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29 January 201920 January 2019

State of the Renewable Chemicals Industry

My key takeaway for 2018 is that the renewable chemicals industry definitely continues to struggle especially when it comes to financing the commercialization phase of their projects

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28 January 201923 January 2019

Covestro at Cosmetagora: Sustainable formulations for cosmetic products

Baycusan^® eco E 1000: a new biobased film former

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Promising bioplastic derived from “poo molecule”

A new, fossil-free bioplastic is emerging. According to lab experiments, it is more durable than both regular plastic and other bioplastics

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RED II – Small steps in the ongoing struggle to put bioenergy on a sustainable path

Final version of the Directive on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources (RED II) was published

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Eine Bioraffinerie für den Bauernhof

Hohenheimer Chemikerin will eine Bioraffinerie auf dem Bauernhof etablieren, um vor Ort aus pflanzlichen Rohstoffen Basischemikalien zu gewinnen

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Mexico: National University Experts Create Biodegradable Lenses

Mexico's UNAM experts have developed contact lenses to treat inflammatory diseases

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Why It’s Time to Make the Switch to Compostable Band-Aids

Two Australian companies are now selling biodegradable bandages as a more eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic bandages

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Sulzer helps turn carbon emissions into biofuels at the ArcelorMittal Gent plant

Sulzer was appointed on the basis of its extensive expertise, in-depth knowledge and manufacturing capabilities for the processing industries

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Christmas trees to paint and sweeteners, newly discovered protein, hemp beard oils, potato waste fiberboard, biobased outdoor apparel and cosmetics, and more: The Digest’s Top 10 Innovations for the week of January 10th

The pace of bioeconomy invention and change continues at a frenetic pace. Here are the top innovations for the week of January 10th

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25 January 201922 January 2019

Bio-based Solvent Produces Highest-quality Graphene Ink Ever Reported

Report about Cyrene^® shows "near-ideal physical properties for graphite exfoliation and the production of graphene dispersions"

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FNR übernimmt die Projektträgerschaft für den Waldklimafonds

FNR löst die Bundesanstalt für Landwirtschaft und Ernährung (BLE) als bisherigen Projektträger für den Waldklimafonds ab

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Integrated CO2 Capture and Conversion into Valuable Hydrocarbons

Novel multifunctional catalyst consisting of Fe₂O₃ encapsulated in K₂CO₃ can capture and simultaneously transform CO₂ into olefins

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c-LEcta announces two long-term industry collaborations

Agreement aims at the development and commercialization of an enzymatic process for the production of a fine chemical for the pharmaceutical industry

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c-LEcta gibt den Abschluss von zwei langfristigen Industrie-Kooperationen bekannt

Entwicklung und Kommerzialisierung eines enzymatischen Verfahrens zur Herstellung einer Feinchemikalie für die pharmazeutische Industrie

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South Korea: Samyang aims to build isosorbide factory for eco-friendly plastic

Food and chemical conglomerate plans to produce about 10,000 tons of isosorbide

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Iranian researchers invent nano-mulch to cope with dust storms

Nano-mulch improves soil resistance to erosion, increases its fertility and is biodegradable

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Global Bioenergies Welcomes France’s Decision to Increase Biofuel Mandates

Biofuel players will thus be able to continue building plants and creating jobs in rural environments while reducing greenhouse gas emissions from transportation

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Top 10 Bioeconomy Markets and Predictions for 2019

As the sunset of 2018 gives way to the dawn of 2019, once again roll the dice as we list the Digest’s 10 Top Advanced Bioeconomy Markets & Predictions for 2019

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24 January 201921 January 2019

Feeding the World in 2050: Biobased Solutions for a Growing Population

Several companies have developed technologies to convert renewable biomass into more environmentally-friendly proteins

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Kein Kunststoff mehr im Ozean?

Neue nachhaltige Technologie, die von TAU-Forschern entwickelt wurde, könnte die Welt von ihrem schlimmsten Schadstoff befreien

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Biohydrogen: the next green alternative fuel

Biohydrogen production using organic wastes and requires less energy input compared to thermochemical and electrolysis processes

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Zahnbürsten aus Zuckerrohr: Firma forscht mit Biokunststoff

Gemeinsam mit dem Fraunhofer-Institut sucht ein vogtländisches Unternehmen nach Alternativen zu Plastik

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Indochine Bio Plastiques (ICBP) received compostability certification from DIN CERTCO

Company successfully certified their ICBP Granulate according to the compostability standards EN 13432 and ASTM D 6400

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Are we fast enough for change: a global view of design and timber

Timber can play an increased role in the fundamental change necessary for a sustainable future

