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ExxonMobil advertises in Politico
ExxonMobil is feeling the heat; the sword of Damocles is balancing above Exxon’s head. —ADVERTISING – Symphony Environmental launched a…
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Single-use plastic will soon be banned in Nigeria – but is the country ready?
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Honda Bikes go for bioplastics
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TIPA’s expanding portfolio of compostable packaging
ADVERTISING – Symphony Environmental launched a new revolutionary biodegradable plastic resin called ‘NbR’: Less fossil and less CO2 emissions
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LSU Researchers Create Low-Cost Method to Recycle Plastic
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Montgomery County will consider legislation that would ban plastic carryout bags (Video)
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Environment Report: Compostable Bags Still Not Compostable
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‘Fully biodegradable’ corn starch material seeks to replace traditional plastics
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Centre of Excellence trials into PCR plastic materials begin to bear fruit
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Mendel University scientists reveal new risks of bioplastics in agriculture
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Zero Waste Europe founder: Petrochemical states continue to derail UN Global Plastic Treaty
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Bpost becomes “first” shipping company to scrap packaging and labels
Bpost is a Belgian government owned postal company. Poor management, poor service, poor strategy … A monumental Belgian fiasco. But…
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Bridgestone and PNNL partner on sustainable tyres
I don’t understand how this is possible; a government’s lab that partners with a private company. Once a technology is…
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AEPW releases new mechanical recycling ‘playbook’
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Corn Next launches new bioplastic
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Emirate Biotech PLA Plant in UAE Update
160,000 t/y PLA plant to be constructed in UAE / — Emirate Biotech hired the old guard of the PLA…
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Pili partners with Citizens of Humanity and Orta to revolutionize the denim industry with Biobased Indigo
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Farrel Pomini and Lummus partner on chemical recycling
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Along the Mekong, fishers and farmers battle a plastics catastrophe
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Deep eutectic solvent pretreatment of oil palm biomass: Promoted lignin pyrolysis and enzymatic digestibility of solid residues
ADVERTISING – Symphony Environmental launched a new revolutionary biodegradable plastic resin called ‘NbR’: Less fossil and less CO2 emissions
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Lignin and copper nanocomposite coating for antibacterial mask
ADVERTISING – Symphony Environmental launched a new revolutionary biodegradable plastic resin called ‘NbR’: Less fossil and less CO2 emissions
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Canada Plastics Pact 2023-24 Impact Report
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Researchers in South Korea cultivate honeybee moth enzymes to combat plastic waste
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A dual antioxidant and antimicrobial bioplastic film endowed with amine-branched poly(lactic acid): Bioactive packaging for electron beam sterilization and food shelf-life extension
ADVERTISING – Symphony Environmental launched a new revolutionary biodegradable plastic resin called ‘NbR’: Less fossil and less CO2 emissions
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Advancements in Enzyme Biomanufacturing in India
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The climate crisis: 5 things to watch out for in 2025 (UN)
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How the value chain impacts the deployment of mechanical and chemical recycling in the European automotive plastic sector
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Origin Materials covered by the media
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Could buildings become carbon sinks?
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Production of bioplastics in India (Update)
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Do Materials Matter?
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Deceptive recycling claims – Summary and prospects of ExxonMobil vs California lawsuit (FREE)
Here’s a summary and possible prospects of the Exxon vs California lawsuit on deceptive recycling. This is a FREE article
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Catalytic oxidation upcycling of polyethylene terephthalate to commodity carboxylic acids
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Portage (Michigan) launches free composting pilot program
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Compostable Biopolymers Market Growth Powered by Eco-Friendly Packaging and Agricultural Applications.
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Bio-Based PVC Market and Production till 2030
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Carbon Dioxide Upgrading to Biodegradable Plastics through Photo/Electro-Synthetic Biohybrid Systems
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Chilean company launches new bioplastic
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Preparation of porous carbon derived from a lignin-based polymer through ZnCl2 activation for effective capture of iodine
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EU Pesticide Review
The EU does not apply good governance to its pesticide policy. It’s pure hypocrisy.
