14 October 20248 October 2024 Avantium Receives €3.5 Million EU Grant for CO2 Conversion Project In the ICONIC project, Avantium will further scale up the electrochemical cell to convert CO2 from refinery gases into formic acid
Buchveröffentlichung: Circular Economy und Bioökonomie Die Vorstellungen, die zu diesen Konzepten existieren, hinterfragen die Autoren kritisch
Advanced recycling plant closes chain of crisp bags and yoghurt pots Indaver Plastics2Chemicals (P2C) will focus in future specifically on the plastic types Polystyrene (PS) - think of yogurt cups, meat trays, and mushroom containers - and Polyolefins (PO) - such as chip bags and films
NRW Innovation Award for cost-effective production of aerogels Fraunhofer-Institute UMSICHT researchers developed an innovative production process for aerogels that combines various production steps using supercritical CO2 and thus significantly reduces production costs
Innovationspreis NRW für kostengünstige Herstellung von Aerogelen Fraunhofer-UMSICHT-Forscher konnten ein neuartiges Produktionsverfahren für Aerogele entwickeln, das verschiedene Produktionsschritte mithilfe von überkritischem CO2 zusammenführt und somit die Produktionskosten signifikant verringert
Next Wave and Lummus Produce World’s First Renewable Alkylate First-of-a-kind, bio-based alkylate is an industry breakthrough in producing clean fuels
Soda Manufacturing with Double Climate Bonus Ion exchange processes and the addition of CO2 result in green soda
Soda-Herstellung mit doppeltem Klima-Bonus Durch Ionen-Austauschprozesse und den Zusatz von CO₂ entsteht grünes Soda
11 October 20247 October 2024 The ideal 3D printing setting for innovative gloves DITF scientists developed biopolymer compounds containing lignin, which were used to produce thermoplastic materials that can be processed using 3D printing
Mit der richtigen 3D-Druck Einstellung zum innovativen Handschuh DITF-Wissenschaftler entwickelten ligninhaltige Biopolymercompounds, aus denen thermoplastische Werkstoffe hergestellt wurden, die sich im 3D-Druckverfahren verarbeiten lassen
Geopolitical tensions spark bioplastics innovation Global challenges are pushing packaging companies to explore alternatives that are less reliant on unpredictable international markets
Matter and Paradise Textiles unveil breakthrough microfibre filter to combat textile pollution The world's first microfibre filter specifically designed for textile manufacturers to tackle the urgent issue of global microfibre pollution, setting a new standard for sustainable practices in the textile industry
NOVUS Leverages Ginkgo Bioworks to Develop Innovative Feed Additives for Animal Agriculture By utilizing Ginkgo Enzyme Services, NOVUS will work with Ginkgo to build more efficient enzymes that can be produced cost-effectively
Global Network for Zero Partner Alfa Sustainable Projects Ltd. Achieves Net Zero Certification, Second in the World Pioneering Partnership Aims to Achieve Net Zero Targets
Steps towards enzymes capable of breaking down PE Every year, 400 million tonnes of plastic products are produced worldwide, half of which are single-use items discarded within a year
Indonesia urges EU to rethink deforestation rules impacting farmers Indonesia is seeking to ensure European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) does not penalise its smallholder farmers, whose livelihoods depend on exports to Europe
10 October 20244 October 2024 A.P. Moller Holding launches Vioneo to pioneer fossil-free plastics production A.P. Moller Holding has launched Vioneo, a new venture dedicated to transforming plastics production. Vioneo will manufacture fossil-free plastic resins and significantly reduce the carbon footprint associated with plastics production
Vioneo: Polyolefin-Erzeugung auf Methanolbasis in Antwerpen A.P. Moller Holding hat mit der Einführung von Vioneo eine Möglichkeit geschaffen, mit fossilquellenfreien Kunststoffharzen zusätzlich den CO2-Abdruck der Kunststoffproduktion deutlich zu senken
Notpla Secures £20 Million in Series A+ Funding to Revolutionise Sustainable Packaging With this investment, the company to advance into a new era of plastic-free materials and a healthier planet
LanzaTech Expands Biorefining Platform Capabilities to Include Production of Commercial-scale Nutritional Protein Directly From CO2 Company plans to access $1 trillion alternative protein market by commercializing primary production of nutrient-rich protein through LanzaTech’s proprietary gas fermentation process
LanzaTech Global, Inc. erweitert seine Bioraffinerie-Plattform um die Produktion von Nahrungsproteinen in kommerziellem Maßstab direkt aus CO2 Die Company plant, den milliardenschwerden alternativen Proteinmarkt zu betreten, indem sie erstmals Nahrungsprotein über den firmeneigenen Gas-Fermentationsprozess herstellt und vertreibt
Lessons from the Kitchen: of LanzaTech, a protein shake, new markets, and Scooby-Doo The LanzaTech story is the feedstock, CO2, but, it’s part of the everyday feedstock set and the foundational basis of the company
European Algae Biomass president sees expansion of algae products in daily life, calls for improved EU algae market Driven by a vision to advance Europe’s algae sector, Carlos Unamunzaga, President of the European Algae Biomass Association, spoke with Euractiv’s Fiona Alston about his plans to raise the profile of algae in the public eye
9 October 20242 October 2024 Fungal mycelium as the basis for sustainable products Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP using mycelium-based materials to produce insulation, packaging, and animal-free alternatives to leather products
