6 September 202330 August 2023 Plant-Based Plastics Gain Favor as Companies Pursue Sustainability Goals Bioplastics production is now growing 14% a year, putting them on track to reach up to 3% of the plastics market in the next five years
Higher Oil Prices Are One More Reason Why Airliners Look to Alternative Fuels Oil prices have spiked to at least $84 per barrel — another reason to consider using alternative fuels. It’s especially true for airliners, among the industries hardest hit by rising fuel prices
AgFunderNews round table: Do the economics of precision fermentation stack up for animal-free dairy? Once upon a time, dairy proteins were made exclusively by lactating mammals. These days, you can produce them in genetically engineered plants or microbes, or even lactating mammary cells grown in a bioreactor
Saudi Arabia: is the country set to become a global biotech hub? Saudi Arabia seems set to become a global competitive biotech hub; over the next decade, it is expected to become a world leader in biotech research and generate significant economic growth
5 September 202330 August 2023 Bio-based packaging films could revolutionize global markets – LUT and VTT are developing a new solution from cellulose The goal is an easily recyclable, cellulose-based material that reduces waste and replaces unsustainable fossil-based materials such as plastic in packaging applications
Braskem + SCGC: Neues Werk für Bio-Ethylen in Thailand in Planung Die Chemiesparte der thailändischen Siam Cement Group (SCG) und der brasilianische Kunststoffkonzern Braskem planen gemeinsam den Bau eines Werks zur Produktion von Bio-Ethylen in Thailand
Paper Drinking Straws may be Harmful and may not be Better for the Environment Than Plastic Versions, Researchers Warn Long-lasting 'forever chemicals', which can cause damaging health issues, found in 18/20 brands of paper straws
Strohhalme aus Pappe: Enthalten Papiertrinkhalme Schadstoffe? In Restaurants werden Getränke jetzt häufiger mit Trinkhalmen aus Pappe serviert. Das schmeckt merkwürdig. Enthalten diese Papiertrinkhalme Schadstoffe?
Polymers as carbon storage: Neste, LyondellBasell, Biofibre and Naftex bring bio-based polymers to the construction sector Cooperation enables construction parts to be made of bio-based plastics reinforced with natural fiber. Longevity of construction materials can enable storing of carbon for years or even decades
Kunststoffe als Kohlenstoffspeicher: Neste, LyondellBasell, Biofibre und Naftex führen biobasierte Polymere im Bausektor ein Zusammenarbeit der Unternehmen ermöglicht Herstellung von Bauteilen aus biobasierten, naturfaserverstärkten Kunststoffen. Langlebigkeit der Baustoffe ermöglicht Speicherung von Kohlenstoff über viele Jahre oder sogar Jahrzehnte
4 September 202329 August 2023 Syclus choses Axens to provide Atol® technology for Europe’s first ethanol-based renewable ethylene production plant The facility will rely on Atol® technology from French company Axens that can produce ethylene widely regarded as having the highest quality on the market
Syclus + Axens: Produktion von Ethylen auf Ethanol-Basis in Planung Das niederländische Unternehmen Syclus plant den Bau eines Werks zur Produktion von nachhaltigem Ethylen auf der Basis von Ethanol
New bio-based materials from non-biodegradable plastic waste for the packaging and pharmaceutical industries The role of AIMPLAS in the project involved the pretreatment of plastics using microwave-assisted thermochemical degradation
Yamaha Motor Adopts Plant-Derived Next-Generation Materials for Personal Watercraft and Sports Boats World's first mass-produced parts for vehicles
Coffee offers performance boost for concrete Engineers in Australia have found a way of making stronger concrete with roasted used-coffee grounds, to give the drink-additive a “double shot” at life and reduce waste going to landfills
European Green Deal: more sustainable use of plant and soil natural resources The Commission adopted a package of measures for a sustainable use of key natural resources, which will also strengthen the resilience of EU food systems and farming
Europäischer Grüner Deal: nachhaltigere Nutzung der natürlichen Pflanzen- und Bodenressourcen Die Kommission hat ein Maßnahmenpaket für die nachhaltige Nutzung der wichtigsten natürlichen Ressourcen angenommen, mit dem auch die Resilienz der Lebensmittelsysteme und der Landwirtschaft in der EU gestärkt werden soll
1 September 202329 August 2023 Workshops in Tallinn show how to use local algae in construction Danish architect and biomaterials researcher Kathryn Larsen has experience using algae as a tool for the development of future materials in both Scandinavian and Dutch construction traditions
31 August 202328 August 2023 Avantium awarded €0.76 million EU funding for its participation in the Rebiolution project This programme aims to design and synthetize biobased and biodegradable polyester blends based on FDCA to be used as plastic coating for food packaging and for mulch films for agricultural applications
Verbände warnen vor ungerechtfertigter Benachteiligung von Kunststoffverpackungen durch Taxonomie-Kriterien Die EU-Taxonomie-Regeln sollten materialneutral sein und sich nicht einseitig gegen Kunststoffverpackungen wenden
Citizens of LIPOR eight Municipalities continue to actively participate in Multi-material and Bio-waste Recycling Actively participate in recycling and be part of the circular economy! This is the contribution of LIPOR 8 Associated Municipalities citizens
LG Chem secures waste cooking oil supply for biodiesel production LG Chem Ltd. is poised to kick off a project that produces biodiesel using waste cooking oil as part of its drive for renewable materials
Große Auszeichnung für große Ideen – Ernst-Pelz-Preis und Förderpreis Nachwachsende Rohstoffe verliehen C.A.R.M.E.N.-Event würdigte bio-basierten Schmelzklebstoff und Bauelement aus Holz und Stroh
