3 June 20262 June 2026 BitByBit: PHA cutting boards bring circular materials into the kitchen Founded by Wessel Schönekerl, the company combines material innovation with local production in the Netherlands, aiming to demonstrate that sustainable consumer products can be manufactured closer to the end market while maintaining design quality and functionality
2 June 20262 June 2026 Could the production of European chemicals be achieved without naphtha and steam crackers? What alternative pathways could be viable in the future? This paper mainly focuses on methanol, ethanol and biodiesel
Investments totalling more than 5 billion with a future bio-based quota for plastics in Europe Implementing a 5% bio-based quota for all polymers produced in Europe could be just as successful as the introduction of biofuels
Recovering critical materials from batteries: Chinese inventors selected as finalists for the European Inventor Award 2026 As global demand for electric vehicles and energy storage grows rapidly, securing sustainable supplies of critical battery materials has become a strategic priority worldwide
Zurückgewinnung kritischer Materialien aus Batterien: Chinesische Erfinder als Finalisten für den Europäischen Erfinderpreis 2026 benannt Vor dem Hintergrund einer rasch steigenden globalen Nachfrage nach Elektrofahrzeugen und Energiespeichern ist die Suche nach nachhaltigen Quellen für kritische Batteriematerialien weltweit zu einer Priorität geworden
Hyosung TNC Marks a Major Step in its Integrated Bio-Spandex Platform at Global Fashion Summit 2026 Hyosung TNC’s participation at this year’s Summit included an on-stage panel session at the DR Concert Hall, a private leadership roundtable hosted in collaboration with Global Fashion Agenda, and an Innovation Forum presence designed to bring the bio-based material journey to life for attendees
Notice Regarding Withdrawal from the Polybutylene Succinate (PBS) Business After careful consideration of future prospects, Mitsubishi Chemical has concluded that achieving sustainable growth in this business will be difficult and has therefore decided to withdraw from the business
1 June 20262 June 2026 Renewable Materials Conference: Book your Booth now! The Global Networking Point of the Renewable Carbon Economy will take place in Siegburg near Cologne, Germany, 22 to 24 September
UPM acquires Ray Technology®intellectual property from Avantium, broadening its bio-based glycols IP portfolio The acquisition strategically broadens the scope of UPM's IP portfolio safeguarding biomass-to-glycols conversion pathways and adds optionality for future process configurations as UPM continues to scale its bio-based chemicals business
UPM erwirbt die geistigen Eigentumsrechte an Ray Technology® von Avantium und erweitert damit sein IP-Portfolio im Bereich biobasierter Glykole Die Übernahme erweitert strategisch den Umfang des IP-Portfolios von UPM, das die Umwandlungswege von Biomasse zu Glykolen absichert, und bietet zusätzliche Optionen für künftige Prozesskonfigurationen, während UPM sein Geschäft mit biobasierten Chemikalien weiter ausbaut
29 May 202626 May 2026 Important Study from nova-Institute Recognised by Nature Magazine Nature highlights nova’s modelling: biomass is essential for defossilisation — but only part of the solution
Trillium Raises $13M to Launch World’s First Demonstration Plant for Bio-based Acrylonitrile Following a successful multi-year pilot program validating its glycerol-to-acrylonitrile technology, Trillium selected INEOS Nitriles’ Green Lake facility to host the world’s first demonstration plant (deemed “Project Falcon”) for the manufacture of 100% bio-based acrylonitrile
Waste feedstocks could replace fossil carbon in 87 per cent of cosmetic formulations Engineering biology and circular feedstocks offer a route out of the cosmetics sector's fossil carbon dependency, but UK regulation is adding cost and delay to commercialisation.
