16 June 201713 June 2017 Fungal Enzymes Team Up to More Efficiently Break Down Cellulose Collaborative science initiative enables resolution of fungal protein complexes
14 June 201712 June 2017 Scientists make biodegradable microbeads from cellulose Microbeads from a sustainable source could potentially replace harmful plastic ones
A new approach to combatting anxiety states, pain and inflammation Swiss researchers found a new way to influence the endocannabinoid system
Ein neuer Ansatz zur Bekämpfung von Angstzuständen, Schmerzen und Entzündungen Schweizer Forscher haben neuen Weg gefunden, um das Endocannabinoid-System zu beeinflussen
What’s My Feedstock Worth? A primer for measuring bio-value Owner or seller, you need to know the underlying value of a feedstock in the advanced bioeconomy
NatureWorks Licenses Plaxica’s Optipure® D-Lactic Acid Process Technology to Expand its Ingeo™ Product Portfolio This investment is part of NatureWorks' long term strategy for leading the market with cost effective, functional biopolymers
KaiCell Fibers will take sustainability all the way from stumpage to market An increase of wood haulage distance from 100 to 300 kilometres grows the carbon footprint by 200 %
Anellotech Announces First Successful Performance Test of its TCat-8® Pilot Plant The test involved continuous injection of MinFreeTM woody biomass feedstock and production of BTX and other valuable chemical by-products
13 June 20179 June 2017 KaiCell Fibers biorefinery venture in Paltamo New innovative concept on several levels
From Carbon Dioxide to Ethanol Synthesis of ethanol via hydrogenation of CO2 is an effective way to eliminate and use the environmentally harmful gas
Makin’ Money in Muddy Waters with a Magic Molecule Wisconsin researcher converts biomass into three viable products, in one step
Ahlstrom-Munksjö to invest into Genuine Vegetable Parchment products in France Ahlstrom-Munksjö's Genuine Vegetable Parchment technology gives unique capabilities to a 100% cellulose product.
Kunststoff ist nicht umsonst so erfolgreich Projekt Plast X will das Risiko durch Kunststoffe und mögliche Alternativen erforschen
UPM Biofuels gains the world’s first RSB certification for wood-based liquid biofuels UPM Biofuels uses crude tall oil to produce both biofuels and biomaterials
How sustainable are biodegradable and plant-based plastics? The scope of the world’s plastic problem goes beyond straining Earth’s finite resources; it is also a waste management issue
12 June 20179 June 2017 Metsä Group softwood pulp to be used in LG’s loudspeakers Aqvacomp’s new production facility will be starting up at the Rauma pulp mill in autumn
LIFE Best 25 Years Award für Bread4PLA 100% biologisch abbaubaren Kunststofffolie unter Verwendung von Abfallprodukten aus der Backwarenindustrie
CORDURA® Brand and DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products Launch New Eco-Efficient Textiles at Techtextil Designers of apparel, footwear and gear will now have access to innovative durable performance fabrics that incorporate plant-based materials
Special BIC FLASH: Study on Access-to-Finance -Conditions for Investments in Bio-Based Industries EIB and the EC are expected to announce further steps towards access-to-finance solutions for innovators in the Bioeconomy and Circular Economy sectors
Natural alternatives to rubber: The Digest’s Multi-Slide Guide to novel, US-based rubber-producing crops The world rubber demand is expected to grow from 12 million tons in 2014 to 30 million tons by 2030
9 June 20177 June 2017 SuperBIO: funding for companies in your cluster active in biobased innovations This project is open to any SME active in the biobased economy in the EU and H2020 associated countries
Climeworks launches world’s first commercial plant to capture CO2 from air Pure captured CO2 gas can at once be sold to customers in all key markets
Climeworks wäscht CO2 aus der Luft Direct Air Capture Verfahren der Gebrüder Meier inzwischen kommerziell verfügbar
Carbon dioxide from flue gas v. Concentrated by-product chemical sources; and the impact of distribution costs on economic feasibility Advanced Cryogenics CEO giving the Digest a special overview about developing economies
