Cemvita is taking microbes and turning them into an entirely new playbook for energy and manufacturing. Chuck sat down with CEO Moji Karimi and BioWell’s Paul Palmer to talk about how biology, AI, and genomics are teaming up to replace petrochemicals with bio-based alternatives. We’re talking everything from sustainable aviation fuel to biofertilizers to underground biorefineries that sound like science fiction but are already in motion. Along the way, they unpack how biomanufacturing could clean up supply chains, cut waste, and unlock new energy sources, all while building a circular bioeconomy that makes sustainability actually scalable. If you’ve ever wondered what the future looks like when bugs beat barrels, this one’s for you.

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00:00 - Intro
00:32 - What is Zymergen
02:37 - Real World Examples of Biomanufacturing
05:52 - AI in Biomanufacturing Acceleration
08:44 - Economics of Biomanufacturing
14:04 - Company Overview and Operations
18:19 - Microbiology Benefits in Oil and Gas
23:47 - Contacting Doug
26:10 - Current Biomanufacturing Market Size
28:53 - Biodegradable Product Innovations
30:30 - Nature-Inspired Technologies
33:14 - Environmental Impact of Biomanufacturing
38:00 - Future Trends in Biomanufacturing
39:31 - What's Next for You
40:50 - Bipartisan Support for Biomanufacturing
43:15 - Contact Information

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