15 September 201412 September 2014 Genomatica’s platform accelerates process development; 50g/L in only 10 months More than twice as fast to achieve key milestones
RFA lauds Quad County Corn Processors at the grand opening of new cellulosic bolt-on facility QCCP to produce 2 million gallons of cellulosic ethanol each year from corn kernel fiber
UBA organises resources conferences European and national platform for discussion to promote networking and the initiation of stakeholder alliances to be held from 10-12 November in Berlin
UBA organisiert Ressourcen-Konferenzen Nationale und europäische Diskussionsplattform zur Vernetzung und Initiierung von Akteurs-Allianzen am 10.-12. November in Berlin
‘White revolution’ to ‘white pollution’ – agricultural plastic film mulch in China Chinese government urgently needs to elevate plastic film standards
Braskem joins Amyris and Michelin to accelerate the industrialization and commercialization of renewable isoprene Partnership aims to develop and produce renewable isoprene for production of tire and other rubber applications
BASF starts up butadiene extraction plant in Antwerp Taking advantage of opportunities on the external market: BASF’s production capacity of 155,000 metric tons per year ensures internal supply of butadiene in Europe
BASF nimmt Anlage zur Butadien-Extraktion in Antwerpen in Betrieb Chancen im externen Markt nutzen: Produktionskapazität von 155.000 Tonnen im Jahr sichert die Eigenversorgung mit Butadien in Europa
12 September 201411 September 2014 Mikroplastik – das neue Biotop? Roland Essel vom nova-Institut zum Thema 'Zivilisationsmüll und die Folgen'
FKuR and Helian Polymers cooperate on the development of tailor made PLA compounds for 3D printing FKuR at Composites Europe, Düsseldorf, 7th – 9th October 2014: A highlight at this year’s exhibition will be bioplastics reinforced with natural fibers designed especially for 3D printing
FKuR und Helian Polymers kooperieren: Entwicklung maßgeschneiderter PLA-Compounds für den 3D-Druck FKuR auf der Composites Europe, Düsseldorf, 7. - 9. Oktober 2014: Highlight des Messeauftritts sind naturfaserverstärkte Biokunststoffe für den 3D-Druck
NFR BioEnergy to start $312 million sugar refinery project across South Louisiana Company plans to build statewide more than 10 biorefineries
The 3 partners launched its eco-friendly innovation “Bioplastics for Yoghurt Packaging” PTTGC, NatureWorks, Dairy Home to use Ingeo bioplastics-based cup for yoghurt packaging
Chemical producers’ sustainability strategies on the rise New survey by Genomatica and ICIS to show big players as the leaders in sustainable technology
Cardia Bioplastics wins $350,000 waste management products supply contract in Nanjing, China Continues momentum of growth for Cardia’s China business with focus on organic waste management products
Global wood pellet demand to reach 50 million tonnes by 2024 RISI released global pellet demand outlook study
11 September 201411 January 2018 COMPOSITES EUROPE 2014 mit neuen Themen und Sonderflächen Weltmesse spiegelt den wachsenden Markt für leichte Werkstoffe
COMPOSITES EUROPE 2014 with new themes and special areas Key trade event to reflect the growing market for lightweight materials
SPI opens third-annual innovation in Bioplastics Award Competition The Plastics Industry Trade Association and the SPI Bioplastics Council will honor one company for its innovative application of bioplastics materials, products or processes
Sylvin Technologies caters to sustainability needs of its customers New 32 series compounds containing plant-based plasticizer derived from renewable local feedstock
Freitag to launch biodegradable apparel line ‘F-abric’ Young company-founders introducing sustainably produced line of workwear
Virent to expand demo plant capabilities to scale plant-base paraxylene Expansion marks milestone in partnership with the Coca-Cola company
