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21 March 202521 March 2025

Exploring pathways for a green transition to a bioeconomy

This CEPS publication aims to develop a general framework and practical strategies for fostering innovation, economic development and sustainability in specific locations

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The world’s first commercially available recycled PLA

As the only commercial recycler of PLA, TotalEnergies Corbion offers rPLA in 30% and 100% recycled grades, using its low-energy hydrolysis process at its Rayong, Thailand facility

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PLA-Recycling im großen Maßstab

Biobasiert und vollständig recycelbar: TotalEnergies Corbion setzt bei der Kreislaufwirtschaft auf chemisches Recycling von biobasiertem PLA

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20 March 202520 March 2025

“Best CO2 Utilisation 2025”: Celebrating Pioneering Innovation in Carbon Capture and Utilisation Technologies

Six Innovative Technologies Redefining the Future of Carbon Capture and Utilisation at the CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2025

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“Best CO2 Utilisation 2025”: Innovative CCU Technologien im Wettbewerb

Sechs innovative Technologien präsentieren auf der CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2025 die Zukunft von Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU)

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Lummus and Resynergi Announce Commercial Availability of Microwave-Powered Plastic Pyrolysis Technology

Microwave pyrolysis technology now available, converting plastic waste into high-quality, reusable materials

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Lummus: Module für dezentrales Kunststoffrecycling – Gemeinsame Vermarktung mit Resynergi

Die Mikrowellen Pyrolysis Technologie ist jetzt möglich - sie kann Kunststoffabfälle in hochwertige, wiederverwendbare Materialien verwandeln

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A*STAR And MojiaBio To Develop Next-gen Sustainable Biomanufacturing Platform In Singapore

By integrating advanced synthetic biology and bioprocessing innovations, the SBTP aims to position Singapore as a global leader in sustainable biomanufacturing, accelerating the transition to a circular bioeconomy

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Brazilian soybean harvest set to hit another record high

UFOP: Will the EUDR be able to stop the expansion of soybean area?

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Spanien: Tecnicas Reunidas und Siemens Energy planen Methanol-Anlage in Leon

Siemens Energy wird sich auf die Einheit für erneuerbaren Wasserstoff konzentrieren, Tecnicas Reunidas wird sich auf die Einheiten zur biogenen Kohlenstoffabscheidung und zur E-Methanol-Produktion fokussieren

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Técnicas Reunidas will carry out the engineering services to develop one of Europe’s largest green methanol plants

In addition to Reolum, the project brings together the services, knowledge and capabilities of four large companies with strong specialization in decarbonization: Siemens Energy, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Johnson Matthey and Técnicas Reunidas

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WasteFuel and ITC Commence Front-End Engineering Design on World-Leading Green Methanol Facility in Ankara, Türkiye

The biorefinery, which would adjoin ITC’s existing integrated waste management facility, would utilize biogas to produce green methanol as low-carbon fuel or the maritime shipping market

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Using batteries to produce hydrogen peroxide from air for industrial applications

A metal-air battery has a metal like zinc as the anode (negative electrode) and ambient air as the cathode (positive electrode)

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Einsatz von Batterien zur Herstellung von Wasserstoffperoxid aus der Luft für industrielle Anwendungen

"Diese Methode ist sehr nachhaltig, kostengünstig und sehr energieeffizient"

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19 March 202518 March 2025

Global Bio-Based Polymer Market to Grow 13% Annually Through 2029, Led by Asia and North America

New report reveals: Capacity expansions in Asia and North America drive growth – Europe continues to lag behind

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Globaler Markt für bio-basierte Polymere wird bis 2029 jährlich um 13% wachsen, angeführt von Asien und Nordamerika

Neuer Report zeigt: Kapazitätserweiterungen in Asien und Nordamerika treiben das Wachstum an - Europa hinkt weiterhin hinterher

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Plastics continue on course towards a circular economy and climate protection

Joint commitment renewed to a circular economy and climate protection - in the revised paper, the positions on mechanical and chemical recycling have been sharpened

