18 August 202612 August 2026 Following the Trail of Slime Snails can adjust the chemical composition of their mucus to make it liquid, solid or sticky as needed
Dem Schneckenschleim auf der Spur Wie schaffen es Schnecken, mit demselben Schleim zu kriechen, zu haften und sich zu schützen? Forschende zeigen, dass sie dessen chemische Zusammensetzung je nach Aufgabe gezielt anpassen
Coffee grounds can be converted into a raw material for producing biofuels A URV study has optimised a process to extract oil from spent coffee grounds, enabling the recovery of almost 90% of the yield obtained by other techniques, but with fewer impurities and with the remainder of the biomass able to be repurposed for new uses
Aus Ameisensäure wird Wasserstoff Ein neuer Katalysator ermöglicht die Umwandlung von Ameisensäure in Wasserstoff und eröffnet damit Wege zu biobasierten Energiekonzepten
UK startup Ponda lands £2.35m to scale wetland-grown insulation Ponda makes BioPuff, a plant-based insulation derived from typha, commonly known as bulrush - the 30-month project will establish a 30-hectare demonstration site dedicated to growing typha at scale
17 August 202611 August 2026 Algenesis Jumps from Silver to Gold in EcoVadis Rating, Landing in the Top 5% Worldwide The San Diego materials science company scored 82 out of 100 this year, up 10 points from 2025, putting it in the 96th percentile of companies EcoVadis rates
Europäische Verpackungsverordnung (PPWR): GemPSI schafft Klarheit zum Start der ersten Anforderungen Zahlreiche weitere Anforderungen der Verordnung werden erst in den kommenden Jahren wirksam und hierfür stehen noch europäische Detailregelungen aus
Green Science Alliance Made Quantum Dot from Sargassum and Sargassum Waste The synthesized quantum dots have potential applications in sensors, bioimaging, catalysts, LEDs, the energy industry, and agriculture
14 August 202610 August 2026 Global report reveals the scale of microfibre emissions from textile manufacturing Report by Earth Action and supported by The Nature Conservancy, alongside global brands including Patagonia, Under Armour and Decathlon, is a benchmark study to generate greater visibility alongside actionable solutions to the growing challenge of microfibres
Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits and Braskem Announce Bio-Acetone as a Coproduction Opportunity in Ethanol Facilities Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits' innovative yeast with Braskem's bolt-on separation technology and market development enable the production of a renewable, high-value coproduct that has consistent market demand
The side-stream solution: how three Scandinavian biorefineries are helping to reinvent crop protection CROPSAFE, a Horizon Europe research project, is rooted in the circular bioeconomy: a model that combines two important ideas
Biologisch abbaubare Kunststofffolie für den Wurzelschutz Unter der Leitung der FKuR Kunststoff GmbH will das Forschungsprojekts BioROOTGUARD eine bio-abbaubare Kunststofffolie entwickeln, die Baumwurzeln in der Anwuchsphase vor Fraßschäden schützen kann
Biodegradable Plastic Film Protects Roots from Cockchafer Grub Damage Led by FKuR Kunststoff GmbH, the BioROOTGUARD research project aims to develop a biodegradable plastic film that protects tree roots during the establishment phase
Clarity needed for recycled content claims Waste management experts at Bins.co.uk are calling for tougher regulations around recycled content claims
13 August 20266 August 2026 AMSilk collaboration: Biotech silk protein yarns feature in Balenciaga 55th Couture Collection The collaboration is emblematic of the luxury fashion industry’s increasing focus on sustainable alternatives to conventional fabrics, including silk, and the simultaneous evolution of AMSilk’s bioengineered yarns
GET H2 Nukleus nimmt Fahrt auf: Erster Wasserstoff aus Lingen erreicht Marl Deutschlands erstes integriertes Wasserstoffprojekt im industriellen Maßstab läuft
