10 September 20246 September 2024 What’s happening to the biofuels market? The oil majors that had branched out into renewables in recent years began pausing biorefinery projects in quick succession over the summer of 2024
9 September 20244 September 2024 More sustainable solar modules made from renewable raw materials Within the recently completed project “E2 - E-Quadrat" the Fraunhofer CSP in Germany has developed with partners a solar module in which the components that are not directly required for light-to-electricity conversion are made from biodegradable materials, recyclable materials or renewable raw materials
Nachhaltigere Solarmodule aus erneuerbaren Rohstoffen Im kürzlich abgeschlossenen Projekt "E2 – E-Quadrat" hat das Fraunhofer-Center für Silizium-Photovoltaik CSP in Halle (Saale) zusammen mit Partnern ein Solarmodul entwickelt, bei dem die Komponenten, die nicht direkt zur Licht-Strom-Umwandlung benötigt werden, aus biologisch abbaubaren Materialien, recyclebaren Materialien oder nachwachsenden Rohstoffen bestehen
Samsara Eco and NILIT team up to build world-first nylon 6,6 recycling facility Aiming to be operational by late 2026, the anticipated facility will be uniquely capable of recycling textile waste for textile brands and manufacturers to seamlessly use
AFC Supports Africa’s Largest Methanol Plant, Transforming Flared Gas into Valuable Resources The project in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria, targets producing an initial 1.8 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of methanol, diversifying the local economy and generating over 18,000 jobs
Ørsted legt „Flagship One“ auf Eis Die Produktionsanlage sollte ursprünglich das europaweit größte Projekt dieser Art werden und vom kommenden Jahr an 50.000 Tonnen E-Methanol pro Jahr als CO2-neutralem Schiffskraftstoff bereitstellen
Ørsted’s halt on hydrogen plant highlights synthetic fuel challenge Ørsted, widely considered the greenest energy company in the world, recently decided to stop the construction of a plant for hydrogen-based fuel
Emirates Biotech to Debut at Plastics Recycling Show in Dubai Emirates Biotech will be exhibiting at the Plastics Recycling Show in Dubai from 10 to 12 September, marking the company’s first appearance at this prestigious event
6 September 20246 September 2024 Turning bacteria into bioplastic factories Scientists discovered some purple bacteria that can produce bioplastics without adding CO2 to the atmosphere and which are completely biodegradable
Bakterien werden zu Biokunststofffabriken Biologen finden neue Wege, um die plastikproduzierende Kraft violetter Mikroben zu fördern
Government of Canada announces investment in the industrial bioeconomy to reduce GHG emissions Strengthening Canada's bioindustrial sector through research and innovation creates opportunities, increases competitiveness, and moves Canada towards a more sustainable future
Polylactic acid doesn’t discharge microplastics to the environment We need to choose more responsible materials for the products we rely on, and to develop a better plastic collection and waste processing infrastructure
Behind the scenes at the German Packaging Awards: standouts, trends, and more Interview with jurors Simone Marquardt from Lindt & Sprüngli, Norbert Menzel from Beiersdorf and Christoph Waldau from B+P Creality – learning more about their experiences on the panel, the entries that impressed them this year, and the packaging trends they’ve noticed
„Europa braucht einen Binnenmarkt für Sekundärrohstoffe“ Innerhalb der EU müssen Sekundärmaterialien zu wettbewerbsfähigen Preisen gehandelt und eingesetzt werden können, dazu benötigt es auch Qualitätskriterien und Standards für Sekundärrohstoffe
Brown introduces bill to create tax credit for biobased chemicals In lieu of the production tax credit, producers could elect to take a 30% investment tax credit for qualified investments in new renewable chemical production facilities
5 September 20242 September 2024 Electrochaea successfully scales up to 10MWe with EIC Accelerator Program support and applies new plant design for first commercial project in Denmark The new archetype design shall be integrated into the existing operation of a biogas upgrading and grid-injection plant
Electrochaea skaliert mit Unterstützung des EIC Accelerator-Programms erfolgreich auf 10 MWe und wendet neues Anlagen-Design für erstes kommerzielles Projekt in Dänemark an Neues Archetyp-Design soll in den bestehenden Betrieb einer Biogasaufbereitungs- und Netzeinspeiseanlage integriert werden
RepAir Carbon US Inc. and C-Questra launch the EU’s first onshore carbon dioxide removal project Partnership between two pioneering carbon tech startups on French soil gives new hope for Europe’s competitiveness in decarbonisation race
INVISTA Kingston site earns ISCC PLUS certification This achievement marks another major milestone in the company’s global strategy and reinforces a dedication to stewardship via environmental protection, social responsibility, and operational transparency
LYB erwirbt die APK AG Recyclingtechnologie Erweitert das Technologieportfolio des Unternehmens und den Circular Hub
A Biological Approach to Metalworking Based on Chitinous Colloids and Composites Researchers from Singapore University of Technology and Design found new conditions using chitosan, in which composites’ ability to be printed and cast into functional shapes with metallic characteristics is demonstrated
Metallobjekte ohne Schmelzen und Pressen Von Insekten abgeschautes Rezept ermöglicht maßgeschneiderte Metallverbundstoffe
