BIOFAST helps reduce the time taken for biodegradation tests on bioplastics in composting environments
The BIOFAST Project not only demonstrated an effective reduction in the time taken to perform biodegradation tests applied to bioplastics, but also generated significant economic and environmental impact
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
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
Amcor’s new European Innovation Center brings brands the latest in material science and packaging design
Amcor has opened its European Innovation Center in Belgium. The facility will partner with brands and retailers from across the region to design packaging that delivers better results for consumers and the environment alike
Avantium and TNO partner to manufacture electrolyser test stations for green hydrogen production
Under the partnership with TNO, Avantium will get access to TNO’s technical knowledge and expertise on single-cell and multi-cell lab-scale electrolysis test stations to sell these to customers worldwide
Renewable Materials Conference: Six Innovations Nominated and Final Program Available
Three bio-based innovations from Germany and from Sweden, two CCU innovations from Denmark and Hungary and one advanced plastic recycling technology from Canada are nominated for the “Renewable Material of the Year 2024” innovation award
Current market study forecasts annual growth of 17% for bio-based polymers between 2023 and 2028. Demand from Asia and the USA in particular is driving growth, Europe is lagging behind
New report released on the global bio‑based polymer market 2023 – a deep and comprehensive insight into a dynamically growing market
Current figures on the bioplastics market: IfBB presents “Biopolymers – facts and statistics 2023
Overview of current market-relevant and technical facts in the bioplastics sector, for example comparative market figures on individual materials, regions and applications, process routes, graphs on land use, resource and water consumption, diagrams on production capacities, geographical distribution and applications
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