13 March 201412 March 2014 Erstmals europaweit Grenzwerte für PAK Betroffen von der Änderung vor allem Konsumgüter mit zugänglichen Kunststoff- oder Gummiteilen
BioAmber: Transformative Technologies 2014 nominee, “Transformative molecule (biobased chemical)” This is the official Transformative Technologies 2014 nominee page for BioAmber, nominated in the “Transformative molecule (biobased chemical)” category for its succinic acid technology
12 March 201411 March 2014 With 1 billion pounds of PLA sold, NatureWorks sees rapid growth to 2 billion Wider acceptance and improved technology benefits all makers of bio-based materials
Research shows foods from GM crops safe, no special labeling needed Genetically modified crops are an important tool to meet society’s growing demand for food, feed, and fiber
New Network to Advocate for Biobased Chemistry The American Chemistry Council helps educate policymakers on how to create effective and workable regulatory programs for the growing biobased chemistry industry
11 March 201411 March 2014 Innovation Award “Bio-based Material of the year 2014” – the “Top 7” candidates are nominated! 7th International Conference on Bio-based Materials 2014 (8 – 10 April 2014, Maternushaus, Cologne, Germany)
Nylon aus Holzabfällen BMBF-Förderinitiative „Validierung des Innovationspotenzials wissenschaftlicher Forschung” soll Holzbiomasse zum Milliardenmarkt machen
Global Bioenergies entrusts Linde with the design of its German pilot plant Global Bioenergies built its second isobutene industrial pilot plant at the Leuna refinery site
10 March 201425 July 2014 Material use – a better option? A research project analyses the potential environmental and economic effects of increased material use of biomass
Stoffliche Nutzung – die bessere Option? Forschungsprojekt bewertet potenzielle ökologische und ökonomische Effekte einer verstärkten stofflichen Nutzung von Biomasse
Liquid Light Unveils Cost-advantaged Catalytic Process to Make Chemicals From CO2 Process performance validated for key components; now scaling up
EFI-Gutachten kritisiert EEG und Hochschulmedizin „Das EEG hat als zentrales Instrument der deutschen Klima- und Energiepolitik versagt“
„Zum Verheizen zu kostbar“ – Möglichkeiten der Bioenergie Mikrobiologe Prof. Dr. Bernhard Schink von der Universität Konstanz zur Frage, wie biologische Prozesse zur Lösung der Energieproblematik beitragen können
New EU project to reintroduce legumes in European fields LEGATO ('LEGumes for the Agriculture of Tomorrow') project to improve competitiveness of European legumes
Bundesverbundprojekt ELKE – Schlussbericht der Phase III veröffentlicht Werkzeuge zur Umsetzung von Kompensationsmaßnahmen und zeitgemäßen Landnutzungsstrategien in Deutschland
KBBPPS & Open-Bio Advisory Workshop on Standardization of Bio-based Products, 7 April 2014, Cologne Stakeholders for Standardization: Share your input Research on Standardization, Labelling and Communication of Bio-based Products Advisory Workshop, 7 April 2014, Cologne
Latest policies, strategies and visions for Europe’s bio-based future The 7th International Conference on Bio-Based Materials, 8-10 April 2014, at the Maternushaus in Cologne (Germany)
The race to capture, use and monetize waste CO2 Reduce carbon? Rid the world of excess CO2? Not so fast, buster.