Pilzmyzel als Basis für nachhaltige Produkte Forschende am Fraunhofer IAP nutzen myzelbasierte Materialien, um daraus etwa Dämmmaterialien, Verpackungen und tierfreie Ergänzungen zu Lederprodukten herzustellen
Seda North America introduces compostable Double Wall cold cups with EcoFit lids for a superior consumer experience A new way of drinking sustainably - these cups and lids have been specifically designed to meet the demands of rapidly changing legislaton that increasingly favors more sustainable packaging solutions
Production of solar fuels: Storing the sun’s heat at 1,200 degrees High-temperature bricks - a joint development by Empa and Synhelion – serve as temporary storage for the enormous heat
Herstellung von Solartreibstoffen: Sonnenwärme bei 1.200 Grad speichern Hochtemperaturziegel – eine gemeinsame Entwicklung von Empa und Synhelion – dienen als Zwischenspeicher für die enorme Hitze
The four factors behind Nebraska’s biomanufacturing potential The state’s agricultural prowess combined with its openness to biobased investment means it should be among the first in line to benefit from any further renewable fuel laws for the aviation industry
New catalyst developed for sustainable propylene production from biomass Propylene production harnesses biodiesel waste byproduct
Neuer Katalysator für die nachhaltige Propylenproduktion aus Biomasse entwickelt Propylenproduktion nutzt Biodiesel-Abfallprodukt
8 October 20241 October 2024 Challenging start for the EU’s revenue based on non-recycled plastic packaging waste The EU’s plastic-based own resource aims to provide an incentive to reduce the consumption of single-use plastics, foster recycling rates, and boost the circular economy
Holpriger Start für EU-Einnahmen aus nicht recycelten Plastik-Verpackungen Die neuen Kunststoff-Eigenmittel der EU sollen einen Anreiz schaffen, den Verbrauch von Einwegkunststoffen zu verringern, die Recyclingraten zu steigern und die Kreislaufwirtschaft anzukurbeln
ÄIO Secures €6 Million for Demo Plant Construction Biotech startup to produce environmentally friendly oils and fats from wood and agricultural residues - a solution offering an alternative to the widely used oils in the food industry
Evonik launches new biosurfactants TEGO® Wet 570 Terra and TEGO® Wet 580 Terra for coatings and inks These biosurfactants are produced by microorganisms in a unique fermentation process and they are they are 100% derived from natural resources
Lösungen für die Kreislaufwirtschaft bei Kunststoffen, Textilien und im Urban Mining Expert*innen des Öko-Instituts haben sich mit externen Fachleuten im Rahmen der digitalen Foren des Wissenschaftsforums „Circular Economy“ ausgetauscht
Pyran Moves Closer to Commercialization with Recent $3M Investment from Kowa Pyran is building a bio-based 1,5-PDO plant with a complete of $5 Mn in Series B funding
Circular economy commissioner is a crucial step to a holistic EU vision for sustainable materials The EU has been fostering circularity for over a decade through regulation
Europe’s algae market expanding, driven by product innovation, climate potential The global algae products market size is estimated to surpass €8.2 billion by 2033
7 October 20244 October 2024 Stakeholder Perspectives Along the Entire Value Chain – Interview with the WaterProof partner IZES gGmbH Alena Jahns and Jan Hildebrand answer four questions on consumer perception of CO₂-derived consumer goods
Plastic solutions that reduce the CO2 footprint: FKuR exhibits at Fachpack and Fakuma 2024 'Recycling & Defossilization' - under these core themes, FKuR presents its bioplastic and recycled solutions for the packaging and plastics industry
Kunststoff-Lösungen, die den CO2-Fußabdruck senken: FKuR auf der Fachpack und Fakuma 2024 'Recycling & Defossilisierung' unter diesen Kernthemen präsentiert FKuR auf der Fachpack seine Biokunststoff- und Rezyklat-Lösungen für die Verpackungs- und Kunststoffbranche
SABIC launches certified low carbon chemicals with CO2 footprint savings The methanol product in the new portfolio contain a lower carbon content than a traditional portfolio, with the same high quality product specifications
First Solar-Powered Ferry Constructed with Natural Fibre Composites is Launched on Adriatic Sea This ferry, with a capacity of 100 passengers, is a pioneering waterborne mass transportation vessel, which uses natural fibre composites for interior parts to significantly reducing CO₂ emissions
Bundesregierung beschließt die Liberalisierung von Nutzhanf Özdemir: "Nutzhanf bietet viele Chancen für die heimische Landwirtschaft"
BIOFAST helps reduce the time taken for biodegradation tests on bioplastics in composting environments The BIOFAST Project not only demonstrated an effective reduction in the time taken to perform biodegradation tests applied to bioplastics, but also generated significant economic and environmental impact
Biofast: Abbau von Biokunststoffen beschleunigt Das Projekt Biofast hat erfolgreich gezeigt, dass die Testdauer für die biologische Abbaubarkeit von Biokunststoffen verkürzt werden kann
Materials Market Report 2024 Global fiber production reached an all-time high of 124 million tonnes in 2023, according to Textile Exchange’s annual Materials Market Report
4 October 202427 September 2024 Metsä Group begins pre-commercial sales of Muoto products Metsä Group is making its Muoto products available for pre-commercial sale, a significant milestone in the development of the business opportunity
Nachhaltige Verpackungslösungen: Metsä bringt holzbasierte Verpackungsmarke Muoto auf den Markt Metsä Spring, das Innovationsunternehmen der Metsä Group, beginnt den Verkauf von Muoto, einer neuen holzbasierten Verpackungslösung. Muoto soll Sicherheit, Langlebigkeit und Nachhaltigkeit kombinieren