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19 February 202517 February 2025

Assessment of social and cultural factors in CCU-technology uptake in urban communities and developing countries

The EU-funded research project WaterProof is developing an electrochemistry based CO₂-conversion technology transforming CO₂ from waste incineration and wastewater treatment facilities into formic acid

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Harnessing wood for sustainable food packaging

An EU-backed project is creating fresh meat packaging using wood-based materials and smart sensors that does not harm the environment

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Holz zur nachhaltigen Lebensmittelverpackung nutzen

Im Rahmen eines EU-unterstützten Projekts werden Frischfleischverpackungen unter Einsatz von Holzwerkstoffen und intelligenten Sensoren hergestellt, die keine Belastung für die Umwelt darstellen

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SYMBA EU Project: Transforming bio-based industries through industrial symbiosis

Unlike traditional waste management approaches, Industrial symbiosis fosters a closed-loop system that maximizes resource efficiency, reduces waste, and minimizes pollution

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Nylon Eaters – Microscopic Helpers Recycle Plastic Waste

At the Forschungszentrum Jülich they genetically enhanced the versatile soil bacterium Pseudomonas putida to metabolize a mixture of nylon building blocks and convert it into value-added products like biopolyesters

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Nylon-Fresser – mikroskopische Helfer beim Recycling von Kunststoffabfällen

Am Forschungszentrum Jülich gelang es, das vielseitige, aber harmlose Bodenbakterium Pseudomonas putida genetisch so zu modifizieren, dass es ein Gemisch aus Nylonbausteinen verstoffwechseln und in höherwertige Substanzen, wie Biopolyester, umwandeln kann

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Topsoe and Sasol produce syncrude from biogas

The FrontFuel SynFuels demonstration project has achieved a major milestone in demonstrating synthetic fuel production from biogenic resources

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Appi cancels pyrolysis plant project in Ostende

The report cited the availability of cheap virgin plastic from China among the factors which undermined the project's business model and contributed to the decision to abandon plans for the recycling facility

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Appi wird chemisches Recycling-Werk in Ostende nicht bauen

Hintergrund für die Aufgabe des Projekts sei die starke Marktpräsenz billiger Primärkunststoffe aus China, die das Geschäftsmodell des Werkes untergraben habe

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18 February 202518 February 2025

Study Confirms Biomass Can Meet 20% of Carbon Demand in Chemicals Sector by 2050 without compromising food and feed supply

New study by Renewable Carbon Initiative and Biobased Industries Consortium reveals potential for significant defossilisation of the chemical industry using biomass

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Digital Solutions for a Bio-Based Future – Empowering Industry and Consumers

Free Webinar

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RCI Webinar: The Future of Biomass in Sustainable Chemistry

On 18 February, discover key insights on the net-zero chemistry industry, biomass availability, sustainable transport and in our upcoming free webinar

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Avantium R&D Solutions to provide adsorption testing units to Climeworks for the capture of carbon dioxide from air

This strategic step aims to accelerate the large-scale deployment of DAC technology, a critical component in the fight against climate change 

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Capgemini reveals gen AI-driven breakthrough to accelerate the bioeconomy

New methodology reduces the data requirements for protein engineering by 99% so organizations can unlock innovation even in resource-constrained environments

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Manatee Biomaterials – a Joint Venture by Nordic SeaFarm and Future Lab and Partners

A collaboration to create responsible biomaterials and unlock new opportunities in ocean-based solutions

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Innovation network gains 100 new members in less than a year

As well as support for startups, IBioIC bridges the gap between industry and Scotland’s academic expertise, with research support, skills development programmes, and access to bioprocess scale-up facility

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Der bewährte Biokunststoff Vulkanfiber von Sachsenröder wird gerade neu entdeckt

Obwohl es Vulkanfiber schon sehr lange gibt, braucht man sie heute wieder als alternative, biologisch abbaubare Wuchshüllen für die Aufforstung