First hydrogen from Lingen reaches customer A major milestone for the GET H2 Nukleus hydrogen project: the successful production and delivery of initial quantities of green hydrogen from RWE’s electrolysis plant in Lingen
Conductive and magnetic silk biomaterials: functionalization strategies and challenges for sustainable bioelectronics Researchers collaboration examined silk protein-based biomaterials, principles and future directions for developing sustainable silk-based bioelectronic materials
12 August 20265 August 2026 Prothetik: Neue biobasierte, 3D-druckfähige Werkstoffe und digitale Herstellungsverfahren Sehr gute Extrusionsfähigkeit und mechanische Kennwerte
CBE JU-funded projects are solving Europe’s packaging challenges CBE JU has supported 26 projects in the packaging sector, developing nearly 70 innovative packaging solutions
Mechanochemistry as a sustainable route to valorise lignocellulosic biomass The BIOVALSA project focuses on the valorisation of rice straw generated in the Valencia region - this AIMPLAS-report gives an overview of the current status and future prospects of lignocellulosic biomass valorisation
Spritzbares Mulchmaterial aus Nachwachsenden Rohstoffen zur Beikrautunterdrückung Wissenschaftler des Technologie- und Förderzentrums (TFZ) in Straubing haben ein spritzbares Mulchmaterial entwickelt, das sich nach seiner Funktionszeit vollständig biologisch abbaut
UK-based Epoch Biodesign acquires Spanish factory, unlocking industrial-scale recycled nylon for apparel and automotive The acquisition of the long-established production site in Blanes makes Epoch the world's first enzymatic recycler with commercial-scale polymerisation capacity
11 August 20265 August 2026 Biobasierte Wachse als Schlüssel für nachhaltige Verpackungsnetze Bereits 1,5% biobasiertes Wachsadditiv verändern Fließverhalten sowie Steifigkeit und Festigkeit von PBS messbar
Zeon announces completion of bench-scale facility for highly efficient butadiene production from plant-based ethanol For both realizing a carbon-neutral society and enhancing business sustainability
TexReKat schafft Transparenz für die textile Kreislaufwirtschaft TexReKat entwickelt einen öffentlich zugänglichen Katalog für kreislauffähige Textilien. Unternehmen erhalten Orientierung zu Materialien, Recycling und Rezyklatanteilen für eine nachhaltige Textilwirtschaft
Ministry of Industry Delegation Visits NatureWorks’ Second Global Manufacturing Site at Nakhon Sawan Biocomplex Expanding NatureWorks’ global manufacturing footprint, the Nakhon Sawan Biocomplex strengthens regional supply reliability, and enhances access to Ingeo™ biopolymers for customers across Asia and beyond
The policies the EU bioeconomy needs now The importance of the bioeconomy to EU policy priorities cannot be understated - biobased supply chains need urgent policy support
10 August 20263 August 2026 Biologisch abbaubar und bunt: Material aus lebendem Pilz repariert sich selbst Die Faser mit ihren selbstreinigenden und selbstreparierenden Fähigkeiten eröffnet neue Anwendungsfelder bei rezyklierbarer Mode oder biologisch abbaubarer Verpackung
Researchers Develop Programmable Living Textiles from Fungal Mycelium The fabric can clean and repair itself, opening the door to recyclable fashion and biodegradable packaging
SmartSolve’s bio-based PureNil 0 gains traction in agriculture PureNil 0 offers a way to package crop protection products, fertilizers and biological inputs in exact doses, works for herbicide and pesticide sachets, water-dispersible granules, and tank-mix additives
7 August 20265 August 2026 BASF’s engineering plastics plants in Shanghai and Zhanjiang certified ISCC PLUS Close to 70% of BASF’s Performance Materials sites in Asia Pacific have been ISCC PLUS certified, supporting customers’ green transformation goals across a wide range of industries
BASF: ISCC Plus-Zertifizierung von zwei Produktionsstandorten für technische Kunststoffe in China Nahezu 70% aller BASF-Performance-Material-Werke im Asia-Pacific-Raum sind bereits ISSC-Plus zertifiziert und unterstützen damit die Ziele der Kunden über viele verschiedene Industrien
