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25 September 202420 September 2024

A Green Chemistry Breakthrough: Sustainable Collagen Extraction from Sardine Bones Using Banana Peel Water Extracts

This method addresses environmental concerns associated with traditional collagen extraction methods and offers a new approach to valorizing waste materials

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24 September 202424 September 2024

Call for Innovation: Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025 – New with Biosynthetics 

Besides cellulose fibres, bio-based polymer fibres ("biosynthetics") are an excellent option to reduce fossil fibres in textiles

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CO2 electrolysis: Fraunhofer UMSICHT is working with the H2 Reallabor Burghausen

Scientists are developing in collaboration a novel reactor for the efficient conversion of carbon dioxide to ethylene

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Schneider Electric collaborates with GR3N to tackle plastic recycling challenges and drive circularity in chemical sector

GR3N developed MADE, Microwave Assisted DEpolymerization solution, which breaks down PET into its chemical building blocks that can be recombined to create new PET pellets with virgin-like quality

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Biophilica launches 100% biobased adhesive

The adhesive was tested by consumers on a variety of substrates around the world, achieving impressive results with unique properties

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Lygos and CJ BIO Partner on Commercial-scale Biorefinery Complex in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to Bring High-Performing, Sustainable Solutions to Market

The partnership includes delivery of over 40,000 MT/yr of Lygos’ flagship products, Soltellus™ and Ecoteria™, with the potential for future expansion of additional sustainable innovations

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Groundbreaking ceremony marks the start of Dairy Distillery Alliance’s sustainable biofuel project

America’s lowest carbon-intensity dairy ethanol plant breaks ground in southwest Michigan, adding to the needed biofuel supply and helping lower the dairy industry’s carbon footprint

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23 September 202419 September 2024

Leading the Charge: Indian Brands Crafting Eco-Friendly, Biodegradable & Compostable Bags

India faces a severe plastic waste crisis, with approximately 3.4 million tonnes of plastic waste generated annually

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The New EU Political Cycle: A Defining Moment to Accelerate CCU Techs – CO2 Value Europe on Euractiv

For some CCU pathways, there are literally no rules or incentives

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20 September 202417 September 2024

WACKER Successfully Tests CO2 Capture from the Silicon Production Process

The newly tested capture process makes it possible to reuse or store this greenhouse gas and prevent its release into the atmosphere – a critical step on the road to net-zero chemicals production

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CHUK launches new Compostable Tableware products for QSRs and caterers

CHUK eco-friendly products are crafted to meet the food service industry sustainability needs

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A Letter for the Future of Packaging

The EU has the opportunity to move forward by balancing its sustainability goals with the essential need for consumers to access everyday staples like milk and juice

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19 September 202419 September 2024

Guide the EU Biotech Act to success, says top Belgian research institute

Europe has recently challenged the United States’ dominance in scientific research and innovation

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G20 reaches consensus and establishes High-Level principles on Bioeconomy

The Bioeconomy Initiative was proposed by Brasil’s G20 Presidency, seeking to boost the development of this innovative and productive paradigm based on the combination of knowledge and nature

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18 September 202412 September 2024

Innovative Research Unveils News Path to Ethanol Production from CO2

Researchers from the Interface Science Department at the Fritz Haber Institute have introduced a novel method for converting the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2) into ethanol and other fuels

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Pierre Fabre partners with Sorbonne University to develop biodegradable bioplastics

Produced by microalgae, the innovative material captures CO2 from the atmosphere and transforms it into a bioplastic

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“Pilots4U powered by COPILOT” launches Open Calls for Co-CREATION of its new DATABASE & PLATFORM

COPILOT invites Bioeconomy Innovators and Pilot and Demo Infrastructures to CO-CREATE the next DATABASE & PLATFORM of European Open Access Pilot and Demo Infrastructures for the Bioeconomy

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PlaXTM by Bioworks Adopted in Seivson’s 2025 Spring/Summer Collection

Five Designs Unveiled at Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO Runway Show

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17 September 202411 September 2024

Textile waste and recycling: challenges and opportunities

This article tackles the topic of textile waste and explores the possible recycling routes that exist today. It also offers a closer look at the UK's textile industry and the waste produced nationally

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Chemical recycling of mixed textile waste

Most postconsumer textiles are mixed fibers, complicating mechanical recycling due to material blends and contaminants

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The R-SOCK, the first circular sports sock

Did you know that socks are the most replaced items in the world? Today, each of us throw on average seven pairs of socks per year. And this only in France accounts for 300 million pairs of socks thrown away every year

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16 September 202411 September 2024

Calyxia raises $35 million to help global manufacturers advance product performance, and fight plastic pollution and GHG emissions

Investment led by Lombard Odier Investment Managers’ Plastic Circularity Fund and Bpifrance, through its Large Venture fund, bringing cumulative funding to $70M

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Can CO2 utilisation drive increased carbon capture?

