transforming CO₂ into valuable products, building climate-resilient food systems, and deploying bio-based alternatives to plastics, fertilizers, and animal agriculture.
Meet the bold startups, scale-ups, and industry leaders reinventing biomanufacturing at a planetary level—powered by synthetic biology, driven by purpose, and designed for a more sustainable, resilient world.
Top Sessions
1
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When Life Gives You Proteins, Build a Greener Tomorrow
Designer proteins aren't just molecules—they're the building blocks for a cleaner, greener future. In a world increasingly challenged by environmental concerns, engineered proteins offer revolutionary solutions, from biodegradable clothing that gracefully returns to the earth to next-generation laundry detergents designed for efficiency without ecological compromise. These protein innovations also promise to transform food production, enabling sustainable methods to feed our growing global population. By harnessing nature's blueprint, humanity has the chance not only to reimagine everyday products but to redefine our relationship with the planet. Join Alexandre Zanghellini, CEO of Arzeda, in envisioning how proteins can power sustainable living and build the foundation for tomorrow's environmentally conscious economy.
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2
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From Startup to Scaleup: Insights to How P&G is Harnessing Bio Innovation for Superior Performance and Sustainability
P&G is a leading consumer products company led by consumer insights- they can tell you that today’s consumers want clean, healthy products in their homes to provide for their families' personal care needs. To meet these expectations, innovators are integrating new approaches to transform their supply chains, minimize waste streams, and drive environmentally sound solutions for a more sustainable planet. Join two senior leaders for a closer look at how synbio can positively impact consumer products and what specific challenges–both technical and societal–we need to solve to get there. Hear how corporate leaders evaluate new innovations and where they see unmet needs in the market. This session will highlight how corporates and startups can work together to achieve the functional and sustainable performance consumers demand.
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3
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Rewriting Life’s Code to Create New Polymers, Materials, and Medicines
In terrestrial life, DNA is copied to messenger RNA, and the 64 triplet codons in messenger RNAs are decoded – in the process of translation – to synthesize proteins. Cellular protein translation provides the ultimate paradigm for the synthesis of long polymers of defined sequence and composition but is commonly limited to polymerizing the 20 canonical amino acids. I will describe our progress towards the encoded synthesis of non-canonical biopolymers. These advances may form a basis for new classes of genetically encoded polymeric materials and medicines. To realize our goals, we are re-imagining some of the most conserved features of the cell; we have created new ribosomes, new aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase/tRNA pairs, and organisms with entirely synthetic genomes in which we have re-written the genetic code.
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4
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Crossing the Chasm in FoodTech: From Innovation to Mainstream
In the fast-changing world of FoodTech, innovations like precision fermentation, plant-based alternatives, and biotechnologies have the potential to revolutionize the industry. However, challenges such as cultural acceptance, consumer skepticism, and economic scalability must be overcome for these innovations to achieve mainstream success. This session will explore the key factors required to bridge the gap from niche products to widespread adoption, including strategies for addressing consumer behavior, unit economics, and market scalability, paving the way for sustainable, scalable food solutions for the future.
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5
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From Fossil to Functional: The Rise of Zero-Carbon Materials
Innovative materials hold the key to accelerating the transition away from fossil fuel dependence and into a thriving low-carbon future. This session will explore how novel approaches to manufacturing—from cutting-edge biotechnologies to scalable production techniques—are transforming the way we create everyday products. Attendees will learn how these next-generation materials can be scaled effectively, the latest insights on cost-competitive climate technologies, and the milestones needed to ensure they rapidly penetrate global markets. By highlighting diverse strategies and tangible success stories, this discussion will illuminate a clear path toward a defossilized economy—one where carbon footprints shrink and circularity becomes the new standard.
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6
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Conquering Carbon Emissions From the Concrete Industry
Described as the most destructive material on earth, the concrete industry is responsible for 8% of total carbon dioxide emissions worldwide. As the second most used material only after water, we are in dire need for greener concrete solutions.
[…]
7
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Genes to Giants: Strategic Alliances between SynBio and the Fortune 500
In this insightful session, explore the dynamic intersection of synthetic biology innovations and major corporations in driving scalable impact in consumer products. A curated panel will delve into nuanced discussions around the practicalities, potentials, and challenges of forging partnerships with Fortune 500 companies. Through a spectrum of success stories and practical lessons, attendees will gain a multifaceted understanding of effective strategies that facilitate these cross-sector collaborations. Emphasis will be placed on navigating the intricate corporate dynamics, providing a roadmap for innovators to align their synthetic biology solutions with the strategic priorities of major corporations. Panelists will also dissect the complexities involved in mainstreaming synthetic biology innovations, providing a rich exploration of the adaptive approaches necessary for impactful and sustainable integration into the consumer products industry.
