19 October 20179 September 2021 Wie sieht die Zukunft der Kohlenstoffwirtschaft aus? Neues Themenheft von Fraunhofer UMSICHT diskutiert Aspekte einer Transformation des heutigen kohlenstoffbasierten Wirtschaftssystems
Genetically engineered microorganisms can produce fluorinated PHA – among other things University of California researchers manipulate the biosynthetic machinery in cells to getting new organofluorine target molecules
Biofuel Production with the Sun, the Sea and Thermochemical Reactions New approaches to the science and technology of CO2-to-fuels may alter the energetics, the economics, and the business case to the point where bio-based CO2 conversion could be poised for a radical leap forward
Bioreactors on a chip renew promises for algal biofuels One of many improvements necessary for sustainable production of algal biofuel is the development of better algae
A second life for recovered wood The aim of the EU-funded CaReWood project is to reuse this secondary raw material several times over – for example in house-building or to make furniture
Altholz – neues Leben als Sekundärrohstoff Ziel des EU-Projekts CaReWood ist es, den Rohstoff mehrfach wiederzuverwerten – etwa für den Hausbau oder um Möbel daraus herzustellen
An interview with Marco Astorri, CEO of Bio-on “It is necessary to make a step forward to more circular processes”
18 October 201716 October 2017 API sets new milestone in biodegradability of coffee capsules Company introduced a broadened portfolio of APINAT® Bioplastics for single-serve coffee capsules
Mossi Ghisolfi is considering selling its business in the biofuels sector Biorefinery of Mossi Ghisolfi is the first plant in the world to be designed and built to produce bioethanol from agricultural residues and energy crops at commercial scale
Bio-Flammschutz für Kunststoffe: Fraunhofer LBF erschließt neue Verwendungsmöglichkeiten für Lignin Als Kunststoffadditiv besitzt Lignin die Fähigkeit, die Entflammbarkeit von Kunststoffen zu reduzieren
A company just inked the first ever deal to supply US-grown hemp fiber to an apparel company This fiber supply contract marks a historic milestone in the U.S. Hemp Industry, and particularly for American-made hemp textiles
Could CO2 be the new fuel feedstock? Reducing the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere is one of the defining issues of our times, but the most prominent method — carbon capture and storage (CCS) — has made little progress over the last decade…
FAO official: GMOs not needed but we should be open to biotechnologies An Interview with Daniel Gustafson, the Deputy Director-General of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)
FAO: Nahrungsmittel-Herausforderung kann ohne Genpflanzen gemeistert werden Interview mit Daniel Gustafson, dem Vize-Generalsekretär der Ernährungs- und Landwirtschaftsorganisation der Vereinten Nationen (FAO).
USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Announces $21.1 Million to Grow the Bioeconomy Today’s investments will help speed the development of regional systems for sustainable bioenergy, bioproducts, and biomaterials production
Nike launches Flyleather sneakers Nike’s Flyleather material is made with at least 50% recycled natural leather fiber made from discarded cow hide scraps from the floor of tanneries
17 October 201716 October 2017 Víctor Infante talks about: ASEBIO Report 2016 CEO of Bionaturis Group: "We have gone from the time when the “big fish eats the small one” to the “fast fish eats the slow one"
Scientists develop electro-organic synthesis that allows sustainable and green production of fine chemicals Innovative contribution to the energy transition
Wissenschaftler entwickeln elektroorganische Synthese für nachhaltige grüne Herstellung von Feinchemikalien Innovativer Beitrag zur Energiewende
Bio-basiertes Elastomer Septon Bio: Zucker für extra viel Grip Entwicklung des Spezialchemie-Herstellers Kuraray in Kooperation mit Amyris überzeugt in vielfältigen Anwendungen
Breakthrough in direct activation of CO2 and CH4 into liquid fuels and chemicals University of Liverpool researchers report a very unique plasma synthesis process for the direct, one-step activation of carbon dioxide and methane into higher value liquid fuels and chemicals
Energiewende: Technologieoffener Ansatz bietet am meisten Vorteile dena gibt mit Leitstudie Integrierte Energiewende Empfehlungen für Koalitionsverhandlungen
