26 October 202323 October 2023 INEOS Inovyn becomes Europe’s first green hydrogen ISCC PLUS fully certificated producer INEOS Inovyn is the largest operator of electrolysis technology in Europe, producing 60,000 tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen annually across multiple sites
Klimagerechtes Bauen mit Holz voranbringen „Charta für Holz 2.0 im Dialog“: Aufgaben und Prioritäten zur Umsetzung der Holzbauinitiative der Bundesregierung diskutiert
Cutting CO2 emissions in healthcare with a clinical waste container from biocomposites FrostPharma, together with Mälarplast and in collaboration with Stora Enso, developed a range of new biocomposites containers for hazardous waste
Warum kommen Biokunststoffe in Deutschland nicht voran? Biokunststoffe gelten als nachhaltige Alternative im Verpackungsbereich, doch Unsicherheiten und begrenzte Verfügbarkeit bremsen ihren Durchbruch. Wie lassen sich die Hindernisse beseitigen?
PtL technology platform – looking to the future Electricity-based fuels will make an important contribution to improving the environmental and climate impact of air transport in particular, as well as shipping and land transport
Technologieplattform PtL – Blick in die Zukunft Strombasierte Kraftstoffe können in Zukunft einen wichtigen Beitrag leisten, um insbesondere den Luftverkehr sowie die Schifffahrt und den bodengebundenen Verkehr klima- und umweltverträglicher zu machen
25 October 202319 October 2023 BASF and NEVEON provide hotel with recycled mattresses Using an innovative recycling process developed by BASF, it is now possible to produce polyol on an industrial scale which is derived entirely from used mattresses
BASF und NEVEON bringen recycelte Matratzen ins Hotel Mittels eines von BASF entwickelten innovativen Recyclingverfahrens ist es gelungen, im Industriemaßstab Polyol herzustellen, welches vollständig aus Altmatratzen gewonnen wurde
FlexSea’s biodegradable plastics attract £3m investment Using bioplastics derived from seaweed means that packaging and other products breakdown in the environment in a matter of weeks
Five times stronger than steel: Japan’s new ‘wood New material promises to help decarbonize manufacturing
Bioenergie kann Großteil des CO2-Entzugs für Klimaneutralität liefern Laut neuer Studie könnten bis 30 Mio. t CO2 pro Jahr abgeschieden werden, wenn das erschließbare Biomassepotential voll ausgeschöpft würde
‘First-of-its-kind’ technology turns ocean pollutant into seashell dust: ‘[It’s] the most promising solution’ The CO2 removal process from Equatic utilizes air, seawater, rock, and renewable electricity, and it naturally produces hydrogen, a clean form of energy — unlike oil, coal, or gas
Introducing two new non-toxic bio-solvents for carbon capture processes With the support of an EU-backed project, patents have been filed for two new solvents derived from biomass
Zwei neue ungiftige biologische Lösungsmittel für Verfahren zur CO2-Abscheidung einführen Mit Unterstützung eines EU-unterstützten Projekts wurden Patente für zwei neue, aus Biomasse gewonnene Lösungsmittel angemeldet
24 October 202319 October 2023 Game-changing carbon capture technology honoured by engineers Groundbreaking carbon capture technology developed by University of Sheffield researchers in collaboration with industry partner AESSEAL has been recognised with a prestigious award
Umweltfreundliche Mikrokapseln aus Biopolymeren Die Fraunhofer-Technologieplattform Mikroverkapselung wurde 2009 ins Leben gerufen und ist das einzige Netzwerkprojekt zu diesem Thema im deutschsprachigen Raum
Environmentally friendly microcapsules made from biopolymers The Fraunhofer technology platform was established in 2009 and is the only network addressing this topic in the German-speaking area
White Biotechnology: Key Technology Trends Reshaping Its Growth With improvements in biotechnology tools and processes comes the ability to produce everything from commodity chemicals to high-performance materials through white biotechnology
Verpackungsgesetz: EU ringt um Definition von „hochwertigem“ Recycling Umweltorganisationen warnen vor dem Downcycling hochwertiger Materialien zu minderwertigen Produkten, da Papier zur größten Abfallquelle in der EU werden könnte
Definition of ‘high-quality’ recycling takes centre stage in EU packaging law Environmental groups warn against downcycling high-quality materials into lower-quality products, saying paper risks becoming the largest source of packaging waste in the EU
Svante Secures Commercial Supply of MOF Advanced Sorbent Materials with BASF for Carbon Capture Market Leading carbon capture and removal solutions provider, Svante Technologies Inc. (Svante), has developed a commercial supply agreement with the world’s largest chemical producer, BASF, to scale up its novel metal-organic framework (MOF) nanomaterial, CALF-20, for the purpose of its carbon capture filter technology
Decarbonizing the transport: e-fuels from CO₂ AIMPLAS: The use of CO2 as a prime material or co-reactant is a challenge and an opportunity, it activates the search for innovations in the chemical industry to decrease our dependency on fossil fuels in transports
23 October 202316 October 2023 BASF supplies Asahi Kasei’s ROICA with biomass balanced tetrahydrofuran This collaboration aims to support the launch of a new sustainable sportswear and apparel collection by Asahi Kasei’s customers
BASF beliefert Asahi Kasei’s ROICA mit biomassebilanziertem Tetrahydrofuran Ziel der Zusammenarbeit ist die Unterstützung der Kunden von Asahi Kasei bei der Einführung einer neuen Kollektion nachhaltiger Sportbekleidung
New report shows globally coordinated policies could cut annual mismanaged plastics by 90% and virgin plastic production by 30% by 2040 Further and stronger measures are needed to fully end all aspects of plastic pollution and align the plastic system with the Paris Climate Agreement
