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23 October 201818 October 2018

First coffee capsule compostable at home

Organically based synthetic material with sunflower seed shells protects fossil resources


22 October 201817 October 2018

Frost & Sullivan gives award for best innovation in the cosmetics sector to Bio-on

Bioplastic microspheres patented by Bio-on are "incredibly versatile" and are "a sustainable alternative to synthetic polymers for use in not only cosmetics"


17 October 201812 October 2018

Parkdale Mills and Intrinsic Textiles Team Up To Reduce Synthetic Microfiber Pollution and Textile Waste

CiCLO textile technology allows polyester and other synthetic materials to biodegrade like natural materials


15 October 201810 October 2018

Nuatan is the bioplastic that could answer the plastic pollution crisis

Novel material has the possibility to “replace all the packaging we know,” because it is so safe that even fish can eat it


12 October 201810 October 2018

Homegrown zero waste co.

Bella Bamboo uses biodegradable, compostable bamboo as a replacement for single-use plastics and styrofoam containers


Danimer Announced Plans for Fermentation Plant to Produce its Proprietary PHA Bioplastic

A major milestone for Danimer Scientific as this facility aims to start operations in the fourth quarter of 2019


11 October 20189 October 2018

With Novamont’s technology no need for microplastics in new cosmetic line

Novamont technology, when used in cosmetics allow readily biodegradable ingredients can be produced with performance comparable to traditional microplastics


10 October 20188 October 2018

U of L partnership with Flexahopper, WD, leads to new Green Polymer and Technology Centre

Federal investment of $1-million supports biodegradable plastic research


4 October 20182 October 2018

Danimer Scientific to acquire Fermentation Facility in Winchester, KY

The company will use the fermentation plant to produce its proprietary Nodax™ polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) material


2 October 201828 September 2018

Danimer Scientific and PepsiCo Win Annual Innovation in Bioplastics Award

PLASTICS Recognizes Danimer Scientific and PepsiCo’s Contribution to Bioplastics during Bioplastics Week


1 October 201826 September 2018

Recycling temple waste along the Ganges with Help Us Green

Ankit Agarwal is recycling temple waste along the Ganges, and he just invented the world’s first biodegradable thermocol and leather from blooms


27 September 201825 September 2018

Circularity penetrates the events industry with launch of Ecobooth

Completely novel production process making unique things from waste materials


26 September 201824 September 2018

Seaweed and Lucozade team-up to tackle plastic waste at mass participation events

Lucozade Sport announcing plans to trial plastic-free drinks and gels encased in an edible seaweed outer layer


10 September 20185 September 2018

VTT is developing microbes that degrade plastic as a solution to marine plastic waste problem

Aim is to design a mobile container where microbes degrade plastic waste to valuable products like fuels or chemicals


6 September 20183 September 2018

Fashion Development Materials is born, the new Bio-on business unit dedicated to bioplastic materials for fashion and the luxury sector

A dedicated team will develop new materials based on Minerv PHA bioplastics, 100% natural and biodegradable, targeting the fashion and luxury industry


3 September 201829 August 2018

This alternative film for fields actually biodegrades

Biodegradable films could be a more eco-friendly alternative to the thin polyethylene films common in agriculture in many countries


29 August 201824 August 2018

Microbes fully metabolize biodegradable plastics

With this study, two concerns that are constantly being raised about biodegradable plastics have been rebutted


27 August 201822 August 2018

UGA to test first fully biodegradable plastic straw

Researchers, working with RWDC Foundation funding, synthesized a food contact polymer that they will now develop into a commercially viable straw


23 August 201822 August 2018

Innovative Report on Bioplastics and Biodegradable Plastics Market Forecast to 2023

With Trends, Analysis by Regions, Type, Application, Market Drivers and Top Companies


22 August 201817 August 2018

New BioLogiQ blend with PBAT demonstrates marine biodegradable properties

Results show 97% biodegradation of a GP/PBAT film in ocean water within a one-year period, according to ASTM-D6691 standards for marine biodegradability


17 August 201814 August 2018

Icrisat scientists exploring bioplastics from sorghum

Indian researchers are working with the humble drylands crop plant sorghum (jowar) and a bunch of microbial minions to help shape a bio-based plastic future


15 August 201810 August 2018

Study: Danimer PHA Verified as Reliable Biodegradable Alternative to Traditional Plastic Packaging

University of Georgia researchers find biodegradation of Danimer Scientific's polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) material similar to cellulose powder and food waste


Plastics proliferation transitioning to bioplastics boost

Current market value of biodegradable plastics exceeding $1.1 billion in 2018, and potentially reaching $1.7 billion by 2023, according to IHS Markit’s report


10 August 20188 August 2018

Cortec’s EcoLine® Biodegradable Drilling Rod Grease to Replace Petroleum-Based Counterpart

Biobased, biodegradable grease is recommended for use in environmentally sensitive areas near waterways


