Several roadblocks identified on the way to a net-zero chemical industry Borealis and Borouge launch Recleo™, a global brand for cost-effective, mechanically recycled solutions
Recleo is backed by Borealis and Borouge’s global network and decades of expertise, ensuring consistent quality and reliable supply. Recleo complements the Borcycle™ M portfolio of premium mechanically recycled polyolefins
UPCYCLE Project Launches to Transform Non-Recyclable Plastics into Circular and Non-Persistent Packaging Solutions
The project brings together 19 partners from 12 countries to develop novel circular value chains that convert non-recyclable plastic waste into highly recyclable and non-persistent packaging materials
Renaissance BioScience and Biome Bioplastics Partner to Develop Next-Generation Sustainable, Renewable Bioplastics
C$1.5 million (£814,000) Canada-UK project will harness yeast and bacterial fermentation to produce renewable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics for packaging, personal care, health, and consumer goods
Nexam Chemical and Verdofoam collaborate on lightweight materials in biobased plastics
Through close collaboration between Nexam Chemical and Verdofoam®, a breakthrough has been achieved that makes it possible to replace fossil-based polystyrene in the type of foam, used for example in e-commerce packaging
Taghleef Industries Reimagines NATIVIA®: A New Era for Biobased and Biodegradable Films
Through the incorporation of groundbreaking materials such as PHAs, the introduction of home compostability features and the functionalization with advanced barrier technologies, NATIVIA® continues to lead industry transformation
Closed Loop Partners’ Composting Consortium, With the Biodegradable Products Institute and US Composting Council, Awards Grants to Composting Facilities & Municipalities Across the U.S.
Eight municipal and composter-led projects received funding for organics and compostable packaging recovery from the new, collaborative grant program to expand access, infrastructure and regional capacity. That Are Advancing Recovery of Compostable Packaging
Breaking the Bubbles of the Different Renewable Carbon Sectors to Enhance the Transformation of the European Chemical Industry
The Renewable Materials Conference opened up new avenues for the chemical industry in Europe. The three winners of the Innovation Award demonstrate the industry's potential for innovation: These include plasma technology for utilising waste and CO₂, white lignin for cosmetics and a bio-based solution for replacing PFAS and plastic in paper packaging
Fiberdom and Kiefel form partnership to accelerate fiber-based packaging innovation with advanced dry forming technology
As packaging regulations become increasingly stringent, the new strategic partnership aims to accelerate the shift toward sustainable alternatives by expanding the scope of fiber-based solutions available to manufacturers and converters. The collaboration will unlock scalable, cost-effective applications that deliver high performance and functionality while ensuring full compliance with evolving environmental standards
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