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15 February 20199 September 2021

Exploitation permit for CO2 storage on the Norwegian Continental Shelf

Equinor has been awarded an exploitation permit for CO₂-storage on the Norwegian Continental Shelf

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Bioplastics: Promising but pricey

Polyhydroxyalkanoates are a family of bio-based plastics that would seem to have everything going for them

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14 February 201911 February 2019

Braskem and Haldor Topsoe startup demo unit for developing renewable MEG

Pilot plant's operation marks a decisive step in confirming the technical and economic feasibility of producing renewable MEG on an industrial scale

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UD researchers synthesize renewable oils for use in lubricants

Findings report a strategy to create renewable lubricant base oils efficiently from non-food biomass

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Benjamin Stern: Wie wir endlich von der Flasche loskommen

19-jähriger Amerikaner entwickelt Verpackungen, die sich noch in der Dusche auflösen

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DuPont and NIPI™, Makers of Thindown®, Partner To Create A Revolutionary Next Generation of Down Fabric

Innovative material brands are collaborating for a single, seamless sheet of Sorona^® and Thindown^® fabric – offering superior warmth and breathable insulation

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Anstecker ohne Mikroplastik: Mit dem Wiener biobutton biologisch abbaubar die Meinung sagen

Startup biobutton setzt bei seinen neuen Ansteckern aus Holzfasern auf Nachhaltigkeit

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NTU Singapore scientists find one more reason for us to love the durian

Researchers found that Durian seeds not only contain necessary elements to serve as a food stabiliser, but also support probiotics

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Scientist Makes Bioplastic Out of Discarded Olive Pits Thanks to Her Dad’s Strange Eating Habits

Young Turkish woman has received several awards and grants for her groundbreaking work, hopes that her Start-up Biolive will continue

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Biofuel sustainability criteria ‘blocked’ in EU Commission

Proposed low-risk certification scheme criteria seemed “too light” to some commissioners, as it would pave the way for an easier entering of palm oil in the EU-market

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Biofuel production in sub-Saharan Africa could be prioritized for aviation

WWF report: "Taking off: Understanding the sustainable aviation biofuel potential in sub-Saharan Africa"

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EU’s Joint Research Centre publishes report on biobased chemicals

The authors identify production costs as the main barrier to growth of the biobased chemicals market

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13 February 20198 February 2019

Carbios and Carbiolice enter into a joint development agreement with Novozymes for long-term supply of enzymes at industrial-scale

Collaboration aims to act as a catalyst by making single use plastics environmentally-friendly and cost competitive

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Algen als Gebäudeverkleidung

Algenvorhang ermöglicht CO₂-Speicherung und Kühlung

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European Commission welcomes ECHA’s opinion on restricting microplastics intentionally added to products

Dossier reviews available scientific information on hazards of microplastics, identifies their uses and emissions, and tries to assess the risks

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Carbon pricing and digital tax find traction in Davos

At World Economic Forum, the issue of improving the tax system by fighting against tax havens and closing loopholes played an important role

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Forscher entwickeln einen nachhaltigen Kunststoff aus Krabben und Baumfasern

Der ist biologisch abbaubar und schützt Lebensmittel besser als normales Plastik

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China Pulp & Paper Industry – Macro Policies and Challenges

As the world 2nd largest economy, China is trying utmost effort to strengthen its macro policies to guide its Pulp & Paper players

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“I can’t believe it’s not leather!” Veja debuts eco-friendly vegan kicks

Veja, a Paris based eco-company partners directly with organic cotton farmers in Brazil and Peru and with rubber tappers in the Amazon

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No Carbon Left Behind: The Digest’s 2019 Multi-Slide Guide to LanzaTech

Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech, gave this illuminating overview at ABLC Global 2018 in San Francisco

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Novel unusual sugar from cyanobacteria acts as natural herbicide

Chemists and microbiologists at Tübingen University discover sugar molecule that inhibits the growth of plants and microorganisms and is harmless to human cells ‒ An alternative to controversial glyphosate?

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Ungewöhnlicher Zucker aus Cyanobakterien wirkt als natürliches Herbizid

Chemiker und Mikrobiologen der Universität Tübingen entdecken Zuckermolekül, das Pflanzen und Mikroorganismen hemmt und für menschliche Zellen ungefährlich ist ‒ Eine Alternative für das umstrittene Glyphosat?