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8
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Nature 2.0 - Using SynBio to Unlock the Next Level of Natural Systems
With a 4.5 billion year head start, it’s no surprise that nature has honed its systems to perfection. But what if we could take these systems to the next level and harness them for the modern age? SynBio holds the key to unlocking the next level of these natural systems. By leveraging advancement in biotechnology, we can enhance natural systems and accelerate our transition to a green future.
[…]
9
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Improving Commodities with SynBio: The Future of Sustainable Food & Ag
Explore how synthetic biology is transforming commodities in the Food & Ag sector by delivering sustainable solutions that tackle critical challenges like food security, climate change, and resource efficiency. This session will delve into the role of bioengineering in addressing these issues while overcoming the pressures and barriers of traditional commodity markets to enable market entry for innovative technologies.
[…]
10
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Alt Feedstocks and AI: Fermentation Trends Solving SynBio’s Scaling Crisis
The bioeconomy cannot succeed without the feedstocks that fuel all our fermentors. From agricultural side-streams to algae to carbon pollution, synbio companies need to ensure they utilize renewable feedstocks instead of purpose-grown inputs that take essential land and, at scale, may drive deforestation. How can we address this critical issue as a community? What role do other innovations such as AI, sensors, and continuous fermentation play in accelerating sustainable scaling and what changes do we need to make today for the bioeconomy of tomorrow?
[…]
11
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Transforming Supply Chains with Designer Proteins
This discussion brings together leaders from global consumer goods and materials companies to examine how engineered proteins can reshape supply chains, improve product performance, and reduce environmental impact. Speakers will share perspectives on building effective industry partnerships, balancing cost efficiency with quality, and navigating regulatory landscapes. The panel aims to understand better the collaborative pathways that turn cutting-edge protein design into widely adopted commercial solutions.
[…]
1
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When Life Gives You Proteins, Build a Greener Tomorrow
Designer proteins aren't just molecules—they're the building blocks for a cleaner, greener future. In a world increasingly challenged by environmental concerns, engineered proteins offer revolutionary solutions, from biodegradable clothing that gracefully returns to the earth to next-generation laundry detergents designed for efficiency without ecological compromise. These protein innovations also promise to transform food production, enabling sustainable methods to feed our growing global population. By harnessing nature's blueprint, humanity has the chance not only to reimagine everyday products but to redefine our relationship with the planet. Join Alexandre Zanghellini, CEO of Arzeda, in envisioning how proteins can power sustainable living and build the foundation for tomorrow's environmentally conscious economy.
[…]
2
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From Startup to Scaleup: Insights to How P&G is Harnessing Bio Innovation for Superior Performance and Sustainability
P&G is a leading consumer products company led by consumer insights- they can tell you that today’s consumers want clean, healthy products in their homes to provide for their families' personal care needs. To meet these expectations, innovators are integrating new approaches to transform their supply chains, minimize waste streams, and drive environmentally sound solutions for a more sustainable planet. Join two senior leaders for a closer look at how synbio can positively impact consumer products and what specific challenges–both technical and societal–we need to solve to get there. Hear how corporate leaders evaluate new innovations and where they see unmet needs in the market. This session will highlight how corporates and startups can work together to achieve the functional and sustainable performance consumers demand.
[…]
3
-
Rewriting Life’s Code to Create New Polymers, Materials, and Medicines
In terrestrial life, DNA is copied to messenger RNA, and the 64 triplet codons in messenger RNAs are decoded – in the process of translation – to synthesize proteins. Cellular protein translation provides the ultimate paradigm for the synthesis of long polymers of defined sequence and composition but is commonly limited to polymerizing the 20 canonical amino acids. I will describe our progress towards the encoded synthesis of non-canonical biopolymers. These advances may form a basis for new classes of genetically encoded polymeric materials and medicines. To realize our goals, we are re-imagining some of the most conserved features of the cell; we have created new ribosomes, new aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase/tRNA pairs, and organisms with entirely synthetic genomes in which we have re-written the genetic code.
[…]
4
-
Crossing the Chasm in FoodTech: From Innovation to Mainstream
In the fast-changing world of FoodTech, innovations like precision fermentation, plant-based alternatives, and biotechnologies have the potential to revolutionize the industry. However, challenges such as cultural acceptance, consumer skepticism, and economic scalability must be overcome for these innovations to achieve mainstream success. This session will explore the key factors required to bridge the gap from niche products to widespread adoption, including strategies for addressing consumer behavior, unit economics, and market scalability, paving the way for sustainable, scalable food solutions for the future.