9 August 20187 August 2018

Soil bugs munch on plastics

ETH Zurich and Eawag researchers identified films made of the polymer PBAT biodegrade in soils


7 August 20182 August 2018

From an electrical engineer to an entrepreneur for biodegradable cutlery

Indian entrepreneur is producing bagasse tableware to replace the single-use plastics


1 August 201830 July 2018

As Plastic Regulations and Bans Increase, Market Value for Biodegradable Polymers Exceeds $1 Billion and Will Rise Sharply by 2023, IHS Markit Says

Western Europe largest market for biodegradable plastics as region tightens restrictions on plastic shopping bags; regulation is most significant demand driver


Kelheim Fibres’ Viscose Speciality Fibre VILOFT® receives Lighthouse Award from the Bavarian Environmental Cluster

The wet toilet tissues made with VILOFT® short cut fibres disintegrates rapidly in the sewage system consisting 100% cellulose, which is completely biodegradable


30 July 201825 July 2018

BIO-FED compound certified as biodegradable in soil

M·VERA® products are already well-established in a number of applications and can be used with various processing methods


The First Ever Instant, Portable, Biodegradable, One-Time-Use, Award-Winning CasusGrill, Officially Launches in U.S. Market

CasusGrill’s first ever disposable biodegradable grill U.S. launch is making national headlines


25 July 201823 July 2018

Lactips raises EUR 3.7 million in a new funding round

New funding round participants including existing backer Demeter, BASF Venture Capital, BNP Paribas and Crédit Agricole Loire Haute-Loire


19 July 201817 July 2018

Convenient and Compostable: New RKW Waste Bags Hit German Retail Stores

RKW Launches Starseal Tie Handle, Biodegradable Waste Bags


29 June 201827 June 2018

Finland’s Fazer joins eco start-up to further development of wood-based packaging

Collaboration's aim is to make Sulapac material available for all consumers around the world


27 June 201825 June 2018

From jeans to fibres to garment tags: novel recycling for more sustainable fashion

A new recycling method turns garments into biodegradable materials, paving the way for a more eco-friendly fashion industry


22 June 201820 June 2018

An alternative to plastic straws: this product is made from avocado pits

Michoacán company Biofase uses 15,000 tonnes of seeds a day for its bioplastics


19 June 201815 June 2018

Spaghetti straws a big hit at Malak Markets

MALAK Markets are fighting for a plastic-free lifestyle and have introduced pasta straws to help cut back on plastic use


18 June 201814 June 2018

All that glitters is not gold: Mighty Hoopla promotes eco-friendly alternative

AIF launched ‘Drastic On Plastic’ campaign and any glitter will be banned from 61 independent music festivals


15 June 201813 June 2018

This humble Australian bee is helping to disrupt the plastics industry

Biotech start-up found the solitary masked bee's cellophane-like nesting material is not only water-repellent, but also resistant to flames, high temperatures and strong chemicals


11 June 20187 June 2018

Fazer beginning cooperation with Sulapac

The aim is to develop new responsible packaging solutions for foodstuffs


8 June 20186 June 2018

AGRIMAX: from Agricultural and Food-processing Waste to Bioproducts

How can we use agricultural and food-processing waste to create useful products for a sustainable Europe?


7 June 20185 June 2018

DIN CERTCO: Biodegradable mulch films for use in agriculture and horticulture

Release of the standard EN 17033:2018 Plastics - Requirements and test methods


1 June 201829 May 2018

Could combining recyclability and biodegradability be the answer to plastic waste?

According to a new NNFCC report, the British agricultural industry produces enough biomass to supply a UK bioplastics industry


23 May 201817 May 2018

Overview of Silk Fibroin Use in Wound Dressings

This review describes recent advances in the development of SF-based wound dressings for skin regeneration


9 May 20188 May 2018

Edinburgh inventor creates biodegradable water bottle to fight plastic problem

Crowd-funding looking for backers to help get this vision off the ground


27 April 201825 April 2018

Ecovia Renewables Announces Major Partnership; Raises $1 Million in Seed Financing

Aim of collaboration is to develop a suite of high-performing, biobased and biodegradable polymers for topical applications


17 April 201816 April 2018

The Netherlands looking to ban oxo-degradable plastics

Country supports a full ban, rather than the restricted use proposed by the European Commission


Bioplastics industry risks disappointing consumers

Organic - or 'bio' in German does not mean that the packaging material is bioplastic


Simplifying hospital waste with bio-based disposables

Disposable hospital cellulose products containing lots of benefits waiting to be used


3 April 201828 March 2018

Packaging made from renewable raw materials turn cosmetic brands into innovation leaders

Company to present its portfolio of biobased and biodegradable plastics


29 March 201828 March 2018

GCA 2018 Winner: Making bio-textiles from food crop harvest waste

Five winning innovations from 5 different countries shared a 1 million euro grant from the H&M Foundation

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