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Syensqo and Bota Bio partner to develop pioneering biomimetic ingredients for hair and scalp care

A new partnership that fully aligns with Syensqo’s global innovation strategy to expand into new bio-based technologies to deliver high-performing, sustainable beauty solutions

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Bioeconomy Initiative: Eight demands for the economy of the future

Position paper: It will take decisive action to make Germany's economy more sustainable, more resilient and more fit for the future

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Fahrradhelm der Zukunft: Hier entsteht ein recyclebarer Helm aus Bioplastik

Alternative Kunststoffe aus dem Kreis Karlsruhe

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17 February 202513 February 2025

From the fibre to the injection molded component

Aim of the research project of SKZ Plastics Centre in Würzburg and the PTS Institut für Fasern & Papier in Heidenau, is to ensure that the injection-molded paper product can be easily returned to the paper cycle

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Von der Faser zum Spritzgießbauteil

Ziel des Forschungsvorhabens vom Kunststoff-Zentrum SKZ in Würzburg und dem PTS Institut für Fasern & Papier in Heidenau soll es sein, dass das Papierspritzguss-Produkt nach seiner Anwendungsphase problemlos in den Papierkreislauf zurückgeführt werden kann

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BioBond Announces Revolutionary Biobased Protective Coatings

Initial Focus Will Be on the Food Processing and Distribution Industries

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Proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council on circularity requirements for vehicle design and on management of end-of-life vehicles

The establishment of a harmonised calculation and verification methodology for recycled content is crucial to allow compliance with the requirements

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TecPart begrüßt den Berichtsentwurf des europäischen Parlamentes zur EU-Altfahrzeugverordnung

Ein Schritt hin zu einem ambitionierten, realistisch umsetzbaren und nachhaltigen Fahrzeugrecycling unter Einsatz von Kunststoffrezyklaten

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ModernSynthesis is making compostable materials that last a lifetime

The company's bacteria-based nanocellulose fibers can be manipulated in ways that simple plant fibers cannot - like being spread into a thin, wind-resistant film or textured to mimic high-quality leather

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Arkema and OOYOO LTD. partner to develop gas separation membranes for carbon capture

Arkema will leverage its expertise and its leading innovation in high performance polymers, while OOYOO will develop membrane design – with a specific focus on CO2 separation membranes used for their ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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Celtic Renewables’ Welcomes Deputy First Minister at Scotland’s First Biorefinery

The company takes by-products and waste from the food, drink and agriculture industries – including by-products from whisky distillation – and turns them into high-value green chemicals, bioacetone and biobutanol

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14 February 202514 February 2025

Bio? Synthetic? Well, which is it?

We admit, the term “biosynthetic” is somehow contradictory. Let’s dispel some myths about biosynthetics!

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10 Years of PaperWise, Hurray!

E-Brochure for Download - Milestones and Prizes - Marketleader for Paperproducts made from Agricultural Waste

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PaperWise feiert 10 Jahre: nachhaltige Meilensteine und Innovationen in der Papierbranche

E-Broschüre zum Download - Meilensteine und Auszeichnungen - Marktführer für Papier aus Agrarabfällen

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Avantium and EPC Engineering & Technologies Collaborate to Commercialize Continuous PEF Production Technology

The collaboration will combine the expertise of both companies to commercialize continuous polymerization of PEF (“PEF cPol Technology”)

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KelpEat introduces Solein®-powered protein snacks

KelpEat developed the product crafted with EU–farmed seaweed and Solein® - the microbial protein produced out of thin air

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Biobasierte Lösung für das Verpacken von Lebensmitteln mit Schutzatmosphäre entwickelt

Material basiert überwiegend auf PLA – Gute Barriereeigenschaften und Verarbeitbarkeit

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Carnegie Introduces Siltech Plus, The First Biobased High-Performance Coated Upholstery

Siltech Plus features bio-based polyurethane-coated upholsteries made with corn starch - combining sustainability with superior performance and cleanability

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SLB Capturi powers up its first modular carbon capture plant