Inertia’s cellulose-based Labocell technology debuts in American market Female scientists from KAIST founded Inertia and built an innovative feminine care product that with all layers touching the skin are made from natural fibers
ALADIN ebnet den Weg für eine zirkuläre und bedarfsgerechte Textilproduktion in Europa Das Forschungsprojekt ALADIN wurde im Mai 2026 gestartet und soll tragfähige Geschäftsmodelle für eine zirkuläre Textilproduktion schaffen
Bionik macht Verbundwerkstoffe sicherer: Neue HSB-Studie entwickelt energieabsorbierende Leichtbaustrukturen nach dem Vorbild der Natur Die entwickelten Wabenstrukturen aus regenerierten Cellulosefasern und Epoxidharz eröffneten neue Perspektiven für nachhaltige Bauteile im Mobilitätssektor
CBE JU signs collaboration agreement with regional bioeconomy networks The agreement reflects a shared vision on the deployment of bioeconomy opportunities across regions to create a more coherent and efficient investment landscape for the circular bioeconomy
6 August 202630 July 2026 Amcor supports beverage brands preparing for reuse growth The company is encouraging the industry to evaluate closure solutions specifically designed to support the expansion of reusable packaging systems
Metsä Group and Qutwo take the next step in advancing AI in the forest industry Next-generation AI refers to solutions that can take into account a broader range of variables and simultaneously optimise complex systems
French, Lebanese researchers probe 3D hemp composites for transport, other industries The collaboration aims to advance the development of 3D-printed materials that perform well in wet conditions for lightweight, durable components that reduce weight, fuel consumption and carbon emission
5 August 202630 July 2026 Bluestar Silicones main site in France becomes the first ISCC PLUS-certified silicone plant in Europe Bluestar Silicones strengthens its ability to deliver circular solutions at scale while maintaining the performance, quality and regulatory profiles customers expect
Celtic Renewables partners with Evonik for low-carbon sustainable cosmetics Celtic Renewables' bio-butanol combined with Evonik’s formulation expertise the companies produced a sustainable emollient for cosmetics and personal care products
Periphytic biofilms entrap CO2 from industrial gas mixtures Periphytic biofilms (PBs), composed of microalgae, bacteria, and abiotic components can overcome the limitations the toxicity of high CO2, SOX, and NOX through enhanced collective tolerance and CO2 fixation efficiency
Rewe scheitert mit Klage gegen Recyclinggebühren für Kunststofftaschen Die Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister teilte mit, allein im Jahr 2023 seien rund 99 Millionen dickwandige Kunststofftaschen in Verkehr gebracht worden - von Supermärkten, Möbelhäusern, Gartencentern und Drogeriemärkten
4 August 202630 July 2026 Wir starten den Bau unserer Strohfaseranlage! Zusammen mit LEIPA wird der nachwachsende Rohstoff von OutNature (PreZero) als strategische Alternative für Frischholzfasern genutzt
BioBTX announces the start of construction on its first-of-a-kind circular aromatics plant World’s first dedicated greenfield facility converting plastic waste directly into renewable aromatics
52% nachhaltige Kunststoffe – Lego fordert mehr Regularien Lego hat die Nachhaltigkeit seiner Bausteine immens gesteigert – nun fordert das Unternehmen globale Regeln
Mass balance without guardrails becomes a risk. With guardrails, it can be a bridge Less virgin fossil was needed to make LEGO® bricks in 2025 than in 2022, even as the company revenue grew 29% in the same period
Neue EPDM-Kautschukmischung besteht zu 45 Prozent aus nachwachsendem Rohstoff Freudenberg hat einen biobasierten EPDM-Kautschuk aus Zuckerrohr für fluidische Anwendungen entwickelt, der die CO2-Bilanz wesentlich verbessert