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10 April 20244 April 2024

UPM launches new biostimulant product range as a long-term solution for sustainable agriculture

Proven benefits for a broad range of crops cultivated in fields and greenhouses with a significantly optimized environmental footprint compared to incumbent fossils-based products

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Major environmental benefits recycling gold with biodiesel

Chalmers researchers discovered that using biodiesel for purifying or recycling metals is an environmentally friendly method and could change an industry that is currently dependent on large amounts of fossil oil

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BIC on the EU Communication on biotechnology and biomanufacturing

With its innovative power and by creating new industrial ecosystems, the bio-based industries sector is a strategic pillar for biomanufacturing in Europe today

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9 April 20243 April 2024

Global goals for sustainable development

In 2015 the international community adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It is a roadmap for the future with the overriding objective of enabling people to live in dignity everywhere in the world. The 2030 Agenda embraces the economic, environmental and social dimensions of development and calls on everybody to gear their actions to these imperatives

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Transformationsbericht der Bundesregierung: Mit Kreislaufwirtschaft gegen Umweltkrisen 

Treibhausgase werden weltweit größtenteils bei der Gewinnung und Verarbeitung fossiler Rohstoffe emittiert – ein bedeutender Faktor des Klimawandels. Antworten bietet die Kreislaufwirtschaft, wie der vom Kabinett beschlossene Transformationsbericht zeigt

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CJ Biomaterials Continues to Expand Applications for PHA with World’s First Completely Biodegradable Plastic Bottle Cap

New eco-friendly cap introduced by Beyond Plastic can replace traditional, petroleum-based plastic caps

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HanfLeder – Vegane Alternative vom Feld

Aus Hanfstroh, das man von Hanfbauern bezieht, stellt das Start-up Revoltech das LOVR "HanfLeder" her

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Major Chinese-European collaboration begins to find high-value, eco-friendly uses for agri-food residues

Together with another 22 partners from across Europe, 13 Chinese academic and industrial organisations will develop sustainable processes to convert agri-food residues into high-value products

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New Master’s degree programme in Sustainable Chemistry

Focus on the sustainable use of resources – International study programme starts at JLU Giessen in the winter semester 2024/2025 – Applications may be submitted from 1 May 2024

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Neuer Masterstudiengang „Sustainable Chemistry“

Nachhaltiger Umgang mit Rohstoffen im Fokus – Internationaler Studiengang startet zum Wintersemester 2024/2025 an der Universität Gießen – Bewerbung ab 1. Juni 2024 möglich

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8 April 20243 April 2024

Borealis and AKVA group launch groundbreaking Polarcirkel™ workboat hull crafted from renewable feedstock-based plastic

EverMinds™ in action: Borealis’ Bornewables™ range of renewable polyolefins enables the Polarcirkel series to maintain exceptional performance standards while driving progress towards a circular economy

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Borealis und AKVA präsentieren bahnbrechenden Polarcirkel™ Bootsrumpf aus erneuerbaren Rohstoffen

EverMinds™ in Aktion: Borealis' Bornewables™-Sortiment an erneuerbaren Polyolefinen ermöglicht es der „Polarcirkel-Serie“, außergewöhnliche Leistungsstandards beizubehalten und gleichzeitig den Fortschritt in Richtung einer Kreislaufwirtschaft voranzutreiben

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Avantium publishes its 2023 Annual Report

The report also features sections on Risk Management, Corporate Governance, and the consolidated financial statements and company financial statements

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Treatment for blindness-causing retinal detachment using viscous seaweed

POSTECH researchers have developed a hydrogel solution which is based on a natural carbohydrate derived from algae

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Strom durch Atomkraft sinkt weltweit: Nicht nur Deutschland steigt aus

Weltweit sinkt der Anteil der Atomkraft an der Stromerzeugung. Zwar bauen einige Länder neue AKW. In vielen anderen aber ist Kernkraft kein Thema

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Bio-based circuit boards could cut down electronic eco-toxicity

