18 March 202517 March 2025 Smithers-Oasis Launches Plant-Based Floral Foam OASIS® Renewal ™ Floral Foam is certified OK biobased with a 4-star rating from TÜV Austria
Olivebio joins GO!PHA OliveBio, the Los Angeles-based (CA, USA) start-up laser-focused on lowering the barriers for PHA adoption across industries, is joining GO!PHA network
Towards mineralised mycelium biocomposites: optimising fungal growth and ureolytic biomineralisation KU Leuven researchers investigated the optimal conditions for fungal growth and microbial calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP) for mineralising matrices of MBCs, with the aim of enhancing MBC properties
17 March 202511 March 2025 New book urges design to lead the transition to sustainable materials Designers and manufacturers must rethink their approach to material selection as plastics have become the default material in consumer product design due to their lightweight, durability, and affordability
Global Fiber Packaging Business Plants Roots in Renville, Minn. Plant-Based Packaging Firm, CelluComp, Sees Growth Potential with Minnesota Sugar Beets as PFAS and Plastics Alternative
High value, zero waste – ATB researchers conceptualise novel biorefinery Researchers from Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy in Potsdam recently published a concept paper in the scientific Biofuel Research Journal, which combines common bioeconomy models into a comprehensive concept
Mehrwert ohne Abfall – ATB-Forscher konzipieren neuartige Bioraffinerie Forschende des Leibniz-Instituts für Agrartechnik und Bioökonomie aus Potsdam veröffentlichten kürzlich ein Konzeptpapier im Biofuel Research Journal, das gängige Modelle der Bioökonomie zu einem umfassenden Konzept vereint
14 March 202510 March 2025 The world’s first biomass-balanced polyethersulfone (PESU) The BASF ISCC zertified PESU is identical to the standard grade in properties, quality, and certification for e.g., food and water contact
Das weltweit erste biomassenbilanzierte Polyethersulfon (PESU) Das BASF-PESU ist identisch mit der Standardtype in Bezug auf Eigenschaften, Qualität und Zertifizierung für den Kontakt z.B. mit Lebensmitteln und Wasser
Parkside hits sustainable sweet spot with compostable pack for Datekin Sukkari date launch The cradle-to-cradle packaging design, which is guaranteed to break down in several weeks, synergises with Lama’s sustainability messaging, complementing the all-natural dates with a pack that breaks down naturally
Pow.Bio Unveils State-of-the-Art Facility in Alameda Expanding Biomanufacturing Capabilities to Support Demand for Continuous Fermentation
CO2 in Brennstoff umwandeln – mit Hilfe von Batterieabfällen Upcycling als Klima-Game-Changer: Aus alten Batterien und Alufolie-Resten wurde an der TU Wien ein Nanokatalysator erzeugt, mit dem sich CO2 aus der Luft in wertvolles Methan umwandeln lässt
Converting CO2 into fuel – with the help of battery waste Upcycling as a climate game-changer: A nanocatalyst has been produced at TU Wien based on spent batteries and aluminium foil residues, converting CO2 into valuable methane
An interview with Dirk Carrez, Executive Director of BIC (Biobased Industries Consortium) Is there Enough Biomass to Defossilise the Chemicals and Derived Materials Sector by 2050?
Was ist Massenbilanzierung? Immer mehr Kunststoffe sind massenbilanziert. Was heißt das genau und welche Vorteile bringt es?
13 March 202513 March 2025 Bio-based raw materials and the role of certification in building and construction – Interview with 3-CO’s advisory board member Martin Behrens In a recent webinar by the EU-funded 3-CO project, Martin Behrens from Fachagentur Nachwachsende Rohstoffe (FNR) gave an overview on bio-based construction materials and their certification, and presented the Quality Seal for Sustainable Buildings (QNG). His insights are now available as webinar recording and in an in-depth interview
Fashion for Good Launches Fibre Fragmentation Project – Behind the Break Testing will be conducted across three laboratories to analyse fibre fragmentation in cotton knit, cotton woven, and polyester knit fabrics
Portugal: EIB finances Galp’s Renewable Hydrogen and Biofuels projects in Sines with €430 million Loan for the construction of two key projects aimed at transforming Galp’s Sines Refinery, making a crucial contribution for the decarbonization of heavy-duty road transport and aviation
Sinclair simplifies compostable produce stickers as global momentum rises The launch of the Sinclair T55 label at Fruit Attraction last year is a culminated effort in high-performance compostable labels suitable for high-speed applications in packinghouses
12 March 202511 March 2025 How Leading LCA Standards Address Renewable Carbon: An RCI Study New study by the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) analyses key Life Cycle Assessment and Carbon Footprint Standards and their implications for Renewable Carbon-based Products
Synthetic Carbon Assimilation Surpasses Nature New-to-Nature Pathway Outperforms Natural Pathway in Living Bacteria
Künstliche Kohlenstoff-Fixierung überholt die Natur Synthetische Kohlenstofffixierung arbeitet auch in lebenden Bakterien effizienter als natürliche Stoffwechselwege
TotalEnergies Joins Forces with Air Liquide to Decarbonize its Refineries in Northern Europe with Green Hydrogen Agreements to develop two projects in the Netherlands, for the production and delivery of some 45,000 tons a year of green hydrogen