[…]
5
-
From Fossil to Functional: The Rise of Zero-Carbon Materials
Innovative materials hold the key to accelerating the transition away from fossil fuel dependence and into a thriving low-carbon future. This session will explore how novel approaches to manufacturing—from cutting-edge biotechnologies to scalable production techniques—are transforming the way we create everyday products. Attendees will learn how these next-generation materials can be scaled effectively, the latest insights on cost-competitive climate technologies, and the milestones needed to ensure they rapidly penetrate global markets. By highlighting diverse strategies and tangible success stories, this discussion will illuminate a clear path toward a defossilized economy—one where carbon footprints shrink and circularity becomes the new standard.
[…]
6
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Conquering Carbon Emissions From the Concrete Industry
Described as the most destructive material on earth, the concrete industry is responsible for 8% of total carbon dioxide emissions worldwide. As the second most used material only after water, we are in dire need for greener concrete solutions.
[…]
7
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Genes to Giants: Strategic Alliances between SynBio and the Fortune 500
In this insightful session, explore the dynamic intersection of synthetic biology innovations and major corporations in driving scalable impact in consumer products. A curated panel will delve into nuanced discussions around the practicalities, potentials, and challenges of forging partnerships with Fortune 500 companies. Through a spectrum of success stories and practical lessons, attendees will gain a multifaceted understanding of effective strategies that facilitate these cross-sector collaborations. Emphasis will be placed on navigating the intricate corporate dynamics, providing a roadmap for innovators to align their synthetic biology solutions with the strategic priorities of major corporations. Panelists will also dissect the complexities involved in mainstreaming synthetic biology innovations, providing a rich exploration of the adaptive approaches necessary for impactful and sustainable integration into the consumer products industry.
[…]
8
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Nature 2.0 - Using SynBio to Unlock the Next Level of Natural Systems
With a 4.5 billion year head start, it’s no surprise that nature has honed its systems to perfection. But what if we could take these systems to the next level and harness them for the modern age? SynBio holds the key to unlocking the next level of these natural systems. By leveraging advancement in biotechnology, we can enhance natural systems and accelerate our transition to a green future.
[…]
9
-
Improving Commodities with SynBio: The Future of Sustainable Food & Ag
Explore how synthetic biology is transforming commodities in the Food & Ag sector by delivering sustainable solutions that tackle critical challenges like food security, climate change, and resource efficiency. This session will delve into the role of bioengineering in addressing these issues while overcoming the pressures and barriers of traditional commodity markets to enable market entry for innovative technologies.
[…]
10
-
Alt Feedstocks and AI: Fermentation Trends Solving SynBio’s Scaling Crisis
The bioeconomy cannot succeed without the feedstocks that fuel all our fermentors. From agricultural side-streams to algae to carbon pollution, synbio companies need to ensure they utilize renewable feedstocks instead of purpose-grown inputs that take essential land and, at scale, may drive deforestation. How can we address this critical issue as a community? What role do other innovations such as AI, sensors, and continuous fermentation play in accelerating sustainable scaling and what changes do we need to make today for the bioeconomy of tomorrow?
[…]
11
-
Transforming Supply Chains with Designer Proteins
This discussion brings together leaders from global consumer goods and materials companies to examine how engineered proteins can reshape supply chains, improve product performance, and reduce environmental impact. Speakers will share perspectives on building effective industry partnerships, balancing cost efficiency with quality, and navigating regulatory landscapes. The panel aims to understand better the collaborative pathways that turn cutting-edge protein design into widely adopted commercial solutions.
[…]
1
-
When Life Gives You Proteins, Build a Greener Tomorrow
Designer proteins aren't just molecules—they're the building blocks for a cleaner, greener future. In a world increasingly challenged by environmental concerns, engineered proteins offer revolutionary solutions, from biodegradable clothing that gracefully returns to the earth to next-generation laundry detergents designed for efficiency without ecological compromise. These protein innovations also promise to transform food production, enabling sustainable methods to feed our growing global population. By harnessing nature's blueprint, humanity has the chance not only to reimagine everyday products but to redefine our relationship with the planet. Join Alexandre Zanghellini, CEO of Arzeda, in envisioning how proteins can power sustainable living and build the foundation for tomorrow's environmentally conscious economy.
[…]
2
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From Startup to Scaleup: Insights to How P&G is Harnessing Bio Innovation for Superior Performance and Sustainability
P&G is a leading consumer products company led by consumer insights- they can tell you that today’s consumers want clean, healthy products in their homes to provide for their families' personal care needs. To meet these expectations, innovators are integrating new approaches to transform their supply chains, minimize waste streams, and drive environmentally sound solutions for a more sustainable planet. Join two senior leaders for a closer look at how synbio can positively impact consumer products and what specific challenges–both technical and societal–we need to solve to get there. Hear how corporate leaders evaluate new innovations and where they see unmet needs in the market. This session will highlight how corporates and startups can work together to achieve the functional and sustainable performance consumers demand.
