19 July 202417 July 2024 Siemens und Boson Energy treffen Vereinbarung zur Beschleunigung der Energiewende durch Waste-to-Hydrogen (to-X)-Technologie Boson Energy und die Siemens AG haben eine Absichtserklärung unterzeichnet, um die Zusammenarbeit im Bereich Technologie, die nicht wiederverwertbare Abfälle in saubere Energie umwandelt, zu erleichtern
18 July 202415 July 2024 Recyclables from wood waste for energy storage and environmental technology Research team takes lignin waste from the timber industry to develop materials that can be used to build and recycle sustainable batteries
Wertstoffe aus Holz-Abfällen für Energiespeicher und Umwelttechnik Forschungsteam entwickelt aus Lignin-Abfällen der Holzwirtschaft Materialien, mit denen sich nachhaltige Batterien bauen und recyceln lassen
Green hydrogen The lack of clarity about certification and regulation and the lack of infrastructure available to deliver hydrogen to end users would be essential in the realization of the Net Zero Emissions scenario
UPM and Nokian Tyres partner to revolutionize the tire industry by introducing the first concept tire with UPM BioMotion Renewable Functional Fillers The partnership will launch UPM’s CO₂-negative Renewable Functional Fillers into a new market segment and highlights the possibilities to use a lighter weight, 100% renewable alternative to traditional CO₂-intensive fillers
UPM und Nokian Tyres revolutionieren die Reifenindustrie mit der Einführung des ersten Konzeptreifens mit UPM BioMotion™ erneuerbaren funktionalen Füllstoffen Die Partnerschaft wird die Möglichkeiten zur Verwendung einer leichteren, zu 100% erneuerbaren Alternative zu herkömmlichen CO₂-intensiven Füllstoffen aufzeigen
17 July 202416 July 2024 New Report: Alternative Naphtha – Technologies and Market, Status and Outlook For the defossilisation of the chemical industry it is crucial to replace fossil-based naphtha by alternative naphtha in refineries and crackers
Neuer Report: Alternatives Naphtha – Technologien und Markt, Status und Ausblick Für die Defossilisierung der chemischen Industrie ist es von entscheidender Bedeutung, in Raffinerien und Crackern fossiles Naphtha durch alternatives Naphtha zu ersetzen
CARBIOS und die ZHINK Gruppe nehmen erste offizielle Gespräche über eine langfristige Partnerschaft zum Aufbau von PET-Biorecycling-Industriekapazitäten in China und eine Lizenzvereinbarung über 50.000 Tonnen/Jahr auf Neue Biorecycling-Anlage mit einer jährlichen Kapazität von mindestens 50.000 Tonnen aufbereiteter PET-Abfälle in China
AFYREN’s fermentation lab reaches 2-million-hour mark as it identifies new raw materials to fuel industrial expansion The company confirms its innovative approach and identifies the biomass families that will underpin its industrial expansion
Helian Polymers: First PHA online shop Helian Polymers (Belfeld, the Netherlands) has launched the first online store for PHAs, a sustainable alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics, in beta
Abbaubares Bioplastik aus Lebensmittelmüll Virginia-Tech-Forscher wollen Verschmutzung an Land und in den Meeren weltweit verringern
EU and CBE JU funded project HICCUPS: Website relaunched and leaflet with infographic produced HICCUPS - Highly Innovative technology demonstration for bio-based CO2 Capture and Utilization for production of bulk plastics applications
Algae offer real potential as a renewable electricity source, new Concordia research shows Internet of Things devices are among what could be powered using photosynthesis
16 July 202411 July 2024 Q-GEO® by FULGAR A unique yarn that combines its bio-based origin with exceptional comfort and durability
Superlab Suisse opens state-of-the-art facility in Basel, fostering new spaces for scientific breakthroughs For life sciences and biotech companies, access to affordable dedicated lab spaces is hard to come by. Labs are prohibitively expensive to build and operate, posing significant financial barriers to innovation and research
Uncaged Innovations raises $5.6 Million to advance grain-free leather alternative The company has developed a process that integrates structural proteins derived from grains into fibrous networks, creating a new material that replicates the feel and functionality of conventional leather
UNCAGED Innovations erhält 5,6 Mio. Dollar für nachhaltiges Leder aus Getreide Unternehmen kombiniert Strukturproteine aus Getreide mit weiteren biobasierten Elementen, um Fasernetzwerke zu erzeugen, die das tierische Kollagen in traditionellem Leder ersetzen
