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9 September 20244 September 2024

More sustainable solar modules made from renewable raw materials

Within the recently completed project “E2 - E-Quadrat" the Fraunhofer CSP in Germany has developed with partners a solar module in which the components that are not directly required for light-to-electricity conversion are made from biodegradable materials, recyclable materials or renewable raw materials

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Nachhaltigere Solarmodule aus erneuerbaren Rohstoffen

Im kürzlich abgeschlossenen Projekt "E2 – E-Quadrat" hat das Fraunhofer-Center für Silizium-Photovoltaik CSP in Halle (Saale) zusammen mit Partnern ein Solarmodul entwickelt, bei dem die Komponenten, die nicht direkt zur Licht-Strom-Umwandlung benötigt werden, aus biologisch abbaubaren Materialien, recyclebaren Materialien oder nachwachsenden Rohstoffen bestehen

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AFC Supports Africa’s Largest Methanol Plant, Transforming Flared Gas into Valuable Resources

The project in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria, targets producing an initial 1.8 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of methanol, diversifying the local economy and generating over 18,000 jobs

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6 September 20246 September 2024

Turning bacteria into bioplastic factories

Scientists discovered some purple bacteria that can produce bioplastics without adding CO2 to the atmosphere and which are completely biodegradable

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Bakterien werden zu Biokunststofffabriken

Biologen finden neue Wege, um die plastikproduzierende Kraft violetter Mikroben zu fördern

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Government of Canada announces investment in the industrial bioeconomy to reduce GHG emissions

Strengthening Canada's bioindustrial sector through research and innovation creates opportunities, increases competitiveness, and moves Canada towards a more sustainable future

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Polylactic acid doesn’t discharge microplastics to the environment

We need to choose more responsible materials for the products we rely on, and to develop a better plastic collection and waste processing infrastructure

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Behind the scenes at the German Packaging Awards: standouts, trends, and more

Interview with jurors Simone Marquardt from Lindt & Sprüngli, Norbert Menzel from Beiersdorf and Christoph Waldau from B+P Creality – learning more about their experiences on the panel, the entries that impressed them this year, and the packaging trends they’ve noticed

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„Europa braucht einen Binnenmarkt für Sekundärrohstoffe“

Innerhalb der EU müssen Sekundärmaterialien zu wettbewerbsfähigen Preisen gehandelt und eingesetzt werden können, dazu benötigt es auch Qualitätskriterien und Standards für Sekundärrohstoffe

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Brown introduces bill to create tax credit for biobased chemicals

In lieu of the production tax credit, producers could elect to take a 30% investment tax credit for qualified investments in new renewable chemical production facilities

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5 September 20242 September 2024

Electrochaea successfully scales up to 10MWe with EIC Accelerator Program support and applies new plant design for first commercial project in Denmark

The new arche­type design shall be integ­rated into the exist­ing oper­a­tion of a bio­gas upgrad­ing and grid-injec­tion plant

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Electrochaea skaliert mit Unterstützung des EIC Accelerator-Programms erfolgreich auf 10 MWe und wendet neues Anlagen-Design für erstes kommerzielles Projekt in Dänemark an

Neues Archetyp-Design soll in den bestehenden Betrieb einer Biogasaufbereitungs- und Netzeinspeiseanlage integriert werden

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INVISTA Kingston site earns ISCC PLUS certification

This achievement marks another major milestone in the company’s global strategy and reinforces a dedication to stewardship via environmental protection, social responsibility, and operational transparency

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A Biological Approach to Metalworking Based on Chitinous Colloids and Composites

Researchers from Singapore University of Technology and Design found new conditions using chitosan, in which composites’ ability to be printed and cast into functional shapes with metallic characteristics is demonstrated

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Metallobjekte ohne Schmelzen und Pressen

Von Insekten abgeschautes Rezept ermöglicht maßgeschneiderte Metallverbundstoffe

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4 September 20243 September 2024

NREL Advances Method for Recyclable Wind Turbine Blades

Resin Made From Biomass Enables Chemical Recycling at End of Useful Lifespan

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Neuer Werkstoff aus Abfall: Unsortierte Abfälle werden zu biobasiertem Thermoplast

Mit dieser Entwicklung kann UBQ Materials Treibhausgasemissionen vermeiden und die CO2-Bilanz von Alltagsprodukten verbessern

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Case: ANDRITZ & Metsä Fibre & Dow – LigniOx innovation offers a biobased option for construction chemicals

VTT teamed up with ANDRITZ, Metsä Fibre and Dow to transform lignin – a pulp production side stream – into a renewable replacement for fossil-based dispersants. As a result, a new demo plant is now under construction

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Mewalii’s Period Pads are Made from Regenerative Hemp Fibers

The absorbent fibers undergo a unique mechanical softening process, enhancing their natural softness without toxic chemicals

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3 September 20242 September 2024

63rd Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress & 4th Innovation Days 11 – 13 September 2024, Dornbirn Austria

The 63rd Dornbirn GFC 2024 is characterized by the energy transition and presents innovative solutions for the textile industry. The presentations on the main topic “Energy Solutions” during the three-day congress will start with a plenary lecture on the opening day

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Sustainable Materials Conference & Expo 2024: Advancing The Material Transition

Cologne, Germany – 13-14 November 2024

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BASF and STOCKMEIER Urethanes USA, Inc. partner to offer more sustainable polyurethane playground and recreational surfacing products

BASF supplies STOCKMEIER Urethanes with BMB Lupranate MDI for the manufacturing of their Stobielast S binders

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BASF und STOCKMEIER Urethanes USA, Inc. kooperieren für nachhaltigere Spielplätze und Freizeitflächen aus Polyurethan

BASF beliefert STOCKMEIER Urethanes mit BMB Lupranat MDI für die Herstellung ihrer Stobielast S Bindemittel

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Doppelganger Plastics: a more desirable alternative?