[…]
3
-
Rewriting Life’s Code to Create New Polymers, Materials, and Medicines
In terrestrial life, DNA is copied to messenger RNA, and the 64 triplet codons in messenger RNAs are decoded – in the process of translation – to synthesize proteins. Cellular protein translation provides the ultimate paradigm for the synthesis of long polymers of defined sequence and composition but is commonly limited to polymerizing the 20 canonical amino acids. I will describe our progress towards the encoded synthesis of non-canonical biopolymers. These advances may form a basis for new classes of genetically encoded polymeric materials and medicines. To realize our goals, we are re-imagining some of the most conserved features of the cell; we have created new ribosomes, new aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase/tRNA pairs, and organisms with entirely synthetic genomes in which we have re-written the genetic code.
[…]
4
-
Crossing the Chasm in FoodTech: From Innovation to Mainstream
In the fast-changing world of FoodTech, innovations like precision fermentation, plant-based alternatives, and biotechnologies have the potential to revolutionize the industry. However, challenges such as cultural acceptance, consumer skepticism, and economic scalability must be overcome for these innovations to achieve mainstream success. This session will explore the key factors required to bridge the gap from niche products to widespread adoption, including strategies for addressing consumer behavior, unit economics, and market scalability, paving the way for sustainable, scalable food solutions for the future.
[…]
5
-
From Fossil to Functional: The Rise of Zero-Carbon Materials
Innovative materials hold the key to accelerating the transition away from fossil fuel dependence and into a thriving low-carbon future. This session will explore how novel approaches to manufacturing—from cutting-edge biotechnologies to scalable production techniques—are transforming the way we create everyday products. Attendees will learn how these next-generation materials can be scaled effectively, the latest insights on cost-competitive climate technologies, and the milestones needed to ensure they rapidly penetrate global markets. By highlighting diverse strategies and tangible success stories, this discussion will illuminate a clear path toward a defossilized economy—one where carbon footprints shrink and circularity becomes the new standard.
[…]
6
-
Conquering Carbon Emissions From the Concrete Industry
Described as the most destructive material on earth, the concrete industry is responsible for 8% of total carbon dioxide emissions worldwide. As the second most used material only after water, we are in dire need for greener concrete solutions.
[…]
7
-
Genes to Giants: Strategic Alliances between SynBio and the Fortune 500
In this insightful session, explore the dynamic intersection of synthetic biology innovations and major corporations in driving scalable impact in consumer products. A curated panel will delve into nuanced discussions around the practicalities, potentials, and challenges of forging partnerships with Fortune 500 companies. Through a spectrum of success stories and practical lessons, attendees will gain a multifaceted understanding of effective strategies that facilitate these cross-sector collaborations. Emphasis will be placed on navigating the intricate corporate dynamics, providing a roadmap for innovators to align their synthetic biology solutions with the strategic priorities of major corporations. Panelists will also dissect the complexities involved in mainstreaming synthetic biology innovations, providing a rich exploration of the adaptive approaches necessary for impactful and sustainable integration into the consumer products industry.
[…]
8
-
Nature 2.0 - Using SynBio to Unlock the Next Level of Natural Systems
With a 4.5 billion year head start, it’s no surprise that nature has honed its systems to perfection. But what if we could take these systems to the next level and harness them for the modern age? SynBio holds the key to unlocking the next level of these natural systems. By leveraging advancement in biotechnology, we can enhance natural systems and accelerate our transition to a green future.
[…]
9
-
Improving Commodities with SynBio: The Future of Sustainable Food & Ag
Explore how synthetic biology is transforming commodities in the Food & Ag sector by delivering sustainable solutions that tackle critical challenges like food security, climate change, and resource efficiency. This session will delve into the role of bioengineering in addressing these issues while overcoming the pressures and barriers of traditional commodity markets to enable market entry for innovative technologies.
[…]
10
-
Alt Feedstocks and AI: Fermentation Trends Solving SynBio’s Scaling Crisis
The bioeconomy cannot succeed without the feedstocks that fuel all our fermentors. From agricultural side-streams to algae to carbon pollution, synbio companies need to ensure they utilize renewable feedstocks instead of purpose-grown inputs that take essential land and, at scale, may drive deforestation. How can we address this critical issue as a community? What role do other innovations such as AI, sensors, and continuous fermentation play in accelerating sustainable scaling and what changes do we need to make today for the bioeconomy of tomorrow?
[…]
11
-
Transforming Supply Chains with Designer Proteins
This discussion brings together leaders from global consumer goods and materials companies to examine how engineered proteins can reshape supply chains, improve product performance, and reduce environmental impact. Speakers will share perspectives on building effective industry partnerships, balancing cost efficiency with quality, and navigating regulatory landscapes. The panel aims to understand better the collaborative pathways that turn cutting-edge protein design into widely adopted commercial solutions.
[…]
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