20 October 202516 October 2025 Von Reststoffen zu Ressourcen: Biobasierte Klebstoffe für Holzwerkstoffe Im Forschungsprojekt »LowEPanel« testen Forscher vom Fraunhofer-Institut WKI formaldehydfreie Klebstoffe aus Lignin und Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) zur Herstellung nachhaltiger Spanplatten aus regionalen Holzresten
Fashion for Good Launches “Beyond50 Denim” to Address Hemp Integration Barriers In Global Denim Production The project: Combining Cottonised Hemp and Green Chemistry will validate the synergistic integration of two innovations by accelerating the use of hemp as an alternative to conventional cotton in denim
Special offer from The Renewable Carbon Initiative – profit from free membership in 2025 The Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) unites more than 80 companies leading the shift toward renewable carbon in chemicals and materials – and it is time for your organisation to take its place at our table!
Geno Announces New Partnership with Sojitz to Accelerate Commercialization of World’s First Plant-Based Nylon-6 Collaboration Can Enable Plant-Based Sourcing for Industry
FKuR auf der K 2025: Kunststoffe, die sich im Boden auflösen Neu ist das LDPE-Rezyklat Paluren von Palurec/Hürth, das aus Getränkekartons stammt - daneben finden Besucher:innen Produktbeispiele für Terralene-Compounds aus Bio-PE sowie aus den I’m green biobased PE- und EVA-Typen von Braskem
Bamboo-based plastic can be made to biodegrade quickly, but hold up in tough conditions Material science: Biodegradable bamboo plastic as strong as regular plastic
IFIB 2025, International Forum on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioeconomy The presentations covered a wide range of bioeconomy subjects, as did the discussions - rom keynotes to innovations, from long-term strategies to concrete business cases
Danish startup creates the world’s first cultivated outdoor paver – a natural alternative to cement The Danish startup Visibuilt has developed a completely new type of paver bound together by the fungal root network – mycelium – which is a natural binder with great potential
IFIB 2025, International Forum on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioeconomy Die Präsentationen deckten von Keynotes bis hin zu Innovationen, von langfristigen Strategien bis hin zu konkreten Geschäftsideen ein breites Spektrum an Themen der Bioökonomie ab, ebenso wie die Diskussionen
17 October 202513 October 2025 Scientists create natural plastics for everyday packaging The study, led by two researchers of the Monash University, provides a framework for designing bioplastics for temperature-sensitive packaging, addressing the global challenge of single-use plastic waste
Holzwerkstoffe aus leichtem Laubholz Projekt MatLeicht entwickelt Konzept zur Nutzung heimischer Laubholzressourcen
Strengthening soy for better bioplastics Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis using surface chemistry to improve the strength of soy and cellulose-based biomaterials
KIKS launches open beta phase – AI platform for the plastics industry From sustainability and raw material availability to digitalization the platform provides companies with AI-supported, data-driven tools that can be used along the entire value chain
KIKS startet offene Beta-Phase – KI-Plattform für die Kunststoffbranche Von Nachhaltigkeit über Rohstoffverfügbarkeit bis hin zur Digitalisierung stellt die Plattform Unternehmen KI-gestützte, datengetriebene Werkzeuge bereit, die entlang der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette eingesetzt werden können
Turning ocean carbon into biodegradable plastic System is first to pull carbon dioxide from the ocean and convert it to valuable product
Scientists grow mini human brains to power computers Biocomputing is something the most of us are linking with some science fiction, but indeed, researchers from the swiss FinalSpark lab took to start stem cells derived from human skin cells, which they had to buy from a clinic in Japan
16 October 202514 October 2025 Driving Innovation in Chemical Recycling for Complex Material-Waste: Interview with Addible Offers Insights Ahead of the Advanced Recycling Conference 2025 The solution of breaking down materials at the molecular level, unlocks high-value resources, that are difficult to recover using traditional methods
Bio-Based Fabric with Integrated Sensors Continuously Monitors Asphalt Road Conditions A new monitoring system from Fraunhofer researchers and partners detects damage early on and continuously monitors the condition of the underlying asphalt layer, comprehensively and without causing any damage
Biobasiertes Gewebe mit integrierter Sensorik überwacht Zustand von Asphaltstraßen kontinuierlich Ein neues Monitoringsystem von Fraunhofer-Forschenden und Partnern erkennt Schäden frühzeitig und überwacht den Zustand der Asphalttragschicht kontinuierlich, flächendeckend und zerstörungsfrei
Navigating standards for biobased and biodegradable materials New report provides an accessible overview of the key standards, certifications, and testing methods that underpin claims of bio-based content, biodegradability, and compostability
Turning rust into fuel: MANA advances green rust catalyst for next-gen hydrogen vehicles Report an inexpensive iron hydroxide catalyst that could support the use of sodium borohydride as a hydrogen storage material
Candiani adopts SURLYN™ PC 2000 REN for a new range of more sustainable premium cream jars In collaboration with DOW G.CANDIANI offers specific solutions-customized caps, jars, and bottles in addition to a wide range of standard cream jars made from SURLYN™
ECOFUNC pioneers eco-friendly, functional and circular building materials for sustainable construction and beyond Funded by the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) under the European Union’s Horizon Europe Framework ECOFUNC will drive market adoption and mainstream new bio-based materials
