22 February 202316 February 2023 Fossile Grundstoffe der chemischen Industrie durch Biomasse ersetzen Carbonsäureester aus Biomasse gewinnen, das möchte ein Chemieingenieur der Universität Hamburg, der jetzt vom Europäischen Forschungsrat dafür mit rund zwei Mio. Euro gefördert wird
Looking beyond microplastics, Oregon State researchers find that cotton and synthetic microfibers impact behavior and growth of aquatic organisms New study found that microfibers of any kind are of concern, because scientists are increasingly identifying them in water samples and discovering they are causing adverse impacts in organisms and ecosystems
Paving the way for a renewable-powered future: New EU research project EMPHASIS to develop novel supercapacitors A cutting-edge energy storage system to meet increasing global energy demands
Processing of bioplastics in biogas production: a forward-looking waste management solution New paper shows that the increasing amount of compostable bioplastics in our waste can be collected and processed with no ecological risk to produce biogas
World BioEconomy Forum launches a survey on forming a global hub for the bioeconomy The World BioEconomy Forum and partners are launching a survey on the formation of a global hub to serve the bioeconomy sector
21 February 202320 February 2023 Non-wood fibre is a new innovation frontier for Europe’s paper and board sector, shows nova-Institute study Commissioned by Cepi, the new report concludes that the material streams hold potential to contribute to the sustainable growth of the pulp and paper sector
Chemicals from residues – Leipzig scientists bring chemical production at biogas plants to pilot scale Researchers of the Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum and the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research are investigating in the new "CapUp" project to develop green chemicals from agro-industrial waste
Chemikalien aus Reststoffen – Leipziger Forscherinnen bringen Chemikalienproduktion für Biogasanlagen auf Pilotmaßstab Forscher des Deutschen Biomasseforschungszentrums und des Helmholtz-Zentrums für Umweltforschung wollen im Projekt "CapUp" grüne Chemikalien aus Reststoffen entwickeln
Global Bioenergies: First significant sales in 2022 Trade payables increased as a result of the negotiation of more favourable payment terms for the Company in connection with the initiation of production activities
Vestas präsentiert Technik für Wiederverwertung von Turbinenblättern Verbund CETEC in Zusammenarbeit mit Olin und Stena Recycling entwickelt neues chemisches Verfahren, um das Material von Rotorblättern zu zerlegen
Vestas unveils circularity solution to end landfill for turbine blades Newly discovered chemical technology developed within the CETEC initiative, and partnerships with Olin and Stena Recycling, the solution can be applied to blades currently in operation
Bluepha PHA Global Product Launch Event Announcement Bluepha has been working on a new generation of biodegradable material, Bluepha™ PHA for over 6 years, and now it's ready to go to market
Neste, Uponor, Wastewise Group and Borealis enable chemical recycling of hard-to-recycle plastic waste into new high-quality plastic pipes First production of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipes based on feedstock from chemically recycled PEX waste. Project demonstrates chemical recycling can process hard-to-recycle waste plastic into high-quality polymer products
Neste, Uponor, Wastewise Group und Borealis ermöglichen chemisches Recycling von schwer recycelbaren Kunststoffabfällen zu neuen hochwertigen Kunststoffrohren Erste Produktion von Rohren aus vernetztem Polyethylen (PEX) auf Basis von chemisch recycelten PEX-Abfällen. Das Projekt zeigt, dass sich durch chemisches Recycling schwer recycelbare Kunststoffabfälle zu hochwertigen Kunststoffprodukten verarbeiten lassen
20 February 202315 February 2023 Degradation of Plastic Waste using newly Developed Biocatalysts Researchers of the University of Greifswald and from Covestro developed two corresponding methods
Abbau von Plastikabfall durch neu entwickelte Biokatalysatoren möglich Forscher der Universität Greifswald und von Covestro haben zwei neue Verfahren dafür entwickelt