GAIA BioMaterials obtains European patent for PLA-free film extrusion materials GAIA BioMaterials has received final confirmation on the approval of its European patent for PLA-free film extrusion materials
Blends of bio-based polyesters as a building block for replacing conventional polyolefins Scientists at Fraunhofer CCPE systematically investigated the influence of processing and material composition on the properties of PBSA/PLA blend films
Blends aus biobasierten Polyestern als Baustein für den Ersatz konventioneller Polyolefine Wissenschaftlerinnen und Wissenschaftler des Fraunhofer CCPE untersuchten systematisch den Einfluss von Verarbeitung und Materialzusammensetzung auf die Eigenschaften von PBSA-/PLA-Blendfolien
Biogenic carbon dioxide storage and mineral carbonation uptake in EU buildings At the building level, bio-based materials show the largest storage effects
28 May 202628 May 2026 Are you ready for a bio-based quota? Join the nova Workshop today! The nova-Institute’s 'Renewable Feedstock' department offers a concise and timely expert workshop to help you prepare for the political challenges ahead
Einladung zum PerPlacsBio Workshop am 18. Juni 2026 in Bad Sassendorf Expert:innen der Universität Münster, der Hochschule Rottenburg und des nova-Instituts laden Sie herzlich zum Workshop „Perspektiven für biologisch abbaubare Kunststoffe in Land- und Forstwirtschaft“ am 18. Juni im Haus Düsse in Bad Sassendorf ein
UPM, Michelman and BOBST introduce bio-based paper packaging concept aligned with EU packaging rules By combining fiber-based materials, bio-based coatings, and coating line expertise, the three companies have built ready-to-implement structures that deliver strong barrier performance and heat sealability
CJ Biomaterials and Yuhan-Kimberly Launch World’s First Reusable Nonwoven Paper Towel Made with Amorphous PHA PHACT™ A1000P is derived from sustainably grown, plant-based raw materials including sugarcane
Biesterfeld and traceless materials form strategic partnership Distributor and material innovator aim to bring plastic-free injection moulding materials to market at scale
Biesterfeld und traceless materials gehen strategische Partnerschaft ein Distributeur und Materialinnovator treiben die Markterschließung kunststofffreier Spritzgussmaterialien voran
27 May 20262 June 2026 The Updated Poster on Biodegradable Polymers in Various Environments has been Released As part of the PerPlacsBio project, nova-Institute has updated its popular poster on the biodegradability of polymers in different environments. The updated version reflects current standards, certifications and the latest scientific findings. The poster can be used to assess biodegradable alternatives for use in agriculture and forestry, and it is now available in German for the first time
Das aktualisierte Poster zu biologisch abbaubaren Polymeren in verschiedenen Umgebungen wurde veröffentlicht Im Rahmen des PerPlacsBio-Projekts hat das nova-Institut sein beliebtes Poster zur biologischen Abbaubarkeit von Polymeren in verschiedenen Umgebungen aktualisiert. Die aktualisierte Version berücksichtigt aktuelle Normen, Zertifizierungen und die neuesten wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnisse. Das Poster kann zur Bewertung biologisch abbaubarer Alternativen für den Einsatz in der Land- und Forstwirtschaft herangezogen werden und ist nun erstmals auch auf Deutsch verfügbar
Bayer and bp form Strategic Alliance to jointly scale camelina as intermediate crop for biofuels The alliance aims to further develop a reliable intermediate oilseeds market to help meet the growing demand for biodiesel, renewable diesel (RD) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) markets
Bayer und bp schließen strategische Allianz, um Camelina für die Produktion von Biokraftstoffen zu nutzen Ziel ist es, einen Markt zu schaffen, der die wachsende Nachfrage für Biodiesel, erneuerbaren Diesel und nachhaltige Flugkraftstoffe bedient
Europe’s Textile Future at a Turning Point: New 2030 Circularity Blueprint Aims to Scale Recycling and Unlock Investment Opportunities Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) is launching the 2030 Circularity Blueprint, in partnership with ReHubs
Opening of the first commercial ‘traceless’ natural polymer plant in Germany Traceless polymers are highly biodegradable, even in home compost, in soil or in the sea
Grüner Wasserstoff wird wettbewerbsfähig Patentierte Technologie eines ausgegründeten Start-ups der Westfälischen Hochschule ermöglicht eine kostengünstigere Produktion von grünem Wasserstoff als bisher