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Kunststoffe setzen Kurs Richtung Kreislaufwirtschaft und Klimaschutz fort

Gemeinsames Bekenntnis zur Kreislaufwirtschaft und zum Klimaschutz erneuert - überarbeitetes Positionsapier verschärft die Positionen zum mechanischen und chemischen Recycling

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ReSource Raises $15M to Develop Safer and More Sustainable Plastics

Backed by Khosla Ventures and Fathom Fund, the company’s novel manufacturing technology aims to unlock scalable alternatives to traditional plastics and petrochemicals

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Breaking ground for circular economy: SUSTAINEXT biorefinery construction begins

The future SUSTAINEXT project is turning an existing production plant into a digitalised circular biorefinery to produce healthy ingredients from local medicinal and aromatic plants and agricultural sidestreams

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Papembood

Mehrschichtiges Plattenmaterial aus Altpapier und Bambus

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Enzymes and metal unlock plant feedstock in Solugen’s Bioforge

Solugen’s major innovation is a manufacturing tool named Bioforge that blends metal catalysts with enzymes to produce industrial chemicals from plants. We profile the company from its beginnings

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Cracking Innovation: UCL Eastman biomaterials team win sustainability business pitch prize

Dr David Chau and his team won the award for pitching their business idea, ReOvum - transforming waste eggshells into sustainable wound dressings and eco-friendly alternatives to plastic packaging

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From high school science project to $18.3M: AI-accelerated enzymes are coming for fast fashion’s plastic waste

The startup Epoch Times will use the new funding to their first production facility this year, which Nathan says will be able to gobble through 150 tons per year of waste

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Research reveals potential alternatives to ‘forever chemicals’ 

Previous research on PFAS replacements has been fragmented because forever chemicals do such a good job at what they’re meant to do

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Forschung zeigt potenzielle Alternativen zu “Forever Chemicals” auf

Bisherige Forschungen zu PFAS-Ersatzstoffen waren fragmentiert, weil die Chemikalien ihre Aufgabe so gut erfüllen

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18 March 202517 March 2025

Dow boosts access to circular feedstocks with strategic investment in Rotterdam-based advanced recycler Xycle

As part of an ongoing commitment to transform waste and advance a circular economy for plastics, Dow has invested in advanced recycling startup Xycle alongside ING, Invest-NL, Polestar Capital and Vopak

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Dow: Beteiligung am Recyclingunternehmen Xycle

Die Beteiligung an der kommerziellen Recyclinganlage von Xycle gilt als Meilenstein in Dows Engagement, Kunststoffabfälle in hochwertige Materialien umzuwandeln und die Kreislaufwirtschaft für Kunststoffe zu beschleunigen

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Smithers-Oasis Launches Plant-Based Floral Foam

OASIS® Renewal ™ Floral Foam is certified OK biobased with a 4-star rating from TÜV Austria

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Olivebio joins GO!PHA

OliveBio, the Los Angeles-based (CA, USA) start-up laser-focused on lowering the barriers for PHA adoption across industries, is joining GO!PHA network

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Ansiedlung stärkt Chemiepark Marl bei Ausbau seines Wasserstoff-Hubs

Greenlyte Carbon Technologies plant im Chemiepark Marl den Bau einer Anlage zur CO2-neutralen Produktion von eMethanol aus der Luft

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Towards mineralised mycelium biocomposites: optimising fungal growth and ureolytic biomineralisation

KU Leuven researchers investigated the optimal conditions for fungal growth and microbial calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP) for mineralising matrices of MBCs, with the aim of enhancing MBC properties

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SK Chemicals baut Zentrum für Kunststoffrecycling in Korea

Mit Depolymerisationstechnologie sollen schwer recycelbare Kunststoffe in hochwertige Rohstoffe umgewandelt und die Kreislaufwirtschaft vorangetrieben werden

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Important technological milestone: production of sustainable aviation fuel becomes more efficient