KUNSTSTOFF MAGAZIN: 2. Platz, Kategorie Werkstoffe: Bio-Fed Die Produktlinie unter dem Markennamen M·Biobase besteht teilweise oder vollständig aus biobasierten und/oder biomassebilanzierten Materialien und weist einen verbesserten CO2-Fußabdruck auf
CelluComp proposes sustainable packaging using Minnesota’s sugar beet pulp waste Global fiber packaging manufacturer will open its very first commercial-scale facility in the U.S., in Renville, Minnesota
EIT Climate-KIC becomes Climate KIC As the EIT grant cycle comes to an end, and EIT Climate-KIC transitions from its EIT roots, the organisation begins a new chapter in its history
11 March 20257 March 2025 The LEGO Group introduces tires made with recycled materials These new tires are already featured in select LEGO® sets, with a full transition planned for later this year
LEGO stellt Reifen vor, die zu 30% aus recyceltem Material bestehen Die innovativen Reifen sind bereits in ausgewählten LEGO®-Sets enthalten und sollen bis Ende des Jahres flächendeckend auf den Markt kommen
NatureWorks Introduces Ingeo™ 3D300: Our Fastest, High-Quality 3D Printing Grade Yet Faster printing, better cost efficiency, and superior quality for the additive manufacturing industry
Braskem shifts focus to gas for polymer production The company expects a slight improvement in domestic polymer demand this year, and has already seen some improvement
„Belgien, Deutschland und die Niederlande fordern entschlossene Maßnahmen für einen europäischen Wasserstoffmarkt“ Die Wasserstoffräte aus Belgien, Deutschland und den Niederlanden rufen die politischen Entscheidungsträger zu entschlossenem Handeln auf, um den europäischen Wasserstoffmarkt schnell und nachhaltig zu realisieren
Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands Call for Decisive Action for a European Hydrogen Market The Hydrogen Councils of Belgium, Germany and the Dutch Hydrogen Association are calling for a clear, European strategy to strengthen the hydrogen market
International Women’s Day: Women in the History of Plastics Female polymer pioneers and their influence on industry, science and everyday life
UPM Timber launches carbon storage calculator Wood is an excellent building material due to its renewability, durability, and carbon sequestration capacity
Bio-Schaum-NFK: Nachhaltige Leichtbauteile für urbane Elektromobilität Innovatives Forschungsprojekt kombiniert biobasierte Kunststoffe und Naturfasern für ressourcenschonende Fahrzeugkomponenten
10 March 202510 March 2025 Bacterial nanocellulose: A sustainable alternative to forest resource consumption One of the most promising options is a biopolymer produced by certain bacteria that offers unique properties and a more environmentally friendly manufacturing process
A Clean Industrial Deal for competitiveness and decarbonisation in the EU The Clean Industrial Deal will accelerate decarbonisation, while securing the future of manufacturing in Europe
KUNSTSTOFF MAGAZIN Produkt des Jahres 2025: 3. Platz, Kategorie Werkstoffe: Borealis Borcycle GD3600SY wird erstmals in der Serienproduktion von Mittelkonsolenträgern bei Peugeot eingesetzt
From ocean to table, without plastic attached: Dundrun switches to sustainable Sulapac seafood tags This marks an important step towards cutting plastic waste in the seafood supply chain
Starbucks customers react as chain rolls out new cup design in 14 states: ‘No more TikTok drinks’ The switch allows the company to align with local regulations in certain cities that have passed legislation requiring transitions away from single-use plastic
Clean Industrial Deal risks overlooking criticality of plastics manufacturing to Europe’s industrial base Plastics Europe calls for greater urgency and tailored action plan
Kunststoffe als Fundament der europäischen Industrie im Clean Industrial Deal verankern Es fehlen dringliche Maßnahmen für eine klimaneutrale und wettbewerbsfähige Kreislaufwirtschaft
7 March 20254 March 2025 Boeing partners with Norsk e-Fuel to advance SAF production Boeing’s investment will accelerate the production and availability of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Nordics and globally
Innovatives Papier- und Verpackungsmaterial aus Zuckerrüben BeetKraft® ist ein innovatives Material von Südzucker, das aus Co-Produkten der Zuckerproduktion hergestellt wird und über ein patentiertes Veredelungsverfahren zu einem hochwertigen Ersatz von holzbasiertem Zellstoff aufbereitet wird
Metsä Group starts pre-engineering of Kuura textile fibre mill The pre-engineering of the Kuura mill is expected to continue until the summer of 2026
Vision Life Holdings Launches New Water-based Eco Ink for Textile Printing Vision Life Holdings, led by CEO Mu-hyun Choi, South Korea, has introduced UTEX Eco Ink after extensive research
6 March 20252 March 2025 Debut Scores Breakthrough in Carmine Bioproduction and Unveils Plans to Launch the First-ever Molecular Replica of the Vibrant Red Pigment Debut's biomanufactured carmine offers unparalleled health, safety, animal-free and environmental advantages
Arsenale Bioyards Raises $10M to Cut Biomanufacturing Costs by 90% with First-of-its-Kind end-to-end Platform Arsenale’s proprietary and first-of-its-kind end-to-end platform aims at drastically reducing costs and time - by up to 90% - and accelerating the adoption of sustainable bio-based alternatives
2023: Record-breaking Increase in Renewable Electricity Electricity from renewables dominates in Austria, Sweden and Denmark while shares above 50% were registered in Portugal, Spain, Croatia, Latvia and Finland