Food packaging trends 2026: Sustainability, digital innovation & consumer-centric solutions As packaging manufacturers like Mondi and Coveris continue to innovate, they are setting the stage for a packaging revolution that addresses the challenges of food waste, environmental impact, and consumer expectations
HKRITA Expands Collaboration with the Mainland and International Partners to Drive Textile Innovation The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) is actively expanding its partnering with leading academic and research institutions
26 May 202623 May 2026 Are you ready for a bio-based quota? The nova-Institute’s 'Renewable Feedstock' department offers a concise and timely expert workshop to help you prepare for the political challenges ahead
Dual-use and the bio-based industries – a strategic opportunity for Europe The rise of dual-use in European innovation policy represents a fundamental recalibration. Biomanufacturing and the use of technologies (including biotechnology) must be part of it
22 May 202615 May 2026 UPM and BASF accelerate the transition to recyclable, fiber-based packaging By combining UPM’s barrier and barrier base papers with BASF’s Joncryl® HPB technology resins, the collaboration enables high‑performance, fiber-based materials
UPM und BASF beschleunigen den Übergang zu recycelbaren, faserbasierten Verpackungen Die Kombination aus Barriere- und Barriere-Basispapieren von UPM und Beschichtungen auf Basis wasserbasierter Joncryl® HPB-Harze von BASF ermöglicht leistungsstarke faserbasierte Materialien
Regional hemp bast for lightweight construction profiles Establishment of a regional, bio-based value chain for fibre-reinforced plastics
Regionaler Hanfbast für Leichtbauprofile Etablierung einer regionalen, biobasierten Wertschöpfungskette für faserverstärkte Kunststoffe
PANGAIA launches new bio-based performance material The new Courtside Capsule is aiming to reduce reliance on petroleum-derived materials in sportswear
21 May 202614 May 2026 AIMPLAS obtains recognition for its biodegradation and compostability tests in Australia and Japan through ABA and JBPA AIMPLAS helps companies in the plastics sector to comply with new regulations oriented towards circularity
With renewable diesel demand projections growing stronger, why is the market still so SAF obsessed? In both the US and EU, decarbonization incentivization and goals in areas such as road transportation create broad, liquid demand - more potential buyers, simpler contracting and faster monetization
Verbesserte Performance bei Rezyklaten und Bio-Compounds Fokus auf Performance, Nachhaltigkeit und Verfügbarkeit. Nicht nur mit einer durchgängigen Rückverfolgbarkeit und Qualität sollen die Compounds von Südpack punkten
India’s first green methanol plant to turn Kutch’s most invasive weed into marine fuel Prosopis juliflora, which has for decades threatened biodiversity in Kutch’s Banni grasslands, will be turned into methanol; the global shipping industry is being obliged to adopt green fuels under International Maritime Organization rules
Bio-based anticorrosive coatings from pig manure German paint manufacturer Oellers and Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences are developing a process to extract phytic acid from pig manure and use it as a bio-based functional component in anticorrosive coatings – matching conventional product performance
20 May 202621 May 2026 New ecovio® portfolio for flexible packaging: multiple barrier options combined with organic or paper recycling BASF is expanding its certified compostable ecovio® portfolio with new grades that meet increasing recycling needs of flexible barrier packaging
Neues ecovio®-Portfolio für flexible Verpackungen: Vielfältige Barrieremöglichkeiten kombiniert mit organischem oder Papierrecycling BASF erweitert ihr zertifiziert kompostierbares ecovio®-Portfolio um neue Typen, die die steigenden Anforderungen an das Recycling von flexiblen Barriereverpackungen erfüllen
Delivering FEED for Dow’s Path2Zero Cogen project in Canada Worley’s global team is helping Dow set a new benchmark for industrial decarbonization
TECNARO: Kreislauffähige ARBOBLEND-Biokunststoffe für Daimler Truck und Faun Group für reECONIC Müllfahrzeug der Zukunft reECONIC Müllfahrzeug der Zukunft auf der Weltleitmesse IFAT 2026
Next-Generation Natural, Non-Toxic and Plastic-Free Materials Close the Performance Gap with Petroleum-Based Rubber Compounds Natural Fiber Welding today announced the commercial availability of PLIANT™ PCS, a 100-percent biobased outsole, engineered for the footwear industry