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30 April 202624 April 2026

New Sustainable Polymer Class Discovered

Researchers at the University of Bayreuth haver discovered a new polymer class which are characterised by biodegradable and recyclable properties and can also be processed in a more sustainable way

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Neue nachhaltige Polymer-Klasse entdeckt

Bayreuther Forscher haben eine neue Klasse von Polymeren entdeckt, die sich durch bioabbaubare sowie recyclingfähige Eigenschaften auszeichnen und sich zudem nachhaltig verarbeiten lassen

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Planetary secures $28M to expand sustainable protein fermentation

The company converts agricultural byproducts into high-value proteins, fibers, and enzymes to promote a circular bioeconomy

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Avantium’s Releaf and Hoogvliet Jongerius debut “From Plants to Plastic” at Milan Design Week 2026

releaf® allows designers and brands to explore new material expressions while reducing dependence on fossil‑based plastics

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Dritte Generation übernimmt Verantwortung: Carlo Remmele leitet künftig bei SÜDPACK die Business Unit Food

Carlo Remmele kennt die Lebensmittel- und Verpackungsbranche sehr gut und so wird er die Weiterentwicklung des Geschäftsbereichs vorantreiben und die Marktposition von SÜDPACK international weiter stärken

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Third generation steps into leadership: Carlo Remmele to head SÜDPACK’s Business Unit Food

Carlo Remmele knows the food and packaging industry very well and he will help shape the unit’s next phase of growth and further strengthen SÜDPACK’s presence in international markets

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29 April 202628 April 2026

Are you ready for a bio-based quota?

The nova-Institute’s new 'Renewable Feedstock' department offers a concise and timely expert workshop to help you prepare for the political challenges ahead

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Standing Ovation raises $34.2 million to scale up its breakthrough technology for producing dairy proteins through precision fermentation

Offering a sovereign and sustainable response to the surge in global demand for protein

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Eine neue Studie zeigt Wege aus der Stagnation und benennt zehn Schritte für eine Industriepolitik

Studie "Deutschland 2045" - Mehr Mut für das Morgen nötig

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28 April 202622 April 2026

Olfactory biocontrol pioneer Agriodor raises €15 million Series A to accelerate global deployment of its technology in international crop protection markets

France has a new perfume export - but this one’s for your crops

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NatureWorks Advocates Tariffs to Rebuild PLA Sector

NatureWorks urges the US government to impose tariffs on imported PLA resin and products, citing unfair trade practices by China, India, and Thailand that harm domestic manufacturing and suppress investment

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27 April 202622 April 2026

Free Webinar: Navigating Green Claims under the EU Empowering Consumers Directive (EmpCo)

What Businesses Need to Know Now! 20 May, 13-14 (CET), online and free of charge

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WACKER and biomanufacturing pioneer Amyris join forces in the personal-care sector

Both companies bring long-term expertise in the fields of biomanufacturing and silicone chemistry

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WACKER und Biotechnologie-Pionier Amyris bündeln Kräfte im Personal Care-Sektor

Unternehmen bringen langjährige Expertise in den Bereichen Biomanufacturing und Siliconchemie in die Partnerschaft ein 

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From overlooked woody biomass to the heart of next-generation batteries: Fibenol and UP Catalyst expand collaboration on lignin-based carbon materials

Using Fibenol's innovative Sunburst® technology, wood residues are transformed into advanced biomaterials

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Sweet-LOHC: Die nächste Generation chemischer Wasserstoffspeicher

Forschende des Forschungszentrums Jülich untersuchen in einem neuen Schwerpunkt  Speichermoleküle, die aus Bioabfällen hergestellt werden und zusätzliche Vorteile bieten

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Sweet-LOHC: The Next Generation of Chemical Hydrogen Storage

Researchers at Forschungszentrum Jülich are investigating storage molecules made from biogenic waste that offer additional advantages

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UIC researchers develop bioplastic as alternative to traditional bags

Made from natural plant materials like cellulose and lignin, the bioplastic aims to match the strength and performance of existing plastic bags

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24 April 202628 April 2026

nova experts (re)introduced: Dr. Anke Schwarzenberger

Renewable Feedstock Department – RCI Office – Communication – Renewable Materials Conference

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CRE.ACTIVE Design by ROMIRA – New disruptive solutions for aesthetic parts: Mold In Color Bio sourced compounds

Bio-PEB matrixes will allow companies and brands to have endless solid, metallic and speckle Mold In Color options with a reduced carbon footprint

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CRE.ACTIVE Design by ROMIRA – Neue disruptive Lösungen für ästhetische Teile: Bio-basierte Mold In Color Compounds

Bio-PEB-Matrizen gewähren den Unternehmen und Marken unzählige Optionen für einfarbige, metallische und gesprenkelte Mold In Color-Farben bei reduziertem CO2-Fußabdruck

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EIB and Eni sign €500 million in financing for new biorefinery in Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi

From 2028, the Sannazzaro plant will start producing HVO diesel biofuels and the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) biojet, with a production capacity of around 550,000 tonnes per year

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Charta-Kennzahlenbericht 2024/2025 zeigt Handlungsbedarf im Cluster Forst & Holz

Neue Daten zu Klimaschutz, Wertschöpfung, Ressourceneffizienz und Fachkräften

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Testori Textiles Creates Plant-Based Fiber Textile System for Aviation Industry

By replacing fossil-based materials without compromising aviation standards, Testori shows that sustainability and performance can work together to create modern aircraft interiors

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Acies Bio Progress on Fermentation Capacity Expansion

Strengthening Regional Supply Resilience and Scale-Up Capabilities of Biomanufacturing

