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Symbia—High-performance bioleather grown out of kombucha tea.

Symbia is an independent biofabrication research group that grows microbial leather out of Symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY) and recycled Kombucha. Our operations are primarily divided into product manufacturing, training programs for Indonesian craftspeople, and community awareness with the grand goal of creating materials that last forever.

Scroll below to view our milestones and get a glimpse of where we’re headed!

March 2024: Our First Successful Bioleather Batch

May 2024: Symbia is Invited to the 10th World Water Forum in Bali, Indonesia to Showcase Our Products

June 2024: Indonesia's First Leather Products Made Out of 100% Kombucha Bioleather

June 2024: First Training Program Held at Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta with Over 50 Local Craftswomen

June 2024: Second Training Program Held at Cilacap Regency, Central Java with Over 200 Local Craftswomen, Vocational School (SMK) Students, & Teachers Endorsed by Local Authorities

June-August 2024: Symbia is Invited to Climate Events and Exhibitions Across Jakarta Showcasing Our Products

August 2024: Third Training Program Held at Jepara Regency, Central Java with Over 200 Local Craftswomen, Vocational School (SMK) Students, & Teachers Endorsed by Local School Principals

September-October 2024: Indonesia-inspired Collaborations Launch Alongside Rappo.id and Ulur Wiji, Utilizing Recycled Plastic and Batik Fabric

November 2024: Symbia is Invited to Stanford University as a Vendor at SURGE Expo 2024’s Wonder Playground