30 August 202325 August 2023 Hartshorn salt and “baking” solves a serious environmental problem A group of young chemists from the University of Copenhagen has invented a green and surprisingly simple solution to separate and recycle polyester fabric blends
Kopenhagen: Durchbruch beim Polyester-Recycling Mittels einem leichten Lösemittel und dem bekannten Hirschhornsalz lassen sich sich Kunststoff- und Baumwollfasern in verschiedene Schichten trennen
China Invests $140 Million in Biodegradable Rubber A Chinese project aims to develop biodegradable rubber to address the persistence of rubber in the environment
Gewässerschutz steht im Vordergrund: Biologisch abbaubare Waschmittel vom Bodensee Die Firma Sonett aus Deggenhausen (Bodenseekreis) produziert seit über 40 Jahren nachhaltige Wasch- und Reinigungsmittel. Die biologisch abbaubaren Produkte werden in die ganzen Welt verkauft
Surfboards from invasive trees offer a habitat-restoring plastic alternative Architect Joey Valenti and master woodmaker Eric Bell are producing 'Bizia surfboards', which are sustainable at three levels and aim to displace demand for the highly toxic petrochemical boards
Lignin Conversion Could Make Jet Fuel 100% Sustainable In 2021, nearly a quarter of the world's carbon dioxide emissions came from the transportation sector, with aviation being a significant contributor
29 August 202324 August 2023 Recover™ and Lands’ End Collaborate to Transform Textile Waste Into Sustainble Denim This collaboration shows how textile waste can be integrated back into the system to create a more sustainable production model
Recover™ und Lands’ End arbeiten gemeinsam an der Weiterverarbeitung von Textilabfällen zu nachhaltigem Jeansstoff Diese Zusammenarbeit zeigt, wie Textilabfälle wieder in das System eingebracht werden können, so dass eine nachhaltigere Produktion erreicht wird
Erste Bezahlkarte aus Holz erfolgreich In mehreren Pilotprojekten in Deutschland und der Schweiz wird seit 2022 die erste komplett biologisch abbaubare Bezahlkarte getestet. Wie geht es weiter?
Exciting Careers in the Bioplastics Industry The increased adoption and production of bioplastics can create jobs across various sectors - from research and development to manufacturing and production, there are attractive careers that are interesting to pursue
Electricity driving life Using a metabolic pathway, energy-rich resources can be produced via the power of electricity
Elektroantrieb für das Leben Mit einem einfachen Stoffwechselweg lässt sich die Herstellung energiereicher Wertstoffe direkt mit Strom antreiben
28 August 202317 December 2024 Sign the RCI Manifesto for the next European Commission (2024-2029) The Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) is highlighting key issues as policymaker's awareness and support is crucial for the much-needed transition to renewable carbon
Eco-Friendly Solutions For Sustainable Packaging In LOKYO In today’s world, where environmental consciousness is on the rise, it’s crucial for businesses to adopt eco-friendly practices
Boosting innovation in European bioeconomy New projects to drive innovation within the European bioeconomy being funded by the CBE JU are outlined here
Do biodegradable bioplastics provide a safe answer to plastic pollution? Biodegradability is not something to be taken for granted
25 August 202322 August 2023 Neste to enable PET bottles produced with bio-based materials with Suntory, ENEOS and Mitsubishi Corporation Neste RE is Neste’s feedstock for polymers production, made 100% from bio-based raw materials such as waste and residues, e.g. used cooking oil
Neste ermöglicht PET-Flaschen aus biobasierten Rohstoffen in Zusammenarbeit mit Suntory, ENEOS und der Mitsubishi Corporation Neste RE ist ein Rohstoff von Neste für die Kunststoffproduktion, der zu 100 Prozent aus biobasierten Rohstoffen wie Abfällen und Reststoffen, z.B. gebrauchtem Speiseöl, hergestellt wird
SABIC offers bio-based Versions of all NORYL™ resin grades to further advance the bioeconomy of plastics The bio-based versions are formulated with polyphenylene ether (PPE) resin feedstocks certified under International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS
Betrachtung der Nutzung von Nahrungs- und Futtermittelpflanzen als Rohstoffe für biobasierte Materialien Diskussion um Biomassenutzung und Ernährungssicherheit
Research tests whether bioplastics break down in Moreton Bay Australian Research Council Training Centre for Bioplastics and Biocomposites at The University of Queensland is responding to unprecedented growth in demand for bioderived and biodegradable products with more than 10 million tonnes of plastic waste accumulating in oceans each year
Biodegradability of plastics: discussion paper This paper was produced in collaboration with The University of Queensland and is available on their website here
24 August 202321 August 2023 Braskem and SCG Chemicals join forces to advance in the bio-based Ethylene project in Thailand The project in Thailand is planned to produce 200kt of I'm greenTM bio-based Polyethylene
Discarded aloe peels could be a sustainable, natural insecticide (video) Scientists report several bioactive compounds in extracts from the peels that deter insects from feasting on crops
DUH: benötigte Fläche für Kraftstoff aus Agrar-Biomasse in Deutschland wird steigen Die Deutsche Umwelthilfe rechnet damit, dass die Fläche für den Biomasse-Anbau in Deutschland um bis zu 40 Prozent steigen wird. Sie fordert einen Stopp der Förderung von Kraftstoffen aus Agrar-Biomasse
How bacteria can be “tamed” for sustainable plastics production Research team at Giessen University develops new system for tailored control of gene expression
Wie sich Bakterien für eine nachhaltige Kunststoffproduktion „zähmen“ lassen Forschungsteam der Universität Gießen entwickelt neues System zur maßgeschneiderten Kontrolle der Genexpression