4 September 20241 October 2024 nova’s experts introduced: Kristijan Mrsic Dissemination · Press · Social Media
NREL Advances Method for Recyclable Wind Turbine Blades Resin Made From Biomass Enables Chemical Recycling at End of Useful Lifespan
NEG8 Carbon Unveils Groundbreaking Innovations in Direct Air Capture Technology The captured CO₂ can now be permanently and safely stored underground or turned into climate-neutral carbon products, such as sustainable aviation fuel
Neuer Werkstoff aus Abfall: Unsortierte Abfälle werden zu biobasiertem Thermoplast Mit dieser Entwicklung kann UBQ Materials Treibhausgasemissionen vermeiden und die CO2-Bilanz von Alltagsprodukten verbessern
Case: ANDRITZ & Metsä Fibre & Dow – LigniOx innovation offers a biobased option for construction chemicals VTT teamed up with ANDRITZ, Metsä Fibre and Dow to transform lignin – a pulp production side stream – into a renewable replacement for fossil-based dispersants. As a result, a new demo plant is now under construction
Mewalii’s Period Pads are Made from Regenerative Hemp Fibers The absorbent fibers undergo a unique mechanical softening process, enhancing their natural softness without toxic chemicals
UNIFI®, makers of REPREVE®, launches globally available circular polyester products made from textile waste: White filament yarn and THERMALOOP™ insulation Powered by Textile Takeback™, the benchmark in sustainable textile production - Global debut at Intertextile Apparel Fabrics Shanghai tradeshow August 27th to 29th
3 September 20242 September 2024 63rd Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress & 4th Innovation Days 11 – 13 September 2024, Dornbirn Austria The 63rd Dornbirn GFC 2024 is characterized by the energy transition and presents innovative solutions for the textile industry. The presentations on the main topic “Energy Solutions” during the three-day congress will start with a plenary lecture on the opening day
Sustainable Materials Conference & Expo 2024: Advancing The Material Transition Cologne, Germany – 13-14 November 2024
BASF and STOCKMEIER Urethanes USA, Inc. partner to offer more sustainable polyurethane playground and recreational surfacing products BASF supplies STOCKMEIER Urethanes with BMB Lupranate MDI for the manufacturing of their Stobielast S binders
BASF und STOCKMEIER Urethanes USA, Inc. kooperieren für nachhaltigere Spielplätze und Freizeitflächen aus Polyurethan BASF beliefert STOCKMEIER Urethanes mit BMB Lupranat MDI für die Herstellung ihrer Stobielast S Bindemittel
Doppelganger Plastics: a more desirable alternative? Researchers team at Stora Enso developed FuraCore - a more controlled, highly customisable, less energy intensive process for high quality FDCA and PEF
Ingenza announces partnership with Cellugy to investigate the potential of biofabricated cellulose This collaboration will Cellugy enable to benefit from Ingenza’s extensive experience, and will focus on implementing different techniques to identify key factors influencing the cellulose production pathway
UBC super-black wood can improve telescopes, optical devices and consumer goods By sheer accident, UBC researchers created a new super-black material that absorbs almost all light and trademarked it as Nxylon
Produktion von Primär-Kunststoff unter Beschuss „Bridge to Busan“-Erklärung will die Produktion von Primärkunststoffen reglementieren, um die Umweltverschmutzung mit Plastik in den Griff zu bekommen
Japan, Indonesia, others agree to build sustainable fuel supply chain Coconut oil-based aviation fuel among 400 projects pitched in Jakarta meeting
Sabic and Lubrizol collaborate on sustainable soft-rigid compatible material solutions Joining Complementary Strengths and Sustainable Material Portfolios
SABIC und Lubrizol arbeiten gemeinsam an nachhaltigen Lösungen für weich-steife Materialien Verbindung von komplementären Stärken und nachhaltigen Materialportfolios
2 September 202431 August 2024 nova Session: Food and Feed Crops for Bio-based Materials – Facts, Myths, Availability and Policy 30 October 2024 @ 13:00 - 16:00 CEST, online
VTT launches new initiative to demonstrate energy-efficient manufacturing technologies for fiber-based products The initiative will pioneer low-carbon, water-efficient technology with the potential to reduce water consumption by up to 90% and overall energy consumption by more than half
AustroCel plant die Produktion von Hydrogel-Granulat Anfang 2025 AustroCel investiert in die erstmalige industrielle Produktion eines neuartigen Hydrogels und revolutioniert damit die Landwirtschaft
AustroCel plans to produce hydrogel granulate in early 2025 CEO Kalt: „AustroCel invests in the first industrial production of a new type of biodegradable hydrogel, revolutionising agriculture“
ICIG Purchases Bioethanol Plant from Clariant in Romania, Strengthening Its Biotechnology Business International Chemical Investors Group (ICIG) has signed an agreement with Clariant to purchase the decommissioned bioethanol plant in Podari, Romania
Corden BioChem übernimmt Betrieb von ehemaliger Clariant-Bioraffinerie Im vergangenen Jahr gab Clariant das Aus für seine kommerzielle Bioraffinerie im rumänischen Podari bekannt. Nun wird der Auftragshersteller Corden BioChem den Betrieb übernehmen und die Anlage dazu umbauen
EREMA at Fakuma 2024 Innovative solutions are needed to achieve the recycling quotas in the food grade packaging sector
EREMA auf der Fakuma 2024 Um die Recyclingquoten im Verpackungsbereich zu erreichen, braucht es innovative Food-Grade-Lösungen