15 October 202514 October 2025 Invitation to the 3-CO Final Event: Empowering Bio-Based Choices Through Smart Certification By developing smart label design guidelines, digital support tools, and implementing social innovation strategies, 3-CO addresses transparency and trust in bio-based products
Biobasierte und biohybride Materialien Schneller, besser, bio: Neue funktionale Kunststoffalternativen
Hassle-Free Plastic Recycling The Era of Hassle-Free Plastic Recycling Is Becoming a Reality! KIMM-led Plasma Project Develops the World’s First Technology to Recycle Mixed Waste Plastics Without Sorting
Battery made from natural materials could replace conventional lithium-ion batteries What if the next battery you buy was made from the same kinds of ingredients found in your body? That’s the idea behind a breakthrough battery material made from natural, biodegradable components. It’s so natural, it could even be consumed as food
Essbare, biologisch abbaubare Batterie könnte Lithium-Ionen-Batterien ersetzen Forscher entwickeln Batteriematerial aus körpereigenen Substanzen
KAIST, KRICT, Ecopro HN boost smart farm yields with direct air capture technology Small direct air capture units set to raise greenhouse CO2 to ideal levels for crops
Healthcare has a plastic problem – biomaterials can help Biomaterials can lower healthcare emissions and simplify waste management
14 October 20258 October 2025 SK Chemicals to Exhibit at the World’s Largest Plastics Trade Fair, Showcasing 70+ Commercialized Materials and End Products Under the slogan “On-hand solution for a sustainable tomorrow,” SK Chemicals will showcase its technical readiness and execution capability to deliver immediate solutions for customers
SK chemicals stellt auf der weltweit größten Kunststoffmesse aus und präsentiert über 70 bereits kommerzialisierte Materialien und Endprodukte Unter dem Leitmotiv „On-hand solution for a sustainable tomorrow" präsentiert SK chemicals seine technische Reife und Umsetzungsfähigkeit für sofort verfügbare Lösungen
TotalEnergies and CooperVision Join Forces to Introduce ISCC PLUS-certified Plastic into Contact Lens Packaging Both companies are implementing certified renewable polypropylene through a mass balance approach in certain CooperVision blister packs
Syensqo pioneers innovative recycling technology for circular sulfone polymers New proprietary processes enable infinite recycling of PSU, PPSU and PESU
Syensqo: Neue Recyclingtechnologie für zirkuläre Sulfonpolymere Die neue Technologie stützt sich u.a. auf herstellerspezifische chemische Recyclingverfahren, um Monomer-Ausgangsmaterial für die unendliche Wiederverwendung in neuen Polymerprodukten zu erhalten
Closed Loop Partners’ Composting Consortium, With the Biodegradable Products Institute and US Composting Council, Awards Grants to Composting Facilities & Municipalities Across the U.S. Eight municipal and composter-led projects received funding for organics and compostable packaging recovery from the new, collaborative grant program to expand access, infrastructure and regional capacity. That Are Advancing Recovery of Compostable Packaging
Pipes moulded from its biobased polycarbonate Pipes moulded from its biobased polycarbonate (PC) resin have been adopted for use in the world’s first pipe organ made from bioplastic
13 October 20259 October 2025 BASF, Porsche, and BEST successfully complete pilot project on chemical recycling The pilot project demonstrates the recyclability of high-performance plastics from automotive shredder residues (ASR) together with renewable raw materials
BASF, Porsche und BEST schließen Pilotprojekt zum chemischen Recycling erfolgreich ab Das Pilotprojekt demonstriert die Recyclingfähigkeit von Hochleistungskunststoffen aus Automobil Schredder Rückständen (ASR) zusammen mit nachwachsenden Rohstoffen
Brineworks Raises €6.8M to Scale Breakthrough Direct Air Capture for e-Fuels, Aiming for Sub-€100/ton CO₂ Capture Amsterdam-based startup unlocks ultra-low-cost carbon feedstocks using renewables-only electrolyzer
Towards a new future: The role of Power-to-X in ARRRA’s chemical transformation A new TNO VoltaChem white paper explores a bold move forward: developing and implementing Power-to-X technology for a sustainable, CO2-based production of chemicals
EUDR: EU-Kommission plant erneute Verschiebung Die Europäische Kommission hat angekündigt, den Starttermin der EU-Entwaldungsverordnung (EUDR) um ein Jahr auf Ende Dezember 2026 verschieben zu wollen. Grund dafür sind Bedenken hinsichtlich der Leistungsfähigkeit des erforderlichen IT-Systems
A global first launches in Rakkestad The country’s first operational carbon capture plant is also the world’s first waste incineration plant equipped with the capacity for full carbon capture
Under Armour and UNLESS introduce three regenerative footwear styles Planet-conscious innovation and design meet the fashion of tomorrow
10 October 20256 October 2025 From Residual Material to Raw Material: Particle Boards Made from 100 Percent Waste Wood An innovative chemical process developed by the Fraunhofer IAP enables 100 percent reuse of wood-based panels – without adding new wood chips or adhesives
Vom Reststoff zum Rohstoff: Spanplatten aus 100 Prozent Altholz Ein neues chemisches Verfahren des Fraunhofer IAP ermöglicht das vollständige Recycling von Spanplatten
BioBond Enters the Hot Melt Market With BioBased Technology For Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (PSA) Applications BioBond Accelerates the Transition to Biobased Hot Melt Adhesives with Better Performance, Better Pricing and Better for Everyone Approach
Prometheus Just Changed Energy and Fuels Forever The young company had to achieve a number of difficult technical goals, which poised them to enter a time of unprecedented prosperity toward a circular economy
Umwandlung von Kunststoffabfällen in Kraftstoff Studie ebnet den Weg für ein energieeffizientes Upcycling von Kunststoffen und fördert eine nachhaltige Kraftstoffproduktion