The ingredients list for the most commonly used material for PCB are known as ‘FR-4’ - a mixture of woven glass fibre, epoxy resin and copper foil

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What it takes to achieve ‘bold goals’ for the U.S. bioeconomy

A strong bioeconomy can help us mitigate climate change, increase sustainable production, and expand manufacturing of cutting-edge therapies while boosting U.S. technological capabilities and providing new jobs

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Pushing out plastic in consumer-goods packaging

Cellulose fibres are emerging as a sustainable option for wrapping everything from foods to electronic

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5 April 20242 April 2024

C1 proves continuous green methanol production process in record time,confirming predictions from quantum chemistry

Berlin-based start-up sets a new standard in green methanol production while tripling innovation speed with the predictive power of quantum chemistry

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Durchbruch mit Quantenchemie: Cleantech-Unternehmen C1 macht Herstellung von grünem Methanol in Rekordzeit möglich

Berliner Start-Up setzt neuen Standard für die grüne Methanolproduktion, wobei die dreifache Innovationsgeschwindigkeit mit Hilfe der Quantenchemie erreicht werden konnte

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Bpacks Launches World’s First Bark-Based Packaging Technology to Replace Seamlessly Plastic Materials 

The firm’s new technology is fully compatible with existing production streams and targets the $384 billion global plastic packaging market

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Thermal Solutions for Green Buildings

The BIOBUILD project will design and showcase protype wooden houses with innovative wallboards and parquet and evaluate energy saving performance as well as recyclability in Sweden and Spain

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„Tangpon“ aus Meeresalgen: Berliner Gründerin entwickelt nachhaltiges Periodenprodukt

Das Start-up Vyld stellt Tampons aus Braunalgen-Fasern her. Ihr „Tangpon“ soll nachhaltig sein und die Ozeane schützen

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Terviva’s strategic pivot: ‘The development cycles of our tech are longer than the economic cycles in which we operate’

Terviva​​​​ is opening up new market opportunities for the “incredibly robust”​​ drought-resilient crop as biomass or nutrition for humans

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Vyld expands into algae-based diapers

Seaweed-based tampons came first - the company is now working on an ambitious project called Windelwald, or diaper forest

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Kumho Petrochemical Signs MOU With SK Geo Centric, Tongsuh Petrochemical For ‘Establishment Of Sustainable Bio Raw Material Supply Chain’

Formation of Long-term Mutual Cooperation for Sustainable Growth in the Petrochemical Industry among the Three Companies

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Rice researchers develop 3D-printed wood from its own natural components

Researchers at Rice University have unlocked the potential to use 3D printing to make sustainable wood structures, offering a greener alternative to traditional manufacturing methods

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4 April 202428 March 2024

Say Hello to Biodegradable Microplastics

Research shows plant-based polymers can disappear within seven months

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Forscher entwickeln biologisch abbaubares Plastik auf Algenbasis

Wissenschaftler der Universität of California haben aufzeigen können, dass sich ihre Biopolymere innerhalb von 7 Monaten biologisch abbauen

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Technip Energies and LanzaTech Selected by the US Department of Energy to Receive $200M

Investment for Breakthrough, Replicable Decarbonized Ethylene Commercial Facility

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Dämmstoff mit Zukunft: Seegras aus Schleswig-Holstein

Seegras ist eine vielversprechende Alternative für herkömmliches Dämmmaterial: Es brennt nicht. Dafür bindet es CO2 und ist nachwachsend. Eine Firma im schleswig-holsteinischen Kreis Steinburg hat deshalb große Pläne

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Better Earth Introduces Renewable Plant Fiber Trays for Catering Events

These innovative trays represent a significant step forward in sustainable catering solutions, setting a new standard for excellence in the industry

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Self-healing Concrete Insights

The innovative DEEP PURPLE project to showcase the feasibility of transforming raw materials from organic waste or wastewater into five ‘consumer’ products

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Why building America’s biomanufacturing sector is critical for America’s security

John F. Crowley from BIO: “The strength of our biotechnology industry is a testament to our nation’s capability to protect and enhance the lives of its citizens and those around the globe.”