10 September 201411 September 2014 First commercial-scale cellulosic ethanol plant in the U.S. opens for business POET-DSM’s cost-competitive fuel cuts emissions, creates jobs, improves energy security
Hanf konkurriert mit Kohlenstoffmodifikation Graphen Wissenschaftler entdecken Hanf als Alternative für Graphen, da Hanf die gleichen Eigenschaften aufweisen kann wie moderner Hightech-Kohlenstoff
New process helps overcome obstacles to produce renewable fuels and chemicals Lignin valorization study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Provence: Lavendelfelder in Gefahr Neue EU-Direktive verlangt für Lavendelprodukte künftig Warnhinweise wie bei chemischen Giften - die französischen Lavendelbauern fürchten um ihre Existenz und wehren sich
Marketing bioproducts – a spotlight on David Schwantes and the nationwide bioproducts survey OBIC Bioproducts Innovation Center to delve into consumer awareness and knowledge relating to bioproducts
Myriant and Azelis sign European distribution agreement for bio-succinic acid Cooperation to strengthen the renewable resources based chemistry for production of more sustainable polymers
Sustainability takes firmer hold in mainstream chemical industry Most extensive survey to date, with almost 1,000 respondents, documents progress on multiple fronts; BASF, DuPont, Dow, Bayer and Genomatica seen as the leaders in sustainable technology
Neue Hightech-Strategie: Biotechnologie mit Schlüsselrolle Die Bundesregierung baut ihre Innovationsförderung aus
9 September 20148 September 2014 Biolubricants – A Global Market Overview Study including hydraulic fluids, metalworking fluids, chainsaw lubricants, mold release agents, gear oils, two-stroke engine oils and greases
How to print whilst being environmentally friendly Some basic tips to make sure you’re doing your bit
Proteinschätze aus Rapsresten heben Projekt "TeFuProt" will Rapsproteine in Farben, Reinigungsmitteln, Bau- oder Schmierstoffen zur Anwendung bringen
BARK CLOTH_europe – success through saving resources BARKTEX® biomaterial selected as one of ten innovators by LAUNCH-programme
Rapsernte 2014: Moderne Rapssorten stellen ihre Leistungsfähigkeit unter Beweis Mit rund 6,2 Millionen Tonnen zweithöchste deutsche Rapsernte eingebracht
Stora Enso to build demonstration plant in Louisiana, USA Raceland facility is scheduled to start production early 2017
Ecoplast: Biocomposites mit einem Modul von >6 GPa Verbundplatten aus 100% nachwachsenden Rohstoffen zeigen unerwartete Eigenschaften
8 September 20148 September 2014 Invibio® Biomaterial Solutions receives ISO 17025:2005 accreditation from UKAS Leading provider of PEEK-based polymer innovations for medical applications accredited for independent laboratory testing
Invibio: Anbieter von PEEK-Polymer-basierten Biomaterialien unabhängig von Drittlaboren Testlabore des Unternehmens nun nach ISO 17025:2005 akkreditiert
Co-production of bioethanol and probiotic yeast biomass from agricultural feedstock Application of the rural biorefinery concept
Sugar, Europe’s strength Sugar beet farmers should start making contracts with chemical industries now
Scientists create renewable fossil fuel alternative using bacteria Engineered harmless gut bacteria E. coli to generate renewable propane
5 September 20144 September 2014 $60M biomass plant to tap into Lafourche bagasse Company expecting completion of the $60 million project in Raceland by the end of 2016
4 Minutes with… Brent Erickson, Executive Vice President, Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) Jim Lane smalltalking with Brent about his organization and it’s role in the Advanced Bioeconomy
Energy Department announces notice of intent to issue funding opportunity announcement for ‘Targeted Algal Biofuels and Bioproducts’ FOA seeks to improve the value proposition for algal biofuels
Griffe und Oberflächen aus antiseptischer Birkenrinde Innovative technische Lösungen verhelfen faszinierendem Naturmaterial zu neuer Geltung
Papier-Blechverbundmaterial für den Karosseriebau Neues Leichtbaumaterial mit guter Schwingungsdämpfung entwickelt
