New Meta-Study Highlights That Hydrolysis Prevents the Formation of Persistent PLA Microplastics in the Environment
A systematic review of published scientific literature conducted by HYDRA Marine Sciences finds that in the presence of water or humidity, the bioplastic polylactic acid (PLA) will fully hydrolyze, and no persistent nano- or microplastics will remain or accumulate in the environment
The future of the chemical industry, plastics and recycling at the Renewable Materials ConferenceStartup aiming to reduce plastic reliance joins Cornell incubator
Generally food containers are made from polyethylene (PE) or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS), and other plastics, to line packaging - but about three years ago, Thomas and Ryan Scheel, the founders of RETRN Bio, imagined a better source: biological components
Fungus breaks down ocean plastic
A fungus living in the sea can break down the plastic polyethylene, provided it has first been exposed to UV radiation from sunlight. Researchers from, among others, NIOZ published their results in the scientific journal Science of the Total Environment. They expect that many more plastic degrading fungi are living in deeper parts of the ocean
Polish Company Chespa Partners with Asahi Photoproducts and Esko to Introduce High-Quality Compostable Packaging for Food Products, on Display at drupa
Plastic-free biodegradable/compostable packaging printed with specialized Chespa plant-based inks for a high level of sustainability. Print samples available for visitors on Asahi’s drupa stand
Plants instead of petroleum – making new bio-based material solutions tangible on a pilot scale
In the INN PRESSME project, the Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research ISC took on the challenging task of preparing the products made from plant-based raw materials with special bio-based functional coatings for their respective requirements in use
New Market Analysis: Bio-based and Biodegradable Plastics Industries in ChinaReusable Sulapac® cups introduced in selected Burger King restaurants in Finland
Restel, a Finnish restaurant and catering company, accelerates on its journey to cut down waste and emissions; kicks off a pilot with reusable cups made of biobased and recyclable Sulapac® material in selected restaurants, including two Burger King outlets
A573 – Italian Competition Authority: investigation opened against Novamont for alleged abuse of dominant position
The company's exclusivity agreements could limit the use of alternative materials to Mater-Bi in the manufacture of lightweight and very lightweight plastic carrier bags, with anti-competitive effects, both against bioplastics manufacturers and plastic bag manufacturers that use raw materials other than Mater-Bi
Japan’s Spiber Raises $65M to Scale Up Production of Eco Materials Made from Fermented ‘Brewed Protein’
Japanese eco materials startup Spiber has secured ¥10B ($65M) in funding to accelerate mass production of its fermentation-derived Brewed Protein for use in the fashion, automotive and personal care industries
Nordic Bioproducts Group and Thailand’s PTT MCC Biochem Co. Ltd. forge a strategic partnership to advance bioplastic innovation for everyday items
The Finnish startup has formed an MOU with one of the world’s leading bioplastic producers. This strategic collaboration aims to advance the performance and compostability of bioplastics, facilitating their use across a wide range of single-use products, such as coffee capsules, while displacing traditional plastics
Borealis and AKVA group launch groundbreaking Polarcirkel™ workboat hull crafted from renewable feedstock-based plastic
EverMinds™ in action: Borealis’ Bornewables™ range of renewable polyolefins enables the Polarcirkel series to maintain exceptional performance standards while driving progress towards a circular economy
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