18 July 202317 July 2023 Shaping the sustainable fibre future with cellulose fibres – Abstract submissions open for the Celullose Fibres Conference 2024 Rising demand for renewable fibres meets bio-based and biodegradable cellulose fibres as a breakthrough solution for the future
Mit Cellulosefasern die Zukunft nachhaltiger Fasern gestalten – Einreichungen von Abstracts für die Cellulose Fibres Conference 2024 ab sofort möglich Die steigende Nachfrage nach erneuerbaren Fasern trifft auf bio-basierte und biologisch abbaubare Cellulosefasern als bahnbrechende Lösung für die Zukunft
New biodegradable plastics are compostable in your backyard A team led by researchers at the University of Washington has developed new bioplastics that degrade on the same timescale as a banana peel in a backyard compost bin
Twelve Commences Construction of First Commercial-Scale Plant in US for Producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel from CO2 Washington Governor Jay Inslee, Washington State Senator Julie Warnick, Alaska Airlines and Microsoft join the carbon transformation™company to mark the historic milestone
Gemeinsam zu mehr Nachhaltigkeit in der Chemieindustrie Kuraray Europe treibt geschlossene Rohstoffkreisläufe für Kunststoffe voran
17 July 202317 December 2024 No Sustainable Future Without Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) Why We Need Much More Political Recognition and Support for CCU
Keine nachhaltige Zukunft ohne CO2-Nutzung (Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU)) Warum wir viel mehr politische Anerkennung und Unterstützung für CCU brauchen
The future of recycling could one day mean dissolving plastic with electricity The researchers described their new approach to chemical recycling July 3 in the journal Chem Catalysis
Die Zukunft des Recyclings könnte eines Tages darin bestehen, Plastik mit Strom aufzulösen Die Methode ist so simpel, dass man das Auseinanderbrechen des Plastiks vor seinen Augen beobachten kann
1B Pounds of Wasted Food Processed Since 2021 Divert continues rapid expansion fueled by new infrastructure investments, positioned to increase processing capacity to 5% of U.S. wasted food by 2031
14 July 202311 July 2023 INEOS Styrolution partners with EGN and Tomra to recycle post-consumer polystyrene waste into food contact polystyrene Process enables closed-loop circularity for polystyrene (PS) at food contact quality levels. First large-scale mechanical recycling facility to process recycled PS suitable for food packaging. Start-up expected by mid-2025
Recyceltes Polystyrol für die Lebensmittelindustrie Verfahren ermöglicht geschlossenen Kreislauf für Polystyrol (PS) in der Lebensmittelindustrie
EuRIC strongly supports the Czech proposal to lower VAT for products made of recycled materials EuRIC reiterates its strong support for economic incentives as a powerful tool for the transition to a circular and climate-neutral economy
Rezyklat-Einsatz: Vorschlag für Mehrwertsteuersenkung Tschechien hat sich im EU-Umweltrat dafür stark gemacht, einen niedrigeren Mehrwertsteuersatz für Produkte mit Rezyklat-Gehalt anzusetzen
13 July 202310 July 2023 Heimischer grüner Wasserstoff konkurrenzfähiger als erwartet Vor Veröffentlichung der überarbeiteten Wasserstoffstrategie der Bundesregierung: Der Landesverband Erneuerbare Energien NRW stellt Studie des Wuppertal Instituts zu Bedarfen, Kosten und Entwicklungspfaden von Wasserstoff in Deutschland vor
Cat Footwear x Piñatex Piñatex partners with Cat Footwear for an eco-inspired collection of shoes designed to leave less footprint on the planet
Bioenergy Europe releases Biogas Statistical Report 2023 Bioenergy Europe released its Biogas Statistical Report 2023, in collaboration with the European Biogas Association (EBA) on June 21st
The carbon footprint of Fortum Circo® recycled plastic is nearing zero, says study verified by VTT Fortum Circo® is a series of plastic recyclates made from post-consumer plastic waste collected from Finnish consumers
Scientists make common pain killers from pine trees instead of crude oil Common drugs such as paracetamol and ibuprofen can be made from a chemical from pine trees instead of crude oil products
Wissenschaftler stellen gängige Schmerzmittel aus Kiefern statt aus Erdöl her Neue Methode wandelt Terpentin-Bestandteil in eine Reihe wertvoller chemischer Grundbausteine für Parfüms, Kunststoffe und Medikamente wie Ibuprofen um
