Leipzig researchers present modelling results of optimal biomass use in the energy transition
In the "SoBio" project realised jointly with the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), the Leipzig research team modelled a total of 111 different bioenergy options for the first time in great detail in scenarios
UPM Biochemicals further expands distribution network for its new sustainable Renewable Functional Fillers (RFF)
UPM Biochemicals announced today that it has further expanded its distribution network in Europe and Turkey for its UPM BioMotion™ Renewable Functional Fillers (RFF), an innovative new category of bio-based products
Bio-based content, compostable plastics, and chemical recycling – many opportunities for more innovation and sustainability in the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
The Renewable Carbon Initiative’s position paper highlights chances for the EU to lead the way to a sustainable packaging industry and to promote innovation
Rashki Launches India’s First Ever Range of Handbags Made from Banana Leather in Its Pursuit to Encourage a Fashionably Kind Way of Life
The fashion company has partnered with Banofi Leather to launch what it claims is India’s first-ever vegan range of handbags as sustainable alternative to animal leather
The Chemical and Plastics Industry Will Need to Replace 1 Gt of Fossil Carbon per Year with Renewable Carbon from Biomass, CO2 and Recycling to Net-Zero
The upcoming Renewable Materials Conference, 23-25 May in Siegburg/Cologne (Germany) promises to be a one-of-a-kind event that provides a platform for showcasing the impressive achievements in the field of renewable materials. The conference will bring together experts, stakeholders, and industry leaders to discuss latest developments and share their visions and strategies for the future
Will the EU’s renewables directive change the landscape for forest biomass?
The EU’s revised Renewable Energy Directive strengthens the sustainability criteria for biomass heat and power, but the compromise text means it might only lead to limited improvements in the short term, argue Gemma Toop and Michèle Koper
The rise of Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) as a renewable carbon feedstock – More than 1.3 million tonnes capacity for CO₂-based products already exist and are expected to at least quadruple by 2030
New report on the use of CO₂ for chemicals, advanced fuels, polymers, proteins and minerals by nova-Institute – A deep and comprehensive insight into the evolving technologies, trends and the dynamically growing market of CO2 transformation and utilisation
Biden-Harris Administration Invests Nearly $34M to Strengthen Wood Products Economy, Forest Sector Jobs, Sustainable Forest Management
This investment supports a crucial link between resilient, healthy forests and strong rural economies and jobs in the forestry sector, especially in communities that depend on national forests and grasslands to grow and thrive
Six Materials Nominated for the Innovation Award “Renewable Material of the Year 2023”
New materials will enable sustainable products in areas such as textiles, cosmetics, packaging, as well as elastic and biodegradable materials for a variety of applications. Participants at the “Renewable Materials Conference” will vote for the winners
RCI Carbon Flows Report: Compilation of supply and demand of fossil and renewable carbon on a global and European level
The new report provides a comprehensive understanding of today's carbon flows and what it means to replace fossil carbon with renewable carbon in the materials and chemicals sectors
International project AgriLoop is launched to accelerate the future of circular agriculture by converting residues into high-value, eco-friendly products
The new collaboration will find new uses for agri-food residues: currently an underexploited resource for both the European Union and China, accounting for around 50% of harvested crops
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