15 July 202410 July 2024 BASF and ENGIE signed a long term Biomethane Purchase Agreement in Europe BASF and ENGIE signed a 7-year Biomethane Purchase Agreement (BPA). Under the BPA, ENGIE will supply BASF with 2.7 to 3.0 terawatt hours of biomethane throughout the term of the agreement
BASF und ENGIE haben einen langfristigen Biomethan-Abnahmevertrag in Europa unterzeichnet BASF und ENGIE haben einen 7-jährigen Biomethan-Abnahmevertrag unterzeichnet. Im Rahmen des BPA wird ENGIE BASF während der Vertragslaufzeit mit 2,7 bis 3,0 Terawattstunden Biomethan beliefern
Debut Expands Partnership with L’Oréal to Develop and Scale Biotech Ingredients Crucial for Sustainable Beauty The long-term agreement will accelerate the shift to using bio-identical ingredients across numerous L'Oréal product formulations and brands
From waste to value: The right electrolytes can enhance glycerol oxidation A team led by Dr Marco Favaro at the Institute for Solar Fuels has now unveiled the influence of electrolyte composition on the efficiency and stability of the glycerol oxidation
Wertstoffe aus Abfall: Auf die richtigen Elektrolyte kommt es an Ein Team unter der Leitung von Dr. Marco Favaro am Institut für Solare Brennstoffe hat nun den Einfluss der Elektrolytzusammensetzung auf die Effizienz und Stabilität der Glycerin-Oxidation systematisch analysiert
12 July 202411 July 2024 What’s New in the World of Cellulose Fibre and Biosynthetics? Latest developments in the sustainable textile industry will be introduced and discussed at the “Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025 – New with Biosynthetics” in Cologne, Germany and online, on 12-13 March 2025. Abstract submission is now open
Was gibt‘s Neues in der Welt der Cellulosefaser und Biosynthetics? Die „Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025 – New with Biosynthetics” vom 12.-13. März 2025 in Köln präsentiert neueste Entwicklungen und Trends für die nachhaltige Textilindustrie. Abstracts können ab sofort eingereicht werden
World’s first supply chain established for more sustainable polyester fiber based on CO2-derived material as well as renewable and bio-based materials For North Face in Japan, renewable and bio-based materials as well as carbon capture and utilization (CCU*) instead of fossil-based will be used. The consortium parties are Goldwin in the role of project owner, Mitsubishi Corporation, Chiyoda Corporation (all three from Japan), SK geo centric (Südkorea), Indorama Ventures (Thailand), India Glycols (Indien) and Neste
Erstmals Lieferkette für nachhaltigere Polyesterfasern etabliert, hergestellt aus CO2-basiertem Material und erneuerbaren sowie biobasierten Rohstoffen Für North Face in Japan sollen erneuerbare und biobasierte Materialien sowie CO2 eingesetzt werden. An dem Projekt beteiligt sind Goldwin als Projektträger, Mitsubishi Corporation, Chiyoda Corporation (alle drei aus Japan), SK geo centric (Südkorea), Indorama Ventures (Thailand), India Glycols (Indien) und Neste
Lego zieht bei Lieferanten die CO2-Daumenschrauben an Lego fordert von seinen Lieferanten, die CO2-Emissionen zu senken und Netto-Null-Ziele anzustreben. Dabei werden nun konkrete Ziele für 2026 definiert
The LEGO Group calls on suppliers to drive towards net-zero targets With 99 percent of carbon emissions coming from outside the company’s operations, the LEGO Group’s suppliers play a key role in achieving sustainability targets. The new Supplier Sustainability Programme outlines near term targets suppliers need to meet by 2026
Nachhaltiger zum Schmerzmittel Im Projekt BigPharm wollen Forschende aus München und Konstanz das Cannabinoid Delta-9-THC biotechnologisch produzieren. Auf der Suche nach Enzymen für die Biosynthese wurden sie in Bartblumen und Flechten fündig
Bio-concrete and biogenic construction materials with cyanobacteria Researchers at Fraunhofer FEP, led by Dr. Ulla König, are establishing the methods of culturing the cyanobacteria, the complementary microbiological analysis, and the upscaling of the biomass production to be achieved
Biobeton und biogene Baumaterialien mit Cyanobakterien Am Fraunhofer FEP wird unter Leitung von Dr. Ulla König die Kultivierung der Cyanobakterien, die komplementäre mikrobiologische Analytik sowie die Skalierung der zu gewinnenden Biomasseproduktion etabliert