Idemitsu and Toray Creating Japan’s First Biomass ABS Resin Supply Chain Both companies aim to lower emissions from the plastics sector through their joint efforts
Wie unsere Autos in Zukunft nachhaltiger werden sollen Die Autohersteller wollen immer mehr natürliche Materialien ins Auto bringen. Rennsport-Studien wie von Porsche sind nur der erste Schritt
Zeon Corporation invests in U.S. Startup Visolis to accelerate development of their biomanufacturing process for sustainable chemicals Visolis is developing a biomanufacturing platform combining artificial intelligence, synthetic biology and traditional chemical catalysis to efficiently produce a portfolio of carbon negative chemicals
Apollo develops tyres with 75% Sustainable Materials Apollo Tyres, the leading tyre manufacturer, has developed tyres with 75% sustainable materials. This is aligned with Apollo Tyres’ sustainability roadmap of increasing the usage of sustainable raw material to 40% by 2030
Carbon Capture and Utilisation: More Than Hiding CO2 for Some Time New scientific paper shows that the actual impact of the CCU concept is difficult to assess, because it is highly technological and context-dependent and this can involve controversial discussions
The Ocean Cleanup and the United Nations: Partnering with UNDP The Ocean Cleanup and the United Nations Development Programme have joined forces to eliminate plastic pollution around the globe
Fischerei ist Hauptverursacher von Meeresplastik Obwohl immer noch viel Kunststoffabfall über die Flüsse ins Meer gelangt: Nach neuesten Studien stammt der Großteil des Meeresplastiks aus der Fischerei
17 February 202314 February 2023 Structural proteins for the development of sustainable materials: BRAIN Biotech and AMSilk cooperate to develop high-performance bio-based protein fibers New developments like those currently being developed by BRAIN Biotech and AMSilk could revolutionize the performance materials market
Strukturproteine für die Entwicklung nachhaltiger Materialien: BRAIN Biotech und AMSilk kooperieren bei der Entwicklung leistungsfähiger biobasierter Proteinfasern Neue Entwicklungen wie jene, die derzeit laufend von BRAIN Biotech und AMSilk gemacht werden, könnten den Markt für Biomaterialien revolutionieren
The Paper Bag releases guidelines for high-quality paper carrier bags New document gives paper bag producers and their customers orientation on parameters that influence the resistance and durability of paper carrier bags
Der Papiersack: nachhaltig von der Rohstoffgewinnung bis zum Lebensende Bei der Papiersackproduktion steht Ressourcenschonung an der Tagesordnung, und dank stetiger Verbesserung der Papierfestigkeit ist auch der generelle Papierverbrauch pro Sack in den letzten Jahren stark gesunken
We should pay more attention to rubber recycling If we should start the recycling process with milling the tyre, we would end up with a fairly untreatable mixture of compounds
LanzaTech and AMCI Acquisition Corp. II Announce Closing of Business Combination, Establishing First Public Carbon Capture and Transformation Company In connection with the closing of the business, AMCI has been renamed LanzaTech Global, Inc. and from February 10, 2023 its common stock is expected to begin trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol LNZA
Thrifty trick for bacterial plastic upcycling Implementation of a newly discovered metabolic pathway increases the CO2 efficiency of PET-utilizing bacteria
Spar-Trick für Kunststoff-Recycling durch Bakterien Der Einbau eines neu entdeckten Stoffwechselweges macht PET-verwertende Bakterien CO2-effizienter
16 February 202314 February 2023 Cellulose Fibres Conference on 8-9 March 2023 in Cologne and online Session on Sustainability and Environmental Impacts - Sustainability and Concern for Environmental Impact are Driving Developments in the Textile Industry
Metsä Spring leads funding round in Fiberwood to make insulation and packaging fossil free This Finnish startup upcycles side streams of the mechanical wood industry to create 100% ecological and recyclable insulation and packaging materials that are free from fossil-based materials
UPM Biochemicals und Haertol Chemie kooperieren bei nachhaltigen Kühlmitteln Weltweit erste Bioraffinerie in Leuna soll nachhaltig erzeugte, zertifizierte Forstbiomasse in Biochemikalien der nächsten Generation umwandeln