Wood Mackenzie: Carbon dioxide utilisation could bolster carbon capture economics, but there are major obstacles

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Upcycling excess carbon dioxide with tiny microbes

Researchers reporting in ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering have rewired one such microbe to help tackle greenhouse gases in the atmosphere

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13 September 202410 September 2024

There is a more sustainable way! With bio-based and biodegradable textile and leather chemicals

Indian startup SCHUTZEN revolutionizes the fashion industry – Nominated for the ISC3 Innovation Award 2024

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LanzaTech Signs Master License Agreement with SEKISUI to Develop Multiple Commercial Scale Waste-to-Ethanol Plants Across Japan

LanzaTech progresses partnership with SEKISUI by formalizing commercial framework to construct facilities which significantly advance how municipalities convert solid waste into valuable sustainable feedstocks

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PureCycle, Seminole County, League of Women Voters Partner to Recycle Campaign Signs from Primary Election

PureCycle partnered with Seminole County and the League of Women Voters to recycle campaign signs following the recent primary election

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Chemical plastics recycling is ready to go

Scientists at ETH Zurich have succeeded in breaking down polyethylene and polypropylene into molecules that can be used as fuels or lubricants

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12 September 202417 December 2024

Swift implementation of EU biotech and biomanufacturing initiative is key to strengthen EU competitiveness and accelerate defossilisation

All three carbon sources will be needed in the action plan to make the transition away from fossil feedstocks

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CSIRO and Murdoch University launch the Bioplastics Innovation Hub to end plastic waste

The Bioplastics Innovation Hub aims to revolutionise plastic packaging by developing biologically derived plastic that can break down in compost, land, or water

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10 September 20245 September 2024

CARBIOS and FCC Environment announce joint project to establish UK-based PET biorecycling facility

The CARBIOS’ biorecycling technology is key to supporting FCC’s continuing goal of contributing to the circular economy by exploring new processes and technologies to produce recycled PET

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Sensei Farms Debuts New Packaging Across Leafy Greens and Salad Mixes

The eye-catching, more eco-friendly design reduces plastic use by 90% compared to previous clamshell, without compromising functionality or quality

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9 September 20244 September 2024

More sustainable solar modules made from renewable raw materials

Within the recently completed project “E2 - E-Quadrat" the Fraunhofer CSP in Germany has developed with partners a solar module in which the components that are not directly required for light-to-electricity conversion are made from biodegradable materials, recyclable materials or renewable raw materials

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Samsara Eco and NILIT team up to build world-first nylon 6,6 recycling facility

Aiming to be operational by late 2026, the anticipated facility will be uniquely capable of recycling textile waste for textile brands and manufacturers to seamlessly use

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Emirates Biotech to Debut at Plastics Recycling Show in Dubai

Emirates Biotech will be exhibiting at the Plastics Recycling Show in Dubai from 10 to 12 September, marking the company’s first appearance at this prestigious event

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6 September 20243 September 2024

Behind the scenes at the German Packaging Awards: standouts, trends, and more

Interview with jurors Simone Marquardt from Lindt & Sprüngli, Norbert Menzel from Beiersdorf and Christoph Waldau from B+P Creality – learning more about their experiences on the panel, the entries that impressed them this year, and the packaging trends they’ve noticed

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5 September 20242 September 2024

RepAir Carbon US Inc. and C-Questra launch the EU’s first onshore carbon dioxide removal project

Partnership between two pioneering carbon tech startups on French soil gives new hope for Europe’s competitiveness in decarbonisation race

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INVISTA Kingston site earns ISCC PLUS certification

This achievement marks another major milestone in the company’s global strategy and reinforces a dedication to stewardship via environmental protection, social responsibility, and operational transparency

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4 September 20243 September 2024

NEG8 Carbon Unveils Groundbreaking Innovations in Direct Air Capture Technology

The captured CO₂ can now be permanently and safely stored underground or turned into climate-neutral carbon products, such as sustainable aviation fuel

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Case: ANDRITZ & Metsä Fibre & Dow – LigniOx innovation offers a biobased option for construction chemicals

VTT teamed up with ANDRITZ, Metsä Fibre and Dow to transform lignin – a pulp production side stream – into a renewable replacement for fossil-based dispersants. As a result, a new demo plant is now under construction

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3 September 20242 September 2024

BASF and STOCKMEIER Urethanes USA, Inc. partner to offer more sustainable polyurethane playground and recreational surfacing products

BASF supplies STOCKMEIER Urethanes with BMB Lupranate MDI for the manufacturing of their Stobielast S binders

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Japan, Indonesia, others agree to build sustainable fuel supply chain

Coconut oil-based aviation fuel among 400 projects pitched in Jakarta meeting

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Sabic and Lubrizol collaborate on sustainable soft-rigid compatible material solutions

Joining Complementary Strengths and Sustainable Material Portfolios

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2 September 202429 October 2024

nova Session: Food and Feed Crops for Bio-based Materials – Facts, Myths, Availability and Policy

30 October 2024 @ 13:00 - 16:00 CEST, online

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VTT launches new initiative to demonstrate energy-efficient manufacturing technologies for fiber-based products

The initiative will pioneer low-carbon, water-efficient technology with the potential to reduce water consumption by up to 90% and overall energy consumption by more than half

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ALPLA and zerooo create first reusable PET bottle for cosmetic products

From September, the first manufacturers in Germany will present cosmetics and care products in PET containers from the zerooo reusable system, with Austria following suit in October

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30 August 20243 September 2024

Why communications and marketing? 

Why communications and marketing?  Sustainable change in the chemicals and materials industry

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nova-Institute participates in the discussion at the EDANA Conference Outlook Europe in Rome: Cellulosic fibres and biosynthetics – The status quo of renewable fibre sources in the context of the recent wave of regulatory developments

24-26 September 2024, Rome, Italy

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Luminy® PLA bioplastics at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Luminy® PLA bioplastics have a 75% lower carbon footprint than traditional plastics and can be recycled or composted at end-of-life

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Honeywell And Repsol To Collaborate On Renewable Fuel Development 

Companies to scale the commercialization of Honeywell technologies for efficient chemical production and advanced biofuels