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An interview with Jürgen Eck CEO BRAIN AG, the Most Innovative Bioeconomy CEO 2018

In this exclusive interview, the Most Innovative Bioeconomy CEO 2018 voted by our readers, talks about his company, the bioeconomy and the concept of innovation

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Vision 2040 of the European Forest-based Sector launched in Vienna

Conference aimed to show that the forest-based sector is a leading actor in and enabler of a circular bioeconomy

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23 January 201923 January 2019

Neste is not using palm oil as a raw material for renewable aviation fuel

Company utilises a diverse portfolio of raw materials with an ever expanding focus on waste and residue as sources of feedstock for their renewable products

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Eco-friendly phone cases to channel your inner Attenborough

GQ searches for the most stylish eco-friendly phone cases, which are gentle on the earth but tough enough to keep your handset safe

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Advanced BioCarbon 3D develops engineering grade wood-based 3D printer filament

Company is currently scaling production to begin sales in the first quarter of 2019

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Faltbare Feldbetten aus Wellpappe

Mit Einweg-Feldbetten aus nachwachsenden Rohstoffen will Diplom-Ingenieur Sven Grasselt-Gille Abfallberge aus Notunterkünften vermeiden helfen

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Green catalysts with Earth-abundant metals accelerate production of bio-based plastic

Tokyo Tech researchers found manganese dioxide by itself as catalyst for oxidizing HMF

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Rio gets a pilot plant to explore energy from waste

New Rio de Janeiro technology is able to extract 100 to 150 cubic meters of biogas per processed tonne, with 50% - 60% of methane concentration

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Raw materials ‘megatrends’ point to looming supply risks in Europe

Is the world on track for a repeat of the resource boom seen in the early 21st century?

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22 January 20199 September 2021

Carbon, concrete, cotton – BASF has it covered

Four projects and commitment to R&D that furthers sustainability, lowers emissions, and improves efficiencies show they are serious about improving

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Kräuterverpackung: Vollständig biologisch abbaubar und recyclingfähig

Bio Kepos 3 wurde speziell für aromatische Bio-Kräuter entwickelt und besteht aus drei umweltfreundlichen Komponenten

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Dutch Company Unveils World’s First Prefab House Built Entirely of Cannabis

Hemp homes are said to be durable and affordable, as well as earthquake-resistant

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Scheufelen GmbH: Eigenkapitalerhöhung wegen Graspapier

Süddeutsche Firma nutzt Graspapier als vollwertige Alternative für aus herkömmlichem Plastik hergestellte Artikel wie Mulchfolien, Becher oder Einweggeschirr

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Increased preference of Bio-based Products to Augment Methyl Ester Sulfonate (MES) Market

Rise in unrefined petroleum costs, trailed by the rise in petrochemicals costs paving the way for Methyl ester sulfonates (MES) extracted from coconut oil and palm oil

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Advances in taking mass timber mainstream

International Code Council (ICC) has announced code change proposals that would represent another large step in that direction

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Stora Enso and FSC® join forces in a strategic partnership

Stora Enso and the FSC have signed an international partnership agreement establishing a long-term strategic collaboration to develop and promote sustainable forestry

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Treibstoff für klimaneutrales Fliegen

Verbundprojekt „PowerFuel“ bereitet am KIT Markteinführung von synthetischem Kerosin auserneuerbarem Strom und Kohlendioxid aus der Luft vor

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21 January 201916 January 2019

Using bacteria to produce fluorinated products sustainably

New EU-funded project, SinFonia, will come up with a more sustainable alternative to the current production of fluorinated products

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Scientists engineer shortcut for photosynthetic glitch, boost crop growth 40%

International research project is engineering crops to photosynthesize more efficiently to sustainably increase worldwide food productivity

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Porsche Releases First Race Car Made of Hemp: 718 Cayman GT4

New Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport featuring natural-fiber body parts

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FNR und KIWUH laden auf die Internationale Grüne Woche 2019 ein

Schaufenster Bioökonomie wieder geöffnet – Erstmals dabei: Die Wald- und Holzexperten vom neu gegründeten KIWUH

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From Life Cycle Impact Assessments to Bio-Based Synthetics

How Kathmandu is Reshaping Outdoor Eco Apparel

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Bioplastics: the solution to India’s plastic pollution woes?

For ensuring greater adoption of the biodegradable variant, manufacturers say a major policy push is needed from government to help make it more affordable

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Bacterial protein could help find materials for your next smartphone

A newly discovered protein could help detect, target and collect from the environment the rare-earth metals used in smartphones

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The vanished mirror image

Photochemical deracemization of chiral compounds achieved

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Das verschwundene Spiegelbild

Photochemische Deracemisierung chiraler Verbindungen gelungen