7 March 20146 March 2014 Kommissionsvorschlag zu indirekten Landnutzungsänderungen löst das Problem nicht Prof. Dr. Lahl empfiehlt Regelungsalternativen unabhängig von der Zweckbestimmung der Endverwendung des Biomasserohstoffs
Silk-Based Surgical Implants Could Offer a Better Way to Repair Broken Bones Study shows that fixation devices derived from silkworm silk are potentially attractive alternatives to metal and synthetic-based systems
UPM and Metropolia proudly present: The Biofore Concept Car drives sustainable change through innovative use of biomaterials A vehicle to demonstrate that already today we have a real alternative to traditional oil-based materials
Majority of EU countries in favour of GMO compromise Several ministers expressed concerns to re-nationalise GMO decisions in running up against the World Trade Organization (WTO)
9th Annual Oilseed & Grain Trade Summit to include participation from Informa Economics A rich content with more comprehensive presentations and knowledge-sharing for Summit attendees
Launch of BIO-QUED, the European Research Project for Developing Biochemicals from Renewable Sources Coordinated by Novamont 10 partners from 6 different European countries will collaborate to define innovative and sustainable industrial processes for the production of biochemicals from renewable sources
6 March 201414 March 2015 EU-project S2Biom: Newsletter Issue 1, February 2014 Project activities will be implemented in three individual but strongly interrelated Themes
Novamont takes majority in Mater Bioplolymer, the joint enterprise with Mossi & Ghisolfi that controls the Patrica plant in Lazio, already partly transformed using Novamont Technology Company acquires 78% of capital; it may exercise its option to take the remaining stake at the end of 2016
UN Global Compact: Consultation on the Food and Agriculture Business Principles, Brussels FAB Principles to articulate common understanding on resources, ecosystem services and socio-economic impacts
Mit „Farming Intelligence“ zu höherer Wertschöpfung AUTOMATICA 2014: Serviceroboter in der Landwirtschaft
Lego Company Looks To Change from ABS Plastic to New Bio-Plastic PLA The Lego Company is investigating a major change from ABS plastic material to Bio-Plastic. The children’s building blocks have been produced from ABS since the 1960’s. The difficult hunt for a renewable replacement with proper performance is underway
“Backloading” beschlossen: EU stärkt Handel mit CO2-Emissionen Der Weg für das sogenannten "Backloading" von 900 Millionen CO2-Zertifikaten im EU-Emissionshandel ist frei
5 March 201430 October 2014 Manufacturing a solution to planet-clogging plastics Wyss Institute researchers find a way to turn shrimp shells into bioplastics
Wie bio ist die Ökotüte? Die einen nennen es stolz einen neuen „biourbanen Kunststoff“. Die anderen sehen die Ökotüte und ihre Entsorgung in der Biotonne eher skeptisch
Basfia succiniciproducens bei der Arbeit BASF-eigener Mikroorganismus soll Succinity GmbH zum führenden Hersteller von biobasierter Bernsteinsäure machen
INM entwickelt in Kooperation mit Namibia nachhaltige Baustoffe aus natürlichen Ressourcen Projekt NaMiBIND ist auf zwei Jahre angelegt und wird vom BMBF gefördert
Need a water filter? Peel a tree branch MIT group shows xylem tissue in sapwood can filter bacteria from contaminated water
Study: EU waste could provide 16 percent of road fuel by 2030 Findings are based on conclusions of an expert panel with direct experience in advanced biofuel technologies
4 March 20143 March 2014 Eco BooGlue für Holzersatz aus Bambusfasern Biobasierter Klebstoff ersetzt konventionelle Bindemittel
Study Finds Two Biodegradable Mulches to be Suitable Polyethylene Alternatives Deterioration of Three Potentially Biodegradable Plastic Mulches Before and After Soil Incorporation in a Broccoli Field Production System in Northwestern Washington
Starch processors save cash with new enzyme Novozymes LpHera® boosts yields during liquefaction while securing significant chemical, water and energy savings.
Holzersatz: Jüngste Entwicklungen zur Reduzierung des Holzbedarfs Innovative Materialien schonen die Ressourcen
WO Interior produziert Lino Akustik aus natürlichen Rohstoffen Geräuschabsorbierende Linoleumplatte für den Möbelbau
Ply Project – Neuer Verbundwerkstoff von Kenichi Sato Flexibles Verbundmaterial aus Sperrholz und PE-Schaum
3 March 201426 May 2014 Glycix, the biodegradable thermoset polymer that will conquer the world Researchers were looking for a biofuel and developed a bioplastic