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Funding Notice: US DOE Announces up to $23 Million to Propel Renewable Chemicals and Fuels
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Free the Recycling! When bagging is wrong and when it’s right (FREE)
Article by David Goldstein, Ventura County Public Works Agency Environmental Resource Analyst. This is a FREE article
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Chitosan nanoparticles and neem essential oil functionalized pullulan/gum arabic active edible biocomposites for fresh-cut guava preservation
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Transforming Marine Waste and Carbonated Water into Hydrogels via CO₂ Release Behavior
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Fungi could unlock the recycling of carbon fiber
ADVERTISING – Symphony Environmental launched a new revolutionary biodegradable plastic resin called ‘NbR’: Less fossil and less CO2 emissions
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Trump Tariffs Could Take Toll on Recycled Plastics Ecosystem
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The global plastic treaty failed; ocean conservation expert outlines her next steps
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Mexican eco-packaging company Biocup expands to US market
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New research raises concerns over festive season plastic waste
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Wisconsin scientist studies microbes and bioplastics
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Sustainability is becoming the problem
Our politicians are dogmatic and live in ivory towers. It’s usually the politicians who create the problems. The same will…
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PPWR Summary
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Environmental groups sue FDA over refusal to tackle risky plastic packaging
This will set a serious precedent and it’s needed. FDA’s have been playing ball for the industry instead of doing…
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The carbon footprint dilemma of the French alps
The french ski stations are the antithesis of the Green Deal.
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Behavioral and molecular effects of micro and nanoplastics across three plastic types in fish: weathered microfibers induce a similar response to nanosized particles
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Is Switching to Compostable Packaging a Good Move?
ADVERTISING – Symphony Environmental launched a new revolutionary biodegradable plastic resin called ‘NbR’.
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Summary of US packaging laws taking effect in 2025
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Scientists sound alarm over high microplastic exposure in US seafood
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A novel approach to sampling microplastics
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Plant-based Protein Brand Combats Plastic Waste & Slack Fill with New Compostable Pouch
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Microbes can colonize space, produce drugs and create energy − researchers are simulating their inner workings to harness how
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Honda Adopts Bioplastic for Motorcycle’s Bodywork and Windshield
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Guadua angustifolia biochar/TiO2 composite and biochar as bio-based materials with environmental and agricultural application
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Poison: Paper vs Plastic Straws
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Panasonic’s bioplastic breakthrough, strong enough for cars
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The Blueprint for Credible Action on Plastic Pollution: Harmonized Metrics
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Argo Targets Biomass-to-Graphene Development
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Chemical recycling: a key player in a decarbonised and circular future?
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Exxon fights back against California’s claims of plastic deception
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Refinity buys Advanced Recycling technology from VTT
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Understanding importance of protecting our shores from plastic pollution (Florida)
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Stemming the Plastic Tide in the Arctic Video (National Geographic)
Paid content for @Prada. Prada Group and UNESCO-IOC raise awareness on ocean preservation with the SEA BEYOND educational program. Join…
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Earth Brands equips New York City sports venue with compostable food packaging
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Conserving Beauty opts for Futamura’s compostable films
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South Korea lags in biodegradable straw adoption despite global shift to eco-friendly options
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TNO Research on Bioplastics
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Malaysia imposes anti-dumping duties on plastic imports from China, Indonesia
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President Biden Protects Atlantic and Pacific Coasts from Offshore Oil and Gas Drilling
On paper, this looks nice. In reality, it’s a lame move to do this at the end of his mandate,…
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PLA Price is set to explose; PLA is too expensive (FREE)
PLA may become the most expensive PLA packaging resin.
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TU Dresden makes compostable electronics
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DURABIO for iPhone 16 Accessories
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The truth about biodegradable plastics (Newsbytes)
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Northern Illinois University research on bioplastics
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New Compostable Field Testing Program’s Results Dashboard
When they have to come up with all these kinds of gadgets and sorcery, it’s not a good sign.
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NatureWorks and Bamberger Amco Polymers partnership
NatureWorks has a higher stake in bioplastics than other bioplastics companies. They carry the PLA weight on their shoulders; they’re…
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LyondellBasell recycling plant in NL goes bankrupt
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Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution
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Landmark photosynthesis gene discovery boosts plant height, advances crop science
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DGeo Expands Sustainable Packaging Portfolio With Lifoam’s BioEPS Products
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US DOE Funding Selections: Waste Analysis and Strategies for Transportation End-uses
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Chemical fog spreading across the US – Bioweapons conspiracy
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Activists take aim at plastic industry’s greenwashing with grassroots campaigns
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German scientist develop game-changing process that could help solve growing global trash issue
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This Water-Resistant Paper Could Revolutionize Packaging and Replace Plastic
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Plastic Innovation fatigue
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Symphony Environmental launches natural biodegradable resin for the plastics industry (FREE)
NbR reduces fossil-content of plastic. It can be recycled, but biodegrades within months if it escapes into the natural environment,…
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Indonesian president says palm oil expansion not deforestation
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Kerala to roll out bio-bottles for packaged drinking water
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Chemical Recycling person of the year
The plastics industry is a pool of sharks and a bucket of crabs; from Nazi BASF to mafiosi ENI, but…
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Novo Nordisk funds Technical University of Denmark initiative to strengthen the bio-based economy
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