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23 April 202628 April 2026

nova experts (re)introduced: MA Sc. Olaf Porc

Renewable Feedstocks • Data Analysis • Carbon & Trade Flows • Techno-economic Evaluation

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Das Kernstück einer der leistungsfähigsten industriellen Wärmepumpen ist am BASF-Standort Ludwigshafen eingetroffen

95 Tonnen schwer, 16 Meter lang: Das Kernstück einer der leistungsfähigsten industriellen Wärmepumpen ist am BASF-Standort Ludwigshafen eingetroffen

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The core of one of the most powerful industrial heat pumps has arrived at BASF’s Ludwigshafen site

95 tons in weight, 16 meters long: The core of one of the most powerful industrial heat pumps has arrived at BASF’s Ludwigshafen site

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High-Performance Meets Bio-Based: Why Furix™ is the Highlight of Yarn Expo 2026

FURIX™ is designed to deliver bio-based solutions that not only meet high performance standards but also align with long-term sustainability goals

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An oil shock is underway – will industries go bio-based?

Bio-based feedstocks can ease supply pressures in plastics, fertiliser, and clothing fibre

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22 April 202628 April 2026

nova experts (re)introduced: Verena Roberts

Project Manager Renewable Carbon Initiative - Coordination, Dissemination, and Communication

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Uluu awarded $2.1 million in Australian Government funding 

The increased production capacity will support a series of commercial trials, beginning with applications in cosmetics packaging and fashion

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Brazil has a new strategy to make biodiversity one of the country’s main economic assets for development by 2035

The plan is organized into three pillars – socio-bioeconomics and environmental assets, competitive bioindustrialization, and sustainable biomass production

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OMV and XRG Complete Transactions to Create Borouge International, Boosting Global Chemicals Leadership

Newly formed global polyolefins champion, created through the all-share combination of Borouge and Borealis and the acquisition of NOVA Chemicals

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Primient Launches New Biosolutions Business Unit to Accelerate Growth in the Bioeconomy

The creation of the company's new Biosolutions business will enable them to accelerate their progress in high-growth biomanufacturing markets

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21 April 202615 April 2026

LBB Specialties and DMC Biotechnologies Partner to Bring Fermented Inositols to the U.S. Market

Next-generation ingredients produced through precision fermentation — serving the Human Nutrition, Food, Personal Care, and Life Science markets

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Algenesis Cuts Carbon Footprint by Up to 65% with Soleic® Bio-Based Materials

With carbon reductions of up to 65%, these results show that Soleic® plant-based polyurethanes can significantly outperform petroleum-based materials in many areas

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ÄIO and tilk! launch first commercial skincare product powered by ÄIO’s bio-fermented RedOil!

Developed in partnership with natural skincare brand tilk!, the new serum showcases how upcycled, bio-fermented ingredients can deliver high performance while meeting growing regulatory and sustainability demands in the cosmetics industry

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Commission approves €6 billion Italian State aid scheme for renewable hydrogen

The aid will bring about positive effects, in particular on the environment, as it will contribute to the decarbonisation of sectors with high emissions

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Kommission genehmigt italienische Beihilferegelung im Umfang von 6 Mrd. EUR für erneuerbaren Wasserstoff

Die Beihilfe wird positive Auswirkungen insbesondere auf die Umwelt haben, da sie zur Dekarbonisierung von emissionsstarken Wirtschaftszweigen beitragen wird

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GS Biomats signs major commercial partnership with packaging giant

Jinjinda has been expanding into eco-friendly materials including biodegradable PETG and crystallizable PET

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Wissenschaftlicher Beirat übergibt Gutachten zu neuen Baumarten aus anderen Regionen für klimaresiliente Wälder

Der Wissenschaftliche Beirat für Waldpolitik (WBW) hat heute Bundesminister Alois Rainer sein Gutachten „Anpassung von Wäldern durch Unterstützte Migration: Potenziale und Risiken“ übergeben

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20 April 202628 April 2026

nova experts (re)introduced: Michael Carus

Founder and CEO of nova-Institute and Executive Manager of the Renewable Carbon Initiative

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The LYCRA Company Announces Strategic Partnership on Renewable LYCRA® Fiber

Agreement with Texhong Advances Sustainable Fiber Applications

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The LYCRA Company kündigt strategische Partnerschaft für Renewable LYCRA®-Faser an

Vereinbarung mit Texhong treibt nachhaltige Faseranwendungen voran

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We’ve extended our circular partnership with Rosebank Distillery

Celtic Renewables has renewed its partnership with ultra-premium whisky distillery, Rosebank, part of Ian Macleod Distillers, for another three years to produce bio-based green chemicals

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The entire Itabus fleet travels with Enilive HVO diesel biofuel

HVOlution is a hydrogenated vegetable oil that can be used in all validated diesel engines and is available in more than 1,550 Enilive service stations in Italy

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European Bioplastics begrüsst italienischen Entwurf zu industriell kompostierbaren Kunststoffverpackungen

EUBP sieht in der italienischen Initiative einen Beitrag zu verbesserten Rahmenbedingungen für Hersteller und Kunden von Biokunststoffen und will den Dialog mit politischen Entscheidungsträgern in Europa weiterführen

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Orta and Archroma launch denim collection dyed with wool waste

Premium denim mill ORTA debuts a FiberColors® collection at Kingpins Amsterdam, using Archroma’s dyes made from pre-consumer wool waste

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Fibu Receives SEK 4.26 Million from Klimatklivet to Scale Bio-Based Foam

Fibu develops a renewable foam material based on wood fibers designed to replace fossil-based plastic foams used in various applications such as packaging, insulation, and acoustics