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3 April 202427 March 2024

CO2-negative construction thanks to new composite material

A new composite material is finding its way into the construction industry. Made from natural stone, carbon fibers and biochar, it is an alternative to reinforced concrete. It is characterized by a particularly good CO2 balance

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CO2-negatives Bauen durch neuartigen Verbundwerkstoff

Ein neuer Verbundwerkstoff hält Einzug in die Bauindustrie. Hergestellt aus Naturstein, Carbonfasern und Biokohle ist er eine Alternative zu Stahlbeton. Eine besonders gute CO2-Bilanz zeichnet ihn aus

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Avantium: Well Capitalised and Continued Good Progress in the Execution of its Strategy

Avantium N.V., a leading company in renewable and circular polymer materials, today reports its unaudited 2023 full year results

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Intek Plastics acquires a large Wisconsin plastics extruder

The acquired facility and equipment greatly expand production capacity

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Durchbruch bei PLA-Recycling: Enzym zersetzt Bioplastik in 24 Stunden

Ein gängiges Enzym, das auch in Waschmitteln steckt, kann PLA mit etwas Wärme innerhalb von 24 Stunden komplett abbauen

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China: TotalEnergies and SINOPEC join forces to produce sustainable jet fuel at a SINOPEC’s refinery

The jointly owned unit by SINOPEC and TotalEnergies will have the capacity to produce 230,000 tons of SAF per year, and will process local waste or residues from the circular economy

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AFYREN NEOXY receives €3.4 million milestone payment as part of the AFTER-BIOCHEM project

The payment, recognised in the 2023 accounts of AFYREN NEOXY, is the third instalment of a €20 million grant

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Flow Series made from wood biocomposite using 3D printing technology

Nazar Sigaher together with CIRCULA focusing on wood biocomposite material made from residual waste

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2 April 202425 March 2024

Luminy® PLA water bottle with embossed label facilitates recycled PLA production

Sansu and TotalEnergies Corbion to produce a 100% PLA bottle with an embossed label, which significantly expedites the processing of PCR PLA bottles – avoiding labels and caps removal processes

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Eco-Products Introduces Compostable Paper Bags and Sandwich Wraps

Ideal for supermarkets, restaurants and bakeries, the new products include a variety of BPI-Certified bags and wraps with no-added PFAS

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When 3D-printed mushrooms make music: Mushroom mycelium as a sustainable high-tech material in speaker construction

A team of researchers at Fraunhofer IWU is exploring another application for mushroom mycelium material: for components in high-quality transmission line speakers, with the aim to enhance their sound even further

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Wenn 3D-gedruckte Pilze Musik machen: Pilzmyzel als nachhaltiger Hightech-Werkstoff im Lautsprecherbau

Ein Forscherinnenteam am Fraunhofer IWU erschließt ein weiteres Einsatzgebiet für Pilzmyzelwerkstoff: als komplexe Bauteile, die hochwertige Transmissionline-Lautsprecher noch besser klingen lassen

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Seeking better control of biocomposites for better, more ecofriendly materials

The variability of the mechanical properties of sustainable biocomposite materials limits their widespread application in industry

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28 March 202425 March 2024

Commission takes action to boost biotechnology and biomanufacturing in the EU

The EU biotechnology and biomanufacturing sector is facing several challenges: research and technology transfer to the market, regulatory complexity, access to finance, skills, value chain obstacles, intellectual property, public acceptance and economic security

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CBE JU boosting the EU’s biotech and biomanufacturing sectors

CBE JU funding supports projects developing and producing innovative, sustainable and circular bio-based solutions across many sectors spanning from bio-based chemicals to food and feed ingredients, from construction materials to packaging

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Biogas: more sustainable thanks to microalgae?

A project involving the Cremona Campus of Politecnico di Milano, A2A and Polo delle Microalghe