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30 January 202027 January 2020

Resolute invests $38 million in its Kénogami mill in Quebec

New $27 million project will create eight jobs in the startup phase slated for 2021, and a total of 23 jobs once the plant reaches its full production capacity of 21 metric tons per day

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Aus Holz mach Bioplastik mach Holz

Im Gemeinschaftsprojekt „SusPackaging“ der Universität Stuttgart sollen bioverträgliche Verpackungsmaterialien aus nachhaltigen Ausgangsstoffen entwickelt werden

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Kompuestos certifies new bioplastic based on potato starch

Company’s Biokomp range of biodegradable resins made from different starches are derived from corn, potato and various types of cereals

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Gibt es kreislauffähige Dämmstoffe?

Abfallökobilanzen aller Dämmstoffe zeigen in den meisten Fällen spezifische Vorteile einer stofflichen Verwertung auf und machen damit eine Rückführung der Abfallmassen in den Wirtschaftskreislauf sinnvoll

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Plastic is just the tip of the ‘single use’ iceberg

Consumers give biodegradable packaging the thumbs up, but are confused over terminology

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Nouryon-led consortium wins EU backing for pioneering green hydrogen project

€11-million-project is a front-runner among several hydrogen initiatives aimed at cutting carbon emissions, and will be a significant milestone to a circular economy

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Leave nothing to waste in agriculture: Spain’s race to top circular economy

The agrifood sector is aiming to become a leader in the circular economy

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Kreislaufwirtschaft mit spanischer Gülle: Nichts verkommen lassen

Der spanische Agrar- und Nahrungsmittelsektor will im Wettlauf um die Führungsposition in der Kreislaufwirtschaft nicht hinterherhinken

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BRAIN Group expands production capacities as demand increases

Paving the way for future growth

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BRAIN-Gruppe erweitert Produktionskapazitäten bedarfsorientiert

Kapazitäten für weiteres Wachstum geschaffen

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29 January 20209 September 2021

How to build a more climate-friendly chemical industry

The successful transformation of the chemical industry requires many building blocks and many hands because chemistry is the foundation for many value chains

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EXCLUSIVE: Avantium eyes easily recyclable, multi-layer packaging applications for PEF initiative

“We are looking to replace those multi-layer films with a mono-layer of PEF that brings all the functionalities that people are looking for in terms of barriers and physical and mechanical properties,” CEO van Aken said.

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China verbietet Plastiktüten und Einweg-Strohhalme

Bis zum Jahr 2025 müssen Städte und Gemeinden in ganz China den Verbrauch von Einweg-Plastikartikeln im Gastgewerbe um 30 Prozent reduzieren

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Single-use plastic: China to ban bags and other items

Plastic bags will be banned across all cities and towns in 2022, though markets selling fresh products will be exempt until 2025, restaurant industry by 30%  

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Five ways to turn CO₂ from pollution to a valuable product

All options for using CO₂ have potential, but making them a reality will need a clear understanding of the possible unintended consequences

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E-Fuels – Die riskante Wette auf synthetische Kraftstoffe

Selbst bei Ausbau der Elektromobilität droht der Verkehrssektor die Klimaziele 2030 zu verfehlen. Eine Lösung könnten synthetische Kraftstoffe sein

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Will the skyscrapers of the future be made out of wood?

Wood products that are nearly as strong as steel are going into more high-rises, locking up carbon. But can we grow enough trees to keep pace?

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Bioeconomy in the CAP’s nine objectives

The recently updated bioeconomy strategy now looks more at the concept of circular economy in general than at the mere re-use of energy

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Die „neun Ziele“ der GAP und die Bioökonomie

Die aktualisierte Bioökonomiestrategie der Kommission befasst sich nun mehr mit dem Konzept der Kreislaufwirtschaft im Allgemeinen als lediglich mit der Energienutzung

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French MEP calls for ‘realism’ in Farm to Fork strategy

The plant protection part of the upcoming Farm to Fork strategy should take a realistic and science-based approach that allows farmers to “explore all possible solutions”

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28 January 202023 January 2020

Bitrez Ltd launches bio-based resins at JEC World 2020

New family of bio-based resins are designed especially for composite applications and are REACH compliant

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Mikroben aus der Urzeit veredeln CO2 mit Hochdruck zu „grünem Gas“

Neuartiger Bioreaktor nutzt „Urbakterien“ und extremen Druck zur unerreicht effizienten Umwandlung von CO₂ in Erdgas

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Prehistoric microbes valorize carbon dioxide under high pressure to ‘green gas’

Innovative bioreactor using microorganisms and extreme pressure conditions with high-efficiency to transform CO₂ into "green" natural gas

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Could a unique cellulose moulding technology replace single-use plastic?

