11 April 202411 April 2024 10 reasons to attend the “CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2024” Cologne, Germany, 17 – 18 April 2024, and online
Webinar: Formulation and Testing – Reality Check for New (Greener) Ingredients Third part of the PERFECOAT webinar series on bio-based paint and coating ingredients for young researchers
NatureWorks and IMA Announce Turn-Key Compostable Coffee Pod Solution Compatible for North America The strategic partnership delivers a complete coffee pod with a rigid capsule body, filter, and lidding made from Ingeo™️ PLA biopolymer allowing for superior, repeatable performance in brewing and production at commercial line speeds comparable with incumbent materials
Breaking Ground: Revolutionary Bioplastic Produced from Fish Waste MarinaTex: UK student created a bioplastic from fish that breaks down in 6 weeks
Metsä Group starts pre-engineering project for Muoto™ wood fibre packaging products The technology applied in Muoto products converts wet wood pulp into 3-dimensional packages
Biobasierte Kreislaufwirtschaft: Fraunhofer WKI erforscht Wiederverwendung von Holz Im Rahmen des Förderaufrufs »Recyclinggerechte Verwendung von Holz« des Bundeslandwirtschaftsministeriums ist das Fraunhofer WKI an fünf von sechs Forschungsvorhaben beteiligt
10 April 202415 April 2024 Best practices in sustainability communication What brands and label holders need to know
How to enable the transition from fossil to renewable carbon in the chemical and material sector RCI members identified several concrete instruments and measures to improve the economic framework conditions for the European chemicals and materials industry
UPM launches new biostimulant product range as a long-term solution for sustainable agriculture Proven benefits for a broad range of crops cultivated in fields and greenhouses with a significantly optimized environmental footprint compared to incumbent fossils-based products
Major environmental benefits recycling gold with biodiesel Chalmers researchers discovered that using biodiesel for purifying or recycling metals is an environmentally friendly method and could change an industry that is currently dependent on large amounts of fossil oil
Deutschlands Export von Kunststoffabfällen: Probleme und Lösungen Neue Studie des Öko-Instituts im Auftrag des Umweltbundesamts untersucht die Gesamtsituation der Kunststoffabfälle
BIC on the EU Communication on biotechnology and biomanufacturing With its innovative power and by creating new industrial ecosystems, the bio-based industries sector is a strategic pillar for biomanufacturing in Europe today
9 April 20243 April 2024 Global goals for sustainable development In 2015 the international community adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It is a roadmap for the future with the overriding objective of enabling people to live in dignity everywhere in the world. The 2030 Agenda embraces the economic, environmental and social dimensions of development and calls on everybody to gear their actions to these imperatives
Transformationsbericht der Bundesregierung: Mit Kreislaufwirtschaft gegen Umweltkrisen Treibhausgase werden weltweit größtenteils bei der Gewinnung und Verarbeitung fossiler Rohstoffe emittiert – ein bedeutender Faktor des Klimawandels. Antworten bietet die Kreislaufwirtschaft, wie der vom Kabinett beschlossene Transformationsbericht zeigt
Eastman molecular recycling facility achieves on-spec initial production and is generating revenue The company expects to ramp up production of the new facility over the coming months and enable growth across a wide range of markets
CJ Biomaterials Continues to Expand Applications for PHA with World’s First Completely Biodegradable Plastic Bottle Cap New eco-friendly cap introduced by Beyond Plastic can replace traditional, petroleum-based plastic caps
HanfLeder – Vegane Alternative vom Feld Aus Hanfstroh, das man von Hanfbauern bezieht, stellt das Start-up Revoltech das LOVR "HanfLeder" her
Major Chinese-European collaboration begins to find high-value, eco-friendly uses for agri-food residues Together with another 22 partners from across Europe, 13 Chinese academic and industrial organisations will develop sustainable processes to convert agri-food residues into high-value products
New Master’s degree programme in Sustainable Chemistry Focus on the sustainable use of resources – International study programme starts at JLU Giessen in the winter semester 2024/2025 – Applications may be submitted from 1 May 2024
Neuer Masterstudiengang „Sustainable Chemistry“ Nachhaltiger Umgang mit Rohstoffen im Fokus – Internationaler Studiengang startet zum Wintersemester 2024/2025 an der Universität Gießen – Bewerbung ab 1. Juni 2024 möglich
8 April 20243 April 2024 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
Borealis und AKVA präsentieren bahnbrechenden Polarcirkel™ Bootsrumpf aus erneuerbaren Rohstoffen EverMinds™ in Aktion: Borealis' Bornewables™-Sortiment an erneuerbaren Polyolefinen ermöglicht es der „Polarcirkel-Serie“, außergewöhnliche Leistungsstandards beizubehalten und gleichzeitig den Fortschritt in Richtung einer Kreislaufwirtschaft voranzutreiben
Avantium publishes its 2023 Annual Report The report also features sections on Risk Management, Corporate Governance, and the consolidated financial statements and company financial statements
Treatment for blindness-causing retinal detachment using viscous seaweed POSTECH researchers have developed a hydrogel solution which is based on a natural carbohydrate derived from algae
Strom durch Atomkraft sinkt weltweit: Nicht nur Deutschland steigt aus Weltweit sinkt der Anteil der Atomkraft an der Stromerzeugung. Zwar bauen einige Länder neue AKW. In vielen anderen aber ist Kernkraft kein Thema