12 July 20236 July 2023 Electrons and microbes are the decisive factor in this Leipzig research team develops process for bio-based nylon
Elektronen und Mikroben als entscheidende Helfer Leipziger Forschungsteam entwickelt Verfahren für biobasiertes Nylon
Government Minister visits Celtic Renewables on launch of new Circular Economy Bill New legislation to tackle waste by improving recycling rates and increasing reuse has been published by the Scottish Government
Lummus Technology and MOL Group Establish Partnership for Advanced Waste Plastic Recycling Underscores Lummus and MOL’s commitment to developing sustainable solutions for the circular economy
Lummus: Kooperation mit ungarischer Mol beim Ausbau des chemischen Kunststoffrecyclings Die US-amerikanische Lummus Technology unterstützt den ungarischen Öl- und Petrochemiekonzern Mol beim Ausbau des chemischen Kunststoffrecyclings
Q2 2023 Forisk Wood Fiber Review Paper and Packaging’s Slowdown Is Starting to Impact U.S. Wood Prices
Holiferm and Fibenol join forces to develop sustainable biosurfactants from wood residues Holiferm and Fibenol join forces to develop biosurfactants using Fibenol's wood sugars
Bio-based textiles from banana waste? Innovative initiative approved in Pakistan Project, approved by Global Environment Facility, will receive a $3.73 million grant
11 July 20236 July 2023 The chameleon effect Is it possible to 3D print biodegradable sensors and displays?
IFF Pioneers Designed Enzymatic Biomaterials Technology Platform to Deliver Sustainable Biopolymers IFF announced the launch of its new-to-the-world Designed Enzymatic Biomaterials (DEB) technology for the development of biobased materials at scale
Production Operations at AFYREN NEOXY Plant Make Significant Progress Production of several tons of products and first deliveries to customers. Operation units reliability improvement to start continuous production and gradually increase volumes
Caremelt® mit dem Ernst-Pelz-Preis ausgezeichnet TITK erhält den Ernst-Pelz-Preis für wegweisenden biobasierten Klebstoff Caremelt®
Field to fiber hemp technology An advanced industrial hemp processing line has been delivered to a major customer in Turkey by Tatham, who had many discussions about its machinery for the processing of natural staple fibers at the recent ITMA 2023 in Milan/Italy
Commission tables proposal for 30% cut in EU food waste by 2030 The European Commission has proposed legally binding targets to reduce food waste by 2030, including a 30% reduction for households, restaurants, and retail, but organisations and lawmakers warn it does not match international ambition to halve food waste
10 July 20236 July 2023 Study shows hemp captures as much carbon as forests when used for construction materials Titled "Unlocking Carbon Transfer: Wood and Hemp for Sustainable Construction", this study delves into the environmental implications of utilizing these biomass sources in the construction industry
Blumensteckschaum aus Schnittblumen Umweltverträgliche Alternative zu Phenol-Formaldehyd-Schaumstoffen
Advanced Biochemical (Thailand) Business Transfers to Parent Company AGC Vinythai The ABT business is completely transferring to its parent company, AGC Vinythai Public Company Limited, on 3rd July, 2023
EPFL spin-off closes the loop on PET recycling EPFL spin-off DePoly has developed a method for recycling polyethylene terephthalate (PET) at ambient temperature, even when it’s dirty or mixed with other plastics. The firm confirmed the feasibility of its method with a pilot capable of processing 50 metric tons per year. Having recently raised CHF 12.3 million, DePoly is now building a pilot plant with 10 times that capacity
Chemische Industrie soll mit Recycling CO₂ vermeiden Die Chemieindustrie benötigt gigantische Mengen grünen Wasserstoff – mehr, als vorhanden ist. Fachleute raten zur Alternative: Biomasse und Recycling
How can a shift to a circular economy in the EU contribute to a climate-neutral Europe? Shifting to a circular economy model is perceived as crucial for the European Union to achieve its goal of becoming climate-neutral by 2050
7 July 20235 July 2023 La Mède: A Multipurpose Facility for the Energies of Tomorrow TotalEnergies’s La Mède facility is a powerhouse for the energy sources of tomorrow, which are set to drive growth for the Company and the local region
Klimaneutrale Kraftstoffe aus CO₂, Biomasse und Strom Die Forschungsarbeiten werden vom Freistaat Bayern mit 11,9 Mio. Euro über einen Zeitraum von vier Jahren gefördert