CJ Biomaterials, Revelop Take Home Prestigious Red Dot Design Award for PHA Head-Up Toothbrush The PHA Head-Up Toothbrush features an 8° angled brush head, which allows the toothbrush to efficiently dry and remain hygienic and bacteria-free
Think that your plastic is being recycled? Think again Plastic is cheap to make and shockingly profitable. It’s everywhere. And we’re all paying the price
The Green Energy Transition Must Happen Roughly Three Times Faster than Previous Fuel Transitions to Maintain a Livable Planet New publication titled 'The Energy Transition Blueprint' by Boston Consulting Group shows that Investing in Low-Carbon Energy Can Improve Energy Sustainability, Affordability, and Security
Meijer Reduces Plastic Packaging in New Partnership with Bolthouse Farms Company packages organic carrots in bio-compostable bags
FENC’s Sustainable Products Empowering A World of Sports & Global Fashion As a leader in the global polyester industry, Far Eastern New Century Corporation (FENC) has always been committed to corporate sustainability for the long haul
20 October 202316 October 2023 Information for a broad audience – New handbook summarises the impact of bio-based and biodegradable plastics on existing waste management systems This handbook plays a crucial role in raising awareness, providing knowledge, and promoting sustainable practices related to bio-based and biodegradable plastics
BCG-Studie: Grüner Wasserstoff ist deutlich teurer als gedacht Wasserstoff aus erneuerbarer Energie gilt wichtigen Industrien als einzige Lösung gegen CO2-Emissionen. Doch Strategen haben offenbar die Kosten unterschätzt. Erste Projekte geraten in Gefahr
Consumers angry at retail industry for producing plastic waste, study finds British consumers are angry at the retail industry for producing plastic waste and frustrated with current reuse and recycling systems, according to research from the University of Sheffield
UMF|PerfectCLEAN® Announces New Compostable Packaging to Reduce Landfill Waste and Meet Sustainability Goals Sustainable packaging derived from corn will be used for all PerfectCLEAN products by early 2024
Bauen mit Holz im urbanen Raum weiter im Aufwind FNR beim 16. Europäischen Holzbau-Kongress am 17./18. Oktober in Köln dabei
Biodegradable and recyclable: the best of both worlds in sustainable packaging Full Cycle Bioplastics and Polymateria stand out in the bioplastics and circular packaging industry for offering materials that are recyclable whilst also degrading harmlessly in the environment
Start of construction of PHA extraction pilot On the GETEC facility in Emmen, Paques Biomaterials can begin building the pilot installation for biopolymer (PHA) extraction. The installation’s fundamental engineering has just been finished
AIMPLAS turns poultry feather waste into sustainable foams suitable for hydroponic crop systems AIMPLAS is working on the development of new foams made with poultry feathers for sustainable hydroponic crop systems within the framework of UNLOCK, an initiative funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme
19 October 202315 October 2023 BASF celebrates 25th birthday of ecoflex®,the world’s first PBAT biopolymer Several Studies show the advantages of ecovio® for production, packaging and shelf life of food as well as for the collection of food waste
BASF feiert 25jähriges Jubiläum von ecoflex®, dem weltweit ersten PBAT-Biopolymer In verschiedenen Studien wurden die Vorteile von ecovio® bei der Produktion, Verpackung und Haltbarkeit von Lebensmitteln sowie bei der Sammlung von Lebensmittelabfällen nachgewiesen
Arkema continues to lower the carbon footprint of the global production of its bio-based polyamide 11 chain The group carried out several energy efficiency improvements in its polyamide 11 chain production sites over the last year
ALPLA and TÖNISSTEINER realise reusable PET bottle made entirely of recycled material When the reusable bottle reaches the end of its lifespan as determined by the number of cycles it goes through, it can now be turned into rPET at the ALPLArecycling plants and recycled into new bottles
ALPLA und TÖNISSTEINER realisieren PET-Mehrwegflasche aus 100 Prozent Recyclingmaterial Das Recycling-PET (rPET) für die innovative Verpackungslösung steuert ALPLArecycling aus eigener Produktion bei und nach Ablauf der Lebensdauer ist die Flasche vollständig wiederverwertbar
Biochar offers an accelerated pathway to global decarbonization, says new research The first-of-its-kind data highlights biochar’s potential to scale carbon removals as a win-win solution for people and the planet
Swansea to become UK leader in natural product innovation Swansea is set to become a UK leader in the natural product research and enterprise sector, as the University has succeeded in a bid for funding of £587,000 to set up a new centre known as the BioHUB
CO2 bioeconomy: Creating value from carbon dioxide Is the CO₂ bioeconomy creating value from carbon dioxide? Dr Kang Lan Tee and Professor Tuck Seng Wong both explain
18 October 202318 October 2023 Keeping up with the latest sustainability claims under the new EU legislation – what does all of this mean for the future of your company? The nova-Institute invites interested parties to the nova Session on “Sustainability Claims under New EU Legislation – From Sustainable Finance to Green Claims”
OMV and Wood sign collaboration agreement for commercial licensing of OMV´s ReOil® technology Circular economy solution: What was once waste turns into valuable raw material
OMV und Wood unterzeichnen Kooperationsvereinbarung für die kommerzielle Lizenzierung der OMV ReOil®-Technologie Kreislaufwirtschaft als Lösung: Was einst Abfall war, wird zu wertvollem Rohmaterial
Dutch project BIOTTEK aims to develop new biopolyester with 6.6 million EUR investment The focus of the project is to find a solution for the enormous microplastic pollution caused by apparel textiles