Bio-based circuit boards could cut down electronic eco-toxicity The ingredients list for the most commonly used material for PCB are known as ‘FR-4’ - a mixture of woven glass fibre, epoxy resin and copper foil
What it takes to achieve ‘bold goals’ for the U.S. bioeconomy A strong bioeconomy can help us mitigate climate change, increase sustainable production, and expand manufacturing of cutting-edge therapies while boosting U.S. technological capabilities and providing new jobs
Pushing out plastic in consumer-goods packaging Cellulose fibres are emerging as a sustainable option for wrapping everything from foods to electronic
5 April 20242 April 2024 C1 proves continuous green methanol production process in record time,confirming predictions from quantum chemistry Berlin-based start-up sets a new standard in green methanol production while tripling innovation speed with the predictive power of quantum chemistry
Durchbruch mit Quantenchemie: Cleantech-Unternehmen C1 macht Herstellung von grünem Methanol in Rekordzeit möglich Berliner Start-Up setzt neuen Standard für die grüne Methanolproduktion, wobei die dreifache Innovationsgeschwindigkeit mit Hilfe der Quantenchemie erreicht werden konnte
Bpacks Launches World’s First Bark-Based Packaging Technology to Replace Seamlessly Plastic Materials The firm’s new technology is fully compatible with existing production streams and targets the $384 billion global plastic packaging market
Thermal Solutions for Green Buildings The BIOBUILD project will design and showcase protype wooden houses with innovative wallboards and parquet and evaluate energy saving performance as well as recyclability in Sweden and Spain
„Tangpon“ aus Meeresalgen: Berliner Gründerin entwickelt nachhaltiges Periodenprodukt Das Start-up Vyld stellt Tampons aus Braunalgen-Fasern her. Ihr „Tangpon“ soll nachhaltig sein und die Ozeane schützen
Vyld expands into algae-based diapers Seaweed-based tampons came first - the company is now working on an ambitious project called Windelwald, or diaper forest
Kumho Petrochemical Signs MOU With SK Geo Centric, Tongsuh Petrochemical For ‘Establishment Of Sustainable Bio Raw Material Supply Chain’ Formation of Long-term Mutual Cooperation for Sustainable Growth in the Petrochemical Industry among the Three Companies
Rice researchers develop 3D-printed wood from its own natural components Researchers at Rice University have unlocked the potential to use 3D printing to make sustainable wood structures, offering a greener alternative to traditional manufacturing methods
4 April 202428 March 2024 Say Hello to Biodegradable Microplastics Research shows plant-based polymers can disappear within seven months
Forscher entwickeln biologisch abbaubares Plastik auf Algenbasis Wissenschaftler der Universität of California haben aufzeigen können, dass sich ihre Biopolymere innerhalb von 7 Monaten biologisch abbauen
Technip Energies and LanzaTech Selected by the US Department of Energy to Receive $200M Investment for Breakthrough, Replicable Decarbonized Ethylene Commercial Facility
Research lights up process for turning CO2 into sustainable fuel Researchers have successfully transformed CO2 into methanol by shining sunlight on single atoms of copper deposited on a light-activated material, a discovery that paves the way for creating new green fuels
Dämmstoff mit Zukunft: Seegras aus Schleswig-Holstein Seegras ist eine vielversprechende Alternative für herkömmliches Dämmmaterial: Es brennt nicht. Dafür bindet es CO2 und ist nachwachsend. Eine Firma im schleswig-holsteinischen Kreis Steinburg hat deshalb große Pläne
Better Earth Introduces Renewable Plant Fiber Trays for Catering Events These innovative trays represent a significant step forward in sustainable catering solutions, setting a new standard for excellence in the industry
Self-healing Concrete Insights The innovative DEEP PURPLE project to showcase the feasibility of transforming raw materials from organic waste or wastewater into five ‘consumer’ products
Why building America’s biomanufacturing sector is critical for America’s security John F. Crowley from BIO: “The strength of our biotechnology industry is a testament to our nation’s capability to protect and enhance the lives of its citizens and those around the globe.”
3 April 202427 March 2024 CO2-negative construction thanks to new composite material A new composite material is finding its way into the construction industry. Made from natural stone, carbon fibers and biochar, it is an alternative to reinforced concrete. It is characterized by a particularly good CO2 balance
CO2-negatives Bauen durch neuartigen Verbundwerkstoff Ein neuer Verbundwerkstoff hält Einzug in die Bauindustrie. Hergestellt aus Naturstein, Carbonfasern und Biokohle ist er eine Alternative zu Stahlbeton. Eine besonders gute CO2-Bilanz zeichnet ihn aus
Avantium: Well Capitalised and Continued Good Progress in the Execution of its Strategy Avantium N.V., a leading company in renewable and circular polymer materials, today reports its unaudited 2023 full year results
Intek Plastics acquires a large Wisconsin plastics extruder The acquired facility and equipment greatly expand production capacity
Durchbruch bei PLA-Recycling: Enzym zersetzt Bioplastik in 24 Stunden Ein gängiges Enzym, das auch in Waschmitteln steckt, kann PLA mit etwas Wärme innerhalb von 24 Stunden komplett abbauen
China: TotalEnergies and SINOPEC join forces to produce sustainable jet fuel at a SINOPEC’s refinery The jointly owned unit by SINOPEC and TotalEnergies will have the capacity to produce 230,000 tons of SAF per year, and will process local waste or residues from the circular economy