Plant will capture up to 100,000 metric tons of CO2 annually for Netherlands-based sustainable energy supplier Twence

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Polyvel Europe: Neues Additiv-Masterbatch für die PLA-Verarbeitung – Beispiel Teebeutel-Verpackungen

Polyvel Europe stellt erstmals das neu entwickelte CT-L01 Slip-Additiv-Masterbatch vor, das Produktions­pro­zesse bei der Verarbeitung von PLA vereinfachen und dabei gleichzeitig die Oberflächenqualität verbessern soll

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13 February 202512 February 2025

EU Enforces Ambitious Packaging and Recycling Rules as New Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation Takes Effect Today

Everything you need to know about the binding targets for reusable packaging, recycled content, and bio-based materials set to reshape the packaging industry by 2028

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Sulzer launches PyroConTM to enhance plastic and biomass waste reduction

Sulzer is proud to add PyroCon, its new rapid condensing technology for biomass and plastic pyrolysis, to its portfolio of chemical technology solutions

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Sulzer: Neue Technologie für Pyrolyse von Kunststoffabfällen

Sulzer erweitert sein Portfolio chemischer Technologielösungen um PyroCon als neue Schnellkondensationstechnologie für die Pyrolyse von Biomasse und Kunststoffen

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TOUS les JOURS begins US introduction of plant-based straws produced with PHACT™ PHA, a low carbon, biopolymer from CJ Biomaterials

In 2024, CJ BMS successfully launched PHACT™ CB0400A, a PHA compound made from CJ BMS’ unique grades of amorphous and semi-crystalline PHA biopolymers

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DUS Airport & Greenlyte Carbon Technologies Partner to Build World’s First integrated DAC-to-SAF Facility

DUS Airport and Greenlyte Carbon Technologies Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Build The World’s First Integrated DAC-to-SAF Facility

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Düsseldorfer Flughafen plant Anlage für nachhaltigen Flugkraftstoff

Zusammen mit Greenlyte Carbon Technologies soll die weltweit erste voll integrierte Anlage zur Produktion von nachhaltigem Flugkraftstoff (DAC-to-SAF) errichtet werden

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German Federal Statistical Office expects increase in rapeseed hectarage in Germany

The UFOP pointed out that, due to increasing demand for biofuels production - particularly as palm oil becomes less available as a feedstock - rapeseed is currently in high demand, and this trend is expected to continue

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New additives increase the market potential of biopolymers

The aim of the research project was to optimize the processing possibilities and thus significantly improve the usability of PHA for industrial applications

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Neue Additive vergrößern Marktpotenzial von Biopolymeren

Das Forschungsprojekt hatte zum Ziel, die Verarbeitungsmöglichkeiten zu optimieren und damit die Nutzbarkeit von PHA für eine industrielle Anwendung deutlich zu verbessern

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12 February 202511 February 2025

CO2 Revolution 2025: Fueling the Future, Capturing Possibilities

Exploring Innovative Pathways in Green Hydrogen, Carbon Capture, and (Biogenic) CO2 Utilisation at the CO2-Based Fuels and Chemicals Conference

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Die CO2-Wende 2025: Rohstoffe der Zukunft, Potenziale der Gegenwart

Innovative Wege zu grünem Wasserstoff, moderner Kohlendioxidabscheidung und Nutzung von (biogenem) CO2 auf der CO2-Based Fuels and Chemicals Conference

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Electrochaea and Baker Hughes Bring Commercial-Scale Biomethanation Technology to Market

This BEDP lays the foundations for large industrial-scale biomethanation applications and meets the growing demand for commercial-scale eMethane production

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Electrochaea und Baker Hughes bringen weltweit einzigartige Biomethanisierungs-Technologie auf den Markt

Das BioCat-Methanisierungssystem ist für industrielle Anwendungen ausgelegt und zielt damit auf die wachsende Nachfrage nach eMethan-Produktion im kommerziellen Maßstab