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12 February 20197 February 2019

World Health Organization recommends rescheduling cannabis, provides clarity on CBD

New report recommends several changes to how cannabis is scheduled, which could have significant implications for the cannabis industry

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The European Industrial Hemp Association names Ms Lorenza Romanese as Managing Director

Lorenza is taking over Mr Michael Carus duties, who lead the association for the last 13 years

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Eastman Naia showcases sustainable fashion at Première Vision

Eco-conscious cellulosic yarn poised to revolutionize womenswear

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This Biotech Makes Cosmetics out of Seaweed

Biorefinery company Algaia progressing fresh seaweed into multiple applications

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Bioplastik effizienter herstellen

Nürnberger Bioingenieurin Stephanie Stute arbeitet an der Herstellung biobasierter und biologisch abbaubarer Kunststoffe aus Polybuttersäure

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An eco-friendly napkin made from cellulose derivatives

Napkins and diapers contain plastics and take a long time to degrade - scholar creates alternative as part of Ph.D. work

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Castor oil ski boots, biohybrid car, Neutrogena 3D printed hydrogel mask, biosolvents, biobowls and more

The Digest’s Top 10 Innovations for the week of January 25th

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POET’s JIVE improves, rejuvenates asphalt in roads across the US

Proprietary corn oil product is lower cost, better performing than petroleum modifiers

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Bitter rapeseed

How rapeseed could be used as a protein source for human nutrition

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Bitterer Raps

Wie Raps als Eiweißquelle für die menschliche Ernährung genutzt werden könnte

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11 February 201912 February 2019

2018 was a very good year for bio-based polymers: Several additional capacities were put into operation

The new market and trend report “Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities, Production and Trends 2018-2023”

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2018 war ein sehr gutes Jahr für bio-basierte Polymere: Mehrere zusätzliche Kapazitäten wurden in Betrieb genommen

Markt- und Trendreport „Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities, Production and Trends 2018-2023“ erschienen

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nova experts introduced: Dr. Pia Skoczinski

Technology & Markets

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Nouryon launches a more sustainable defoamer for cleaning applications

Itaconix will produce and supply polymers with chelating properties that Nouryon will market to customers

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Hit the slopes with bio-based skis and snowboards

Hanno Schwab builds skis using flax fibre composites and wood and flax cores

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BioCampus Straubing GmbH: Mit Start-Ups für mehr Nachhaltigkeit

Gründerwettbewerb PlanB zeichnet beste Geschäftsideen für die biobasierte Wirtschaft aus

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Unilever and Bio-on present My Kai the new line of ultra-green sun creams

World’s first product made from renewable plant sources and 100% biodegradable

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Bioökonomie muss nachhaltig werden

Aktionsforum Bioökonomie sieht Importe von Biomasse aus dem globalen Süden kritisch, ohne damit Rücksicht auf Ressourcenverbräuche zu nehmen

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It is technically feasible to double the yield of EU agriculture by 2050, says researcher

Preparatory action to boost global crop yield for food & nutrition security and fueling a bioeconomy

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Paper, the forgotten forest destroyer

55% of global paper consumption is made of wrapping and packaging, on the rise from 392 million tonnes in 2010 to 410 million tonnes in 2017

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Gevo Announces Breakthrough Development of Renewable Isoprene, a Key Chemical Building Block for Producing Rubber and Rubber Products

Potentially price competitive with petroleum-based isoprene, made with 100% renewable carbon

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Green guns, poop plastic, kenaf cars, wildflower jacket insulation, leaf extracts that fight blue light damage and more: The Digest’s Top 10 Innovations for the week of January 30th

The pace of bioeconomy invention and change continues at a frenetic pace – here are the top innovations for the week of January 30th

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8 February 20195 February 2019

Sustainability: Commission presents a reflection paper on a more sustainable Europe by 2030

Further action needed to secure a sustainable future in the interest of citizens' well-being

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Nachhaltigkeit: Kommission legt Reflexionspapier über ein nachhaltigeres Europa bis 2030 vor

Weitere Maßnahmen erforderlich für eine nachhaltige Zukunft im Interesse des Wohlergehens der Bürgerinnen und Bürger

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Skin art goes green

Green House Tattoo Supplies is the world’s first company to offer a plant-based range of tattoo supplies

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BASF is the first chemical company to certify biomass balanced products according to the new REDcert2 standard for the chemical industry

New REDcert2 standard ensures the correct attribution of renewable resources in BASF’s value chain

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Von der Terrassendiele zum Industriefördersystem – WPC kann mehr!

Forscher der TU Chemnitz optimieren den Werkstoff aus Holz und Kunststoff für neue Anwendungen

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Most Sustainable Companies

Chr. Hansen ranked as the most sustainable company in the world