Member states seek to water down food waste proposal Member states have been trying to exclude pre-retail food waste from the directive and avoid specific deadlines
EU-Länder wollen Vorschlag gegen Lebensmittelverschwendung verwässern Die Abfälle im sogenannten Pre-Retail-Bereich machen 59 Prozent aller Lebensmittelabfälle in der EU aus
Modern Meadow launches biofabricated leather Modern Meadow is currently partnering with world-class brands across luxury and consumer goods categories to grow products of Zoa
Celebrate Oktoberfest with Biotech Beer! Not only can biotechnology help produce beer, it can also improve it
16 October 201712 October 2017 Biofuels phase-out will raise demand for feed imports, industry warns EU executive decided to cut the cap on biofuels in transport from 7% to 3.8% EU
Ein Papier, das Kupfer aufspürt – Biosensor für Schwermetalle Empa-Forscher entwickeln Nachweismatrix aus mikrofibrillierter Zellulose
Study: Sunlight and the right microbes convert Arctic carbon into carbon dioxide Oregon State and University of Michigan research identified compounds that microbes prefer using high-resolution chemistry and genetic approache
The Impact of Systems Biology on Bioprocessing About the current impact of systems biology and challenges of closing the gap between bioprocessing and more traditional methods of chemical production
“Charter for Wood 2.0“: Charta für Holz 2.0-Broschüre ab sofort auch auf Englisch verfügbar Im Kontext aktueller nationaler und internationaler Strategien liefert die Charta wichtige Argumente für Entscheider und Multiplikatoren
Building Blocks from Biocrude: The Digest’s 2017 Multi-Slide Guide to High Value Methoxyphenols Demonstrating that remaining biocrude fractions can be upgraded into biofuels
Studies Show Crop Residues Provide a Billion Dollar Business Opportunity New economic impact analyses highlight the untapped value of crop residue byproducts of ethanol production for agricultural states
New biomaterial could replace plastic laminates, greatly reduce pollution Compostable material could eliminate millions of tons of petroleum-based plastic annually
13 October 201712 October 2017 Finnish packaging material innovation awarded as the best green packaging in Monaco Sulapac® replaces plastic with fully biodegradable patented solution
Improving air quality with soy Air pollution is a major public health issue worldwide. Could bio-based filters be the answer?
New efficient catalyst for key step in artificial photosynthesis Process sets free protons and electrons that can be used to make fuels
Frankfurter Buchmesse: Lautsprecher aus Papier wollen den Buchmarkt erobern Projekt "Sprechendes" T-Book wird vom Bundesforschungsministerium gefördert
WooDoo: Transparentes Holz Thermoformbarer Holzwerkstoff für Architektur, Möbeldesign und Fahrzeuginterior
Green Biologics’ renewable chemicals granted Kosher and Halal certification Company’s n-butanol and acetone can now serve as ingredients for the growing markets for kosher and halal consumer goods
Kraftstoff aus Abfällen und Elektrizität? Wissenschaftler zeigen, dass es möglich ist, aus komplexer Biomasse und elektrischer Energie drop-in Kraftstoff zu produzieren
12 October 201710 October 2017 Total Corbion PLA at Fakuma: bioplastic innovations from coffee capsules to sushi platters Visitors are welcome to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee brewed from a PLA coffee capsule and served in a PLA cup
Neuer Leitfaden zur Trocknung von Arzneipflanzen Im Fokus stehen Maßnahmen zur Steigerung der Energieeffizienz unter primärenergetischen und wirtschaftlichen Gesichtspunkten
UPM Raflatac launches new plant-based PE film for home and personal care applications RafBio PE performs just like standard PE film, and its excellent flexibility makes it ideal for squeezable bottles and contoured containers
Modern Meadow Launches Zoa, the First Ever Biofabricated Leather Material Brand After five years of research and development in the lab, Modern Meadow is excited to share a series of product prototypes with the public, and unveil the brand: Zoa
Meet the Transgenic Silkworms That Are Spinning out Spider Silk Michigan-based polymer development company KBL using silkworms to produce spidersilk
SC Johnson to Acquire Method and Ecover According to SC Johnson, it has an ongoing dialogue about chemicals, disclosure and so-called natural products
German researchers boost metabolism of baker’s yeast to improve yields Artificial transporter enzyme complexes improve sugar utilization in baker’s yeast