KIT and Sunfire succeed in Kopernikus project P2X technology upgrade for CO2-neutral production of fuels

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P2X: Technologie-Update für Kraftstoffsynthese

KIT und Sunfire testen im Kopernikus Projekt erfolgreich das P2X Techologie-Upgrade für die CO2-neutrale Produktion von Kraftstoffen

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17 March 202525 June 2025

Advanced Recycling Conference 2025 – Call for Abstracts and 20% Early Bird Discount

Closing the loop by setting the stage for recycling innovation at Europe’s largest event on advanced recycling technologies. Call for Abstracts is now open

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Advanced Recycling Conference 2025 – Die Zukunft der Kreislaufwirtschaft gestalten

Europas größte Veranstaltung für fortschrittliche Recyclingtechnologien setzt Impulse für Innovationen. Beiträge können jetzt eingereicht werden

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INERATEC secures €70 million financing commitment for Europe’s largest e-Fuel-production plant in Frankfurt

The combined backing will finance the construction of Europe`s largest sustainable production plant in Frankfurt and research and development of future

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INERATEC sichert sich Finanzierungszusage über 70 Millionen Euro für Europas größte e-Fuel-Anlage in Frankfurt

Mit dem Finanzierungspaket will das Unternehmen in Frankfurt Europas größte Produktionsanlage bauen und seine Forschung und Entwicklung vorantreiben

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Green Technologies Continuing to Thrive and Drivers for Sustainable Growth

While elements of Trump's climate policy remain uncertain, there is expected to be a strong political force from Democrats and Republicans alike to continue support for carbon capture

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New book urges design to lead the transition to sustainable materials

Designers and manufacturers must rethink their approach to material selection as plastics have become the default material in consumer product design due to their lightweight, durability, and affordability

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Carbon Cycle Lab: Industrielle Rohstoffe aus Abfällen herstellen

KIT demonstriert Technologien für die Kreislaufwirtschaft im Pilotmaßstab

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Global Fiber Packaging Business Plants Roots in Renville, Minn.

Plant-Based Packaging Firm, CelluComp, Sees Growth Potential with Minnesota Sugar Beets as PFAS and Plastics Alternative

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High value, zero waste – ATB researchers conceptualise novel biorefinery

Researchers from Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy in Potsdam recently published a concept paper in the scientific Biofuel Research Journal, which combines common bioeconomy models into a comprehensive concept

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Mehrwert ohne Abfall – ATB-Forscher konzipieren neuartige Bioraffinerie

Forschende des Leibniz-Instituts für Agrartechnik und Bioökonomie aus Potsdam veröffentlichten kürzlich ein Konzeptpapier im Biofuel Research Journal, das gängige Modelle der Bioökonomie zu einem umfassenden Konzept vereint

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14 March 202510 March 2025

The world’s first biomass-balanced polyethersulfone (PESU)

The BASF ISCC zertified PESU is identical to the standard grade in properties, quality, and certification for e.g., food and water contact

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Das weltweit erste biomassenbilanzierte Polyethersulfon (PESU)

Das BASF-PESU ist identisch mit der Standardtype in Bezug auf Eigenschaften, Qualität und Zertifizierung für den Kontakt z.B. mit Lebensmitteln und Wasser

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Parkside hits sustainable sweet spot with compostable pack for Datekin Sukkari date launch

The cradle-to-cradle packaging design, which is guaranteed to break down in several weeks, synergises with Lama’s sustainability messaging, complementing the all-natural dates with a pack that breaks down naturally

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Pow.Bio Unveils State-of-the-Art Facility in Alameda

Expanding Biomanufacturing Capabilities to Support Demand for Continuous Fermentation

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CO2 in Brennstoff umwandeln – mit Hilfe von Batterieabfällen

Upcycling als Klima-Game-Changer: Aus alten Batterien und Alufolie-Resten wurde an der TU Wien ein Nanokatalysator erzeugt, mit dem sich CO2 aus der Luft in wertvolles Methan umwandeln lässt