Company Pulpack developed an extremely fast and cost-effective patented, dry moulding cellulose method with excellent performance for the packaging industry

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Die Wiederverwendung von französischem Bioabfall in der Gebäudeisolierung

Viele französische KMU haben mit der Herstellung von natürlichen Dämmstoffen auf Basis von Biostoffen und Bioabfällen begonnen  

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French bio-waste finds second life in building insulation

Many French SMEs are starting to manufacture natural insulation materials based on bio-sourced materials and biowaste as alternative to conventional insulation

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Chief technology officer and green chemistry scientific advisor join Circa Group

Tony Duncan, CEO of Circa Group Ltd, who produces bio-based solvent Cyrene from waste biomass – has announced two additions to the team

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EU bets on bioeconomy to deliver farming aspects of the Green Deal

Bioeconomy is a great opportunity for agriculture and farmers to play a critical role in making the European Green Deal a success

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EU setzt für den Green Deal auf Bioökonomie

Die Bioökonomie stellt „eine große Chance“ für die EU-Landwirtschaft dar

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China to ban single-use plastic products

The ban will start by the year-end 2020 with the scope of regions gradually expanding by the end of 2025

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27 January 202027 January 2020

The global bio-based polymer market 2019 – A revised view on a turbulent and growing market

Turbulent times for bio-based polymers in 2019: PLA sold out despite expansion, as did PHA. Bio-based PP available for the first time, increased production of PBAT, PBS, bio-based PE, starch-containing polymer compounds and epoxy resins.

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Thailand Board of Investment Points Out the High Potential for Thailand to Be Bioplastics Hub

Due to its abundant raw materials, existing value chain and supportive government policies, the country is paving the path for investments in bioplastics projects

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A new technology for creating natural fibres

Natural Fibre Welding Inc. has developed a scalable fabrication platform that reformats natural fibres to create stronger and longer-lasting materials

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Continental eröffnet Forschungs- und Versuchslabor für Löwenzahnkautschuk „Taraxagum Lab Anklam“

Reifenhersteller plant, bei positiven Versuchsergebnissen den Rohstoff binnen zehn Jahren in der Serienproduktion einzusetzen

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Continental Opens “Taraxagum Lab Anklam” Research Laboratory for Dandelion Rubber

Tire manufacturer is planning to introduce the raw material into serial production within ten years

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Polen: Trotz Bioökonomie-Hype den Schutz der Biodiversität nicht gefährden

Die verstärkte Nutzung von Biomasse als Ersatz für Energie aus Kohle könnte eine Chance für die polnische Heizindustrie und die Energieversorger werden

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Bioeconomy hype shouldn’t put biodiversity preservation at risk, experts say

The use of biomass on a wider scale in place of coal could be an opportunity for the Polish heating industry and energy suppliers

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Michelle Jou nominated as a new member of Avantium’s Supervisory Board

Michelle brings extensive commercial experience from the chemicals and plastics industries together with a specialist knowledge of the Asian regio

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Could bacteria help recycle greenhouse gases in the future?

Could bacteria assist in the recycling of greenhouse gases in the future instead of releasing them into the atmosphere?

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Bakterien gegen Industrieabgase?

Könnten Bakterien in Zukunft helfen, Treibhausgase zu verwerten, statt sie in die Atmosphäre zu blasen?

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New EMFF project “BIOGEARS” launched to develop biobased ropes for aquaculture

The project aims to provide the European aquaculture sector with innovative products and a value chain to challenge the existing gap of biobased ropes

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24 January 202024 January 2020

Nestlé creates market for food-grade recycled plastics, launches fund to boost packaging innovation

Company will launch a CHF 250 million sustainable packaging venture fund to invest in start-up companies that focus on these areas

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Hochwertige Kraftstoffe aus Abfällen

Hamburger Forscher entwickeln Biodiesel ohne Schwefel und Stickstoff aus Pommesfett und Elektrolysewasserstoff

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Thousand-tonne Scale Demonstration of Solar Fuel Synthesis Starts Operation in Lanzhou, China

Country now to take the first step in the world for industrial production of liquid fuels from solar energy

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Wood-Based Alternative: Feminine Hygiene Fibres from Kelheim

The viscose hygiene fibres from Kelheim offer significant ecologic advantages: they are made from cellulose and they are fully biodegradable

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Holzbasierte Alternative: Damenhygiene-Fasern aus Kelheim

Viskose-Hygienefasern aus Kelheim bieten signifikante ökologische Vorteile: Sie bestehen aus Zellulose und sind in üblicher Umgebung vollständig biologisch abbaubar

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NC Partnering Newsletter 01/2020

Building a sustainable bioeconomy – focus on wood products

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Cannabinoid, meet biochem – Lygos acquires Librede to scale up and commercialize cannabinoid production

Increased interest from companies in cannabinoids given the smokin’ hot demand and it makes sense that it’s coming from biochem companies

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Vegetable oil price index hits two-year high

Chart of the Week (03/ 2020)

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Pflanzenölindex auf 2-Jahreshoch

Grafik der Woche (03/ 2020)