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25 May 20209 September 2021

Why The Lycra Company Prioritizes Recycling Over Biodegradability

Company came to this decision by taking a science-based approach to what types of fibers will have the best environmental impact

22 May 202018 May 2020

This eco-friendly and biodegradable toothbrush can be returned to its manufacturer after use

The new Reswirl comes manufactured from a cassava-based PHA that naturally biodegrades in land or water

20 May 202015 May 2020

“Biodegradable,” a magic word for environmentally-minded consumers, isn’t always a green panacea

Environmentally-conscious shoppers tend to be drawn to such labels, but might not be aware of a critical drawback

18 May 202018 May 2020

Crises need clever minds – The winner of the innovation award “Bio-based Material of the Year 2020” is a wood fibre-based ready meal tray certified for home composting from Huhtamaki Lurgan (UK/Finland)!

The second place goes to a self-adhesive tape from monta Klebebandwerk (Germany), which consists of 90% renewable raw materials. Third place goes to a functional barrier coating from Fraunhofer ISC (Germany), which is a paper-based and compostable functional barrier coating for food packaging, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

13 May 20208 May 2020

Sustainable Structural Material for Plastic Substitute

Chinese researchers developed an amazing biodegradable alternative

8 May 20206 May 2020

Building a Better, Biobased Cat Litter

Scientists from the US Agricultural Research Service described their use of biochar in litter made of eastern red cedar flakes, whose fibers are highly absorbent

7 May 20204 May 2020

Guidance on single-use plastics directive: European Commission to stick to its timeline

Despite the current pandemic, the EC wants to present the final SUPD guidance by July 2020

5 May 202029 April 2020

BIO’s Plastics for Tomorrow Infographics

How we have to be vigilant on growing plastic pollution and we must invest in environmentally friendly alternatives like biodegradable or recyclable bioplastics

4 May 202029 April 2020

Circe: Biodegradable plastic without the plants

Engineered microbes can produce biodegradable plastics at lower cost and environmental impact than plant-based plastics

From Biobased Poly Lactic Acid (PLA) to Algae and Fermentation

The Digest’s 2020 Multi-Slide Guide to Corbion’s Food, Health and Planet Solutions

17 April 202014 April 2020

Nouryon introduces natural polymer for sustainable sunscreen formulations

Bio-based and biodegradable SolAmaze is the latest in a series of natural products introduced by Nouryon for the personal care market

16 April 20209 April 2020

Scientists successfully produce PLA/protein electrospun mats for future biomedical applications

Electrospun mats can be used for filtering, cell culturing, drug delivery, as sorbents and catalytic matrices, in protective clothing, antibacterial wound dressing and tissue engineering

14 April 20208 April 2020

Coffee grounds show promise as wood substitute in producing cellulose nanofibers

Another possible use for coffee grounds: Biodegradable plastics

9 April 20206 April 2020

Icma San Giorgio designs, builds and instals compounding plant for bioplastics

New plant was designed and delivered as a "turn-key" project, from the loading systems of the different components to the packing of the final product

Not just biofuels: Algae’s next wave

A growing number of materials scientists and manufacturers are turning from land to sea in search of more sustainable biomass feedstocks

1 April 202027 March 2020

Climate Disrupted: Lignin, Cellulose, and Starch Bioplastics, TSPs

There exist a big variety of biodegradable bioplastics that could be used to replace petro-based materials in 3D-printing

Hurdles of hemp plastic

Hemp-based bioplastics present disposal challenges

31 March 202027 March 2020

The Bioplastics Industry 2020-2024

Focus on Biodegradable Plastics, Featuring Detailed Profiles of Corbion, BASF, Mitsubishi Chemical, Biome Technologies, Solvay & Arkema

In race for a sustainable alternative to plastic, Indonesia bets on seaweed

A big range of bioplastic alternatives being tried out in Indonesia, the world’s No. 2 producer of seaweed

27 March 202024 March 2020

Next Five Years Could be Pivotal for Bioplastics

Bioplastics industry is yet to take off and the sector is littered with bankruptcies - but the situation is beginning to change

Made to degrade (Eventually)

Osaka researchers developed a transparent plastic mainly from cellulose nanofibers and starch obtained from plants, that degrades in marine environments

26 March 202023 March 2020

AR Packaging drives sustainable innovation and targets a major shift to dry molded fibre packaging together with PulPac

Group has joined the PulPac Technology Pool and thereby gets unique access to optimised processes for putting fully fibre based and renewable single-use products on the market

25 March 202023 March 2020

EUBP raises concerns over biased EASAC report on bio-based and biodegradable plastics

Statements implicitly lead to some very questionable recommendations to EU institutions and citizens