11 July 20245 July 2024 Dow announces bio-based NORDEL™ REN EPDM at DKT 2024 Latest addition to Dow’s growing portfolio of sustainable materials aims to help automotive, infrastructure and consumer industries lower their Scope 3 emissions
Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Expands Facilities to Support Spider Silk Production Growth Construction for both investments has begun, with the first project expected to be completed within just a few weeks and the larger effort is scheduled to be completed by early fall
Technip Energies acquires technology from Shell to accelerate bio-polyester production The acquisition of glycol purification technology will accelerate Technip Energies’ Bio-2-GlycolsTM commercialization
Naturfarbstoffe aus Pilzen Im Projekt FungiColor haben Forschende unter Leitung der Universität Hannover einen Bioprozess zur Kultivierung und Gewinnung von natürlichen Farbstoffen aus Ständerpilzen entwickelt
What skills does the bioeconomy need? Forestry and farming methods will be a major factor in keeping the environmental impacts of biomaterials to a minimum
Efficient plastic-feeding fungi in freshwater ecosystems identified In recent years, researchers have shown that there are microfungi that can break down even complex polymers, making them suitable for bioremediation
Effiziente plastikfressende Pilze in Süßgewässern identifiziert In den letzten Jahren konnten Forscherinnen und Forscher bereits zeigen, dass es Mikropilze gibt, die auch komplexe Polymere zersetzen und damit für den biologischen Schadstoffabbau geeignet sind
10 July 20244 July 2024 Foray Bioscience Raises $3M to Protect and Restore Natural Ecosystems with Biomanufacturing Foray will deploy the funds to expand its predictive plant cell culture platform, launch product development engagements with select partners, and expand its Boston-based team
Co-fermentation process making significant strides in biofuel research Oklahoma State University researchers are converting through fermentation sugars into alcohols, organic acids and ketones
Packaging that composts at ambient temperatures aims to make litter disappear Aiming for uniquely long shelf life and strong versatility, a new biobased packaging innovation has been developed to make litter vanish
Melanin from Cuttlefish Ink as a Sustainable Biomass Resource Researchers investigate the potential of naturally sourced melanin in the sustainable synthesis of biopolymers
The most sustainable feedstocks for precision fermentation Precision fermentation has attracted attention as a manufacturing methods that could lower the environmental impacts of everyday products, from edible proteins to cosmetics ingredients, or feed
9 July 20243 July 2024 Air Travel and Climate: German Plant Produces First Quantities of Carbon-Neutral Synthetic Kerosene A pilot plant in northern Germany has produced the first quantities of CO2-neutral aviation fuel on an industrial scale, using renewable electricity, water, and CO2 extracted from the air. Among the customers are two German tour operators, suggesting that air transport could become essentially carbon-neutral in the future. However, we still need to fly less
Flugverkehr und Klima: atmosfair produziert erste Mengen an CO₂-neutralem Kerosin Pilotanlage im Emsland produziert erste Mengen an CO₂-neutralem Flugzeugtreibstoff aus Strom, Wasser und CO₂ aus der Luft für die kommerzielle Nutzung. Unter den Abnehmern sind zwei deutsche Reiseveranstalter. atmosfair will mit der Anlage Wege zu klimaverträglichem Fliegen aufzeigen. Wir werden aber trotzdem weniger fliegen müssen
Going towards the 4th wave of growth – Insights and trends from Cellulose Fibres Conference 2024 Companies with expertise in fiber processing, such as Valmet, are crucial partners in the development of processes for textile recycling and manufacturing of novel cellulose-based textile fibers
Bamboo, a material with endless possibilities Bamboo is full of character, integrity and individuality, far beyond a simple wood replacement - new book by MaterialDistrict
8 July 20244 July 2024 USDA Publishes Request for Information on the Production of Biofuel Feedstocks Using Climate-Smart Practices Growing crops as feedstocks for biofuels contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and using climate-smart practices, such as cover crops or no-till, can reduce on-farm GHG emissions
HOBUM and Relement created high performing biobased composite material Industrial Bio-Composites, vegetable oil based epoxy systems from HOBUM