UPM Biochemicals and HAERTOL Chemie GmbH announce strategic partnership to develop new sustainable coolants World's first biorefinery in Leuna to develop biochemicals of the next generation from forest biomass
Wasserstoff – eine norwegische „Zeitenwende“? Deutschland sieht Norwegen als Wasserstofflieferanten, wenn das Erdgas zu Ende geht. Die norwegische Industrie rüstet auf, aber der deutsche Wasserstoffzug fährt – mit oder ohne norwegischem Wasserstoff
Chevron Phillips Chemical deepens collaboration with Nexus Circular, securing contracted long-term supply of advanced recycled plastic feedstocks from new facility Chevron Phillips Chemical helps accelerate the circular economy for plastics by aligning with Nexus Circular’s proven, commercial-scale advanced recycling technology to convert landfill-bound plastics into high-quality materials for the production of virgin-quality circular plastics
Biokraftstoffe mit Strom boostern Neues Verbundprojekt "Synergy Fuels" macht die Herstellung von Biokraftstoffen effizienter
Shell and S&W Enter Joint Venture to Develop and Produce Sustainable Biofuel Feedstocks The JV intends to develop Camelina (“Camelina sativa”) and other oilseed species from which oil and meal can be extracted for future processing into animal feed, biofuels, and other bioproducts
Efforts to Regulate Plastic Pollution Likely to Increase in 2023 Actions by Congress and the Biden Administration indicate that regulation of plastic pollution and related activities will accelerate over the coming year
15 February 202314 February 2023 The Future Sustainable Chemical and Materials Industry will be Based Entirely on Recycling, Biomass and CO₂ From 23 to 25 May 2023, the brightest stars of renewable materials will meet in Siegburg/Cologne (Germany). More than 500 participants are expected to attend the "Renewable Materials Conference 2023" (www.renewable-materials.eu) – the meeting point for global leaders in industry, science, and politics
Die nachhaltige Chemie- und Werkstoffindustrie der Zukunft wird vollständig auf Recycling, Biomasse und CO₂ basieren Vom 23. bis 25. Mai 2023 treffen sich die größten Stars der erneuerbaren Materialien in Siegburg/Köln (Deutschland). Mehr als 500 Teilnehmer werden zur „Renewable Materials Conference 2023“ (www.renewable-materials.eu) erwartet – dem Treffpunkt für weltweit führende Vertreter aus Industrie, Wissenschaft und Politik
New report reveals “large gap” in carbon dioxide removal needed CDR from new technologies must increase 1,300-fold by the year 2050. Joint press release of MCC, SWP, University of Oxford, and University of Wisconsin-Madison
Neuer Bericht zeigt „große Lücke“ bei CO2-Entnahmen aus der Atmosphäre auf Einsatz neuer Technologien muss bis 2050 um das 1300-Fache steigen. Gemeinsame Pressemitteilung von MCC, SWP, Uni Oxford und University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bioweg and Ginkgo Bioworks Announce Partnership to Develop Cost Effective and Efficacious Bio-Based Materials to Reduce the Use of Microplastic Pollutants The two companies seek to develop green and clean alternatives to synthetic polymers
Bioweg und Ginkgo Bioworks kündigen Partnerschaft zur Entwicklung kostengünstiger und wirksamer biobasierter Materialien zur Verringerung der Verwendung von Mikroplastik-Schadstoffen an Die beiden Unternehmen versuchen, grüne und saubere Alternativen zu synthetischen Polymeren zu entwickeln
Kelpi secures £3m seed funding led by Science Creates Ventures to develop the next generation of sustainable bioplastics The seed investment will fund pilots for new seaweed-based packaging – reducing fossil fuel dependency
Polestar Vehicle Seat Integrates Bio-Attributed PVC Polestar is undertaking an ambitious project with multiple partners to decarbonize the complete production of its vehicles
LyondellBasell and KIRKBI invest in APK to develop recycling technology LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB), a global leader in the chemical industry and KIRKBI A/S, the family-owned holding and investment company of the LEGO® brand, announce they have signed an agreement to make an investment in APK, which specializes in a unique solvent-based recycling technology for low density polyethylene (LDPE)