Researchers team at Stora Enso developed FuraCore - a more controlled, highly customisable, less energy intensive process for high quality FDCA and PEF

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Ingenza announces partnership with Cellugy to investigate the potential of biofabricated cellulose

This collaboration will Cellugy enable to benefit from Ingenza’s extensive experience, and will focus on implementing different techniques to identify key factors influencing the cellulose production pathway

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UBC super-black wood can improve telescopes, optical devices and consumer goods

By sheer accident, UBC researchers created a new super-black material that absorbs almost all light and trademarked it as Nxylon

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Cotton: A Material Without a Future?

Organic Cotton, Fair Trade, and BCI have made significant strides towards improvement to a circular economy - but Europe expects this by 2030

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Japan, Indonesia, others agree to build sustainable fuel supply chain

Coconut oil-based aviation fuel among 400 projects pitched in Jakarta meeting

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Sabic and Lubrizol collaborate on sustainable soft-rigid compatible material solutions

Joining Complementary Strengths and Sustainable Material Portfolios

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SABIC und Lubrizol arbeiten gemeinsam an nachhaltigen Lösungen für weich-steife Materialien

Verbindung von komplementären Stärken und nachhaltigen Materialportfolios

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2 September 202429 October 2024

nova Session: Food and Feed Crops for Bio-based Materials – Facts, Myths, Availability and Policy

30 October 2024 @ 13:00 - 16:00 CEST, online

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VTT launches new initiative to demonstrate energy-efficient manufacturing technologies for fiber-based products

The initiative will pioneer low-carbon, water-efficient technology with the potential to reduce water consumption by up to 90% and overall energy consumption by more than half

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AustroCel plant die Produktion von Hydrogel-Granulat Anfang 2025

AustroCel investiert in die erstmalige industrielle Produktion eines neuartigen Hydrogels und revolutioniert damit die Landwirtschaft

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AustroCel plans to produce hydrogel granulate in early 2025

CEO Kalt: „AustroCel invests in the first industrial production of a new type of biodegradable hydrogel, revolutionising agriculture“

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ICIG Purchases Bioethanol Plant from Clariant in Romania, Strengthening Its Biotechnology Business

International Chemical Investors Group (ICIG) has signed an agreement with Clariant to purchase the decommissioned bioethanol plant in Podari, Romania

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Corden BioChem übernimmt Betrieb von ehemaliger Clariant-Bioraffinerie

Im vergangenen Jahr gab Clariant das Aus für seine kommerzielle Bioraffinerie im rumänischen Podari bekannt. Nun wird der Auftragshersteller Corden BioChem den Betrieb übernehmen und die Anlage dazu umbauen

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30 August 20243 September 2024

Why communications and marketing? 

Why communications and marketing?  Sustainable change in the chemicals and materials industry

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nova-Institute participates in the discussion at the EDANA Conference Outlook Europe in Rome: Cellulosic fibres and biosynthetics – The status quo of renewable fibre sources in the context of the recent wave of regulatory developments

24-26 September 2024, Rome, Italy

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Luminy® PLA bioplastics at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Luminy® PLA bioplastics have a 75% lower carbon footprint than traditional plastics and can be recycled or composted at end-of-life

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Honeywell And Repsol To Collaborate On Renewable Fuel Development 

Companies to scale the commercialization of Honeywell technologies for efficient chemical production and advanced biofuels

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29 August 202431 August 2024

Fibre-to-Fibre Recycling: The Key to a Sustainable Textile Industry

nova-Session on Textile Recycling on 17 September 2024, 13:00-16:00 CEST

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Sustainable construction: the use of cork material in the building industry

The growing awareness of environmental concerns and the imperative to adopt sustainable practices within the construction industry has spurred an exploration and implementation of a variety of bio-based materials

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3D Laser Printing with Bioinks from Microalgae

Heidelberg researchers successfully develop a new generation of biocompatible materials for additive manufacturing

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3D-Laserdruck mit Biotinten aus Mikroalgen

Heidelberger Wissenschaftlerinnen entwickeln erfolgreich neue Generation von bio-kompatiblen Materialien für die additive Fertigung

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28 August 202427 August 2024

nova-Session: Mastering CSRD Compliance – A Practical Guide for the Industrial Sector

26 September 2024; 14:00 - 16:00 CEST, online

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New report finds there are $4-6 in benefits to the U.S. Economy for every $1 of federal SAF at Gevo’s net-zero 1 facility

Research by Charles River Associates ("CRA") demonstrates clear economic and environmental benefits utilizing this business system

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Siegwerk to present new functional paper coatings at Specialty Papers Europe 2024

Meet Siegwerk at Europe’s leading conference for the specialty paper and packaging industry on September 3-4, 2024, and learn more about the company’s latest barrier and heat-seal coatings for use in paper mills

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Siegwerk präsentiert neue funktionale Papierbeschichtungen auf der Specialty Papers Europe 2024

Treffen Sie Siegwerk am 3. und 4. September 2024 auf Europas führender Konferenz für die Spezialpapier- und Verpackungsindustrie und erfahren Sie mehr über die neuesten Barriere- und Heißsiegellacke des Unternehmens für den Einsatz in Papierfabriken

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27 August 202420 August 2024

Lenzing again among the top 1 percent of world’s most sustainable companies

The rating comprehensively covers the four most important practices in the area of corporate social responsibility

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Lenzing erneut unter Top-1-Prozent der weltweit nachhaltigsten Unternehmen

Die Bewertung deckt umfassend die vier wichtigsten Praktiken im Bereich Corporate Social Responsibility ab