Department of Energy Announces $25 Million for Plastics Recycling R&D, Launches Upcycling Consortium

Department ’s Plastics Innovation Challenge is offering a comprehensive program to accelerate innovations in plastics recycling technologies

23 March 20205 May 2020

BioSinn – products for which biodegradation makes sense

2^nd expert workshop as online event, 11 May 2020, 10:00 am–4:00 pm

19 March 202019 March 2020

DSM announces partnership with SABIC and UPM Biofuels to create bio-based Dyneema®

Collaboration sees Dyneema^® transition to bio-based feedstock without compromising process efficiency or product performance

17 March 202012 March 2020

Borealis producing certified renewable polypropylene at own facilities in Belgium

Company takes its commitment commonly with Neste and Henkel to the next level for advancing the circular economy, once again furthers its EverMinds™ ambitions

Clariant Masterbatches earn ‘OK’ certification for home and industrial composting

Certification means that the masterbatch ingredients, including the polymer carrier, will not compromise the biodegradability of the plastic products and packaging

11 March 20207 March 2020

Nouryon and INEOS Nitriles break ground on new facilities in Germany

INEOS will operate and maintain the new facilities as well as provide key raw materials

5 March 20202 March 2020

Invasive green crab at Keji seaside could soon become biodegradable plastic

Invasive green crabs that have caused major problems for native species could, ironically, be the latest solution to reducing plastic pollution in the ocean

2 March 2020

BioSinn – products for which biodegradation makes sense!

When does biodegradation makes ecological sense? Are there already suitable materials for such applications? What are the conditions in market economy?

Nonwoven industry’s response to the Eunomia study on the plastics definition under the Directive (EU) on the reduction of the impact of certain plastic products on the environment

European Commission’s DG ENV is currently working on guidelines on single use plastic products. This document will be published by 3 July 2020

28 February 202028 February 2020

Al Ain water to produce plant-based compostable bottle

New bottle to be available in hotels and airports by May

25 February 202022 February 2020

Freudenberg unveiled first ever 100% biodegradable padding at ISPO

comfortemp Lyocell padding meets the high demands placed on clothing for sports and outdoor use

21 February 202018 February 2020

The Importance of Biodegradable Lubricants

The desire to use biodegradable is increasing - but various biodegradable oils have different rates of biodegradability

Fake biodegradable products flood market after India bans single-use plastics

State government issued yet another order clarifying the banned products include branded and non-branded biodegradable carry bags

Biodegradable packaging developed for organic beauty market

New packaging solves a conundrum for cosmetics firms that currently sell organic, ‘clean’ products

20 February 202017 February 2020

Consumers confused by distinction between biobased and biodegradable plastics

Global survey shows "consumer attitudes have reached a tipping point, leading them to avoid brands that don’t prioritize sustainability and environmental issues"

19 February 202014 February 2020

Packaging of Fresh Produce: Novamont’s New MATER-BI Cling Film Is Now Available

MATER-BI bioplastic cling film for the packaging of fresh produce can now be used with most packaging machines

18 February 202019 February 2020

Eastman Naia™ cellulosic staple fiber debuts at Première Vision

Maker of sustainable fibers broadens product portfolio to enhance versatility

17 February 202012 February 2020

New USDA Certified Biobased and Biodegradable Temporary Rust Preventive for Outdoor Protection!

Company is offering a broad range of convenient, portable touchup and rust removal items around any plant

14 February 202012 February 2020

Huhtamaki focuses on fibre

Renewable fibre is the main volume raw material for Huhtamaki, with already, nearly 70% of product portfolio consisting of fibre-based products

New market study predicts ‘green boom’

Bioplastics can be used in a growing number of application areas - most important sector for sales of bioplastics in 2018 was the packaging industry

IIT-Bombay develops plastic-like films for packaging industry

The new product is a combination of edible sugar- or fat-based biopolymers approved by the Food Safety Authority of India that can degrade in about a week or a month

12 February 20202 April 2020

Biological circular economy in accordance with the Cradle to Cradle® principle

Textiles are one of the major sources of microplastics released into the environment. Production based on the Cradle to Cradle^® principle prevents waste by turning it into nutrients for future generations

11 February 20206 February 2020

These young entrepreneurs want you to have a blissful and rash-free period. Here’s how

Niveda R and Gowtham S have created Bliss pads, eco-friendly sanitary napkins that are made from kenaf fibres which is a well-known substitute for jute - commonly called Deccan hemp or Java jute

Perrier Brings Some Sparkle Into The War On Plastic

Company announced that it would be working with three small startups on three innovative kinds of packaging, will invest up to one million euros in the projects

OceanSafe – a paradigm shift in the textile industry

Textiles Next Generations – 100% biodegradable

10 February 20205 February 2020

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