How the forestry sector can add $120 billion to global GDP Nature's "oldest climate technology," providing carbon capture and storage services
Kamille, Melisse und Baldrian erfolgreicher anbauen Zwischenstand im umfangreichen Demonstrationsprojekt Arzneipflanzen (KAMEL) des BMEL – Arzneipflanzentagung am 20./21. Juni in Schweinfurt
VIDEO: Croda prepares for bio-EO surfactants production Croda explains why the company is venturing into the ECO project especially in bio-surfactants
Alternative Nutzung von Biogasanlagen – Wachse aus Biogas für die Kosmetikindustrie Biowachse eröffnen vor allem in der Naturkosmetikbranche lukrative Anwendungsmöglichkeiten
8 June 20176 June 2017 Covestro achieves a breakthrough in research – Key chemical now derived from plants Biomass as new raw material for aniline production - completely new process jointly developed with partners
Covestro gelingt wissenschaftlicher Durchbruch – Wichtige Chemikalie jetzt aus Pflanzen Biomasse als neuer Rohstoff zur Produktion von Anilin - komplett neues Verfahren mit Partnern entwickelt
Former U.S. Department of Energy Official Joins CO2 Sciences Board Dr. Williams will be a key voice and adviser in the organization’s mission throughout the world
Verarbeitungsdaten zu Biokunststoffen auf breite Plattform gestellt Alle Ergebnisse in spezieller Datenbank erfasst - Zusammenfassung im "Leitfaden zur Verarbeitung von Biokunststoffen“ veröffentlicht
European PET Bottle Platform says existing recovery systems can handle PEF Interim approval constitutes a major step towards integration of packaging from Synvina’s PEF in the circular economy
Researcher: Ford wants more bio-based materials in its cars Ford says it is the first automaker to formulate and test new foam and plastic components using carbon dioxide as feedstock
Eine Alternative zu klassischem Rohöl? Blue Crude aus Ökostrom, Luft und Wasser kann Erdöl in chemischer Industrie sowie Mobilität ersetzen
7 June 20172 June 2017 Bio-Resin for Surfboards: Sicomin and NOTOX Form A Sustainable Synergy Sicomin’s GreenPoxy® 56 used to manufacture the entire range of NOTOX greenOne® surfboards
Jugend forscht prämiert „Chemisches Cellulose-Tuning“ Sonderpreis „Nachwachsende Rohstoffe“ des Bundeslandwirtschaftsministers geht an Jonas Winkler aus Bitterfeld
Bioplastics to produce fabrics with advanced properties FIBFAB project has been initiated to successfully launch and industrialize the production of biodegradable and sustainable polylactic acid (PLA) based fabrics
Wichtiger Meilenstein der Kreislaufwirtschaft in Deutschland MMLogistik interviewte IK-Sprecherin Mara Hancker zur Verpackungswirtschaft in Deutschland
Research focuses on reclaiming strip-mine sites for biofuel crop production Switchgrass can be condensed into fuel pellets for heating and it can be used to make ethanol
Carbon Concentration in Algae: Reducing CO2 From Exhaust Gas Mechanisms for carbon concentration in algae are complex
6 June 20171 June 2017 Braskem, Sealed Air and Naturepedic partner to bring renewable foam polyethylene to the market Partnership to create a new-to-world formula for renewable polyethylene foam
Active packaging: wastes from the fishing sector and MSW to have a second life as plastics, barrier packages, edible coatings and flame-retardant additives European project's DAFIA key objectives is to obtain new plastic materials from natural resources
USDA bioenergy programs gutted in 2018 Trump Budget: The Digest’s 7-Minute Guide Rural Business Service to shut down; BCAP, REAP, loan guarantees gone; food stamps, crop insurance slashed.
Wood Adhesives Market Size & Forecast Report, 2014 – 2025 Wood Adhesives Market Is Anticipated To Grow Swiftly Based on Growth in Renovation And Refurbishing Activities Till 2025
New biocomposite made from 90 percent renewable feedstock delivers on strength and durability Green Dot's new line of biocomposites combining natural fibres and Braskem’s I’m Green Polyethylene
Cargill strengthens its bio-industrial offerings with acquisition of BioBased Technologies’ polyols product lines Acquisition expands biobased product options for existing customers, facilitates entry into new markets
