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European Commission censorship
The European Commission asks me to remove content from the website. This is a FREE article
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German trade association calls for higher glass bottle deposit as industry remains divided
https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/germany-glass-bottle-deposit.html
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Reimagining agriculture for young people
https://www.eco-business.com/opinion/reimagining-agriculture-for-young-people
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Is Singapore’s paper recycling industry in crisis?
https://www.eco-business.com/news/sg-recycle-folds-paper-recycling-scheme-amid-funding-constraints-and-low-paper-prices
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Biodegradable or compostable? Here’s how to break it down for smarter recycling
https://www.primediaplus.com/2025/09/29/biodegradable-or-compostable-heres-how-to-break-it-down-for-smarter-recycling
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EU appeals dispute panel report regarding duties on imports of biodiesel from Indonesia
https://www.wto.org/english/news_e/news25_e/dsb_26sep25_e.htm
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California may file more plastics recycling lawsuits
https://www.reuters.com/world/california-looking-more-trump-plastics-lawsuits-attorney-general-bonta-says-2025-09-24
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Turning a problem into a resource: Scientists transform biomass tar into high-value carbon materials
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1099858 https://www.azom.com/news.aspx?newsID=64922
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Sustainable packaging startup launches ‘first fully home-compostable pipette dropper’ for beauty packaging
https://www.cosmeticsdesign.com/Article/2025/09/26/sustainable-packaging-startup-launches-first-fully-home-compostable-pipette-dropper-for-beauty-packaging
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CICC: Policy-driven development of the biodegradable plastics industry with low capacity utilization for PBAT.
https://news.futunn.com/en/post/62656006/cicc-policy-driven-development-of-the-biodegradable-plastics-industry-with?level=1&data_ticket=1759154941801629
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One-Pot Synthesis of PBAT from PET Waste Using Metal-DES Catalytic Systems for Sustainable Packaging Applications
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsomega.5c04609
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AI Catalysis and Microreaction Technology Enable Mass Production of High-performance Biobased Materials.
Xiangsheng Technology Completes Two Rounds of Angel+ Round Financing Worth Tens of Millions of Yuanai
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Symphony CEO addresses plastics solutions at SPE conference
https://www.investing.com/news/company-news/symphony-ceo-addresses-plastics-solutions-at-spe-conference-93CH-4256822
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Scientists Use Bacteria to Produce Stronger and Eco-Friendly Plastic Without Any Byproducts
https://www.zmescience.com/research/materials/scientists-use-bacteria-to-produce-stronger-and-eco-friendly-plastic-without-any-byproducts
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TotalEnergies Corbion and Floreon partner on PLA bricks
https://whattheythink.com/news/127776-adaptive-interiors-lower-carbon-footprint
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Environmental Influence on Degradation of Chitosan Bioplastics
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.1021/acsomega.5c04552
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Egypt’s Role in the Negotiations for a Plastic Treaty
The Plastic Pollution Problem, the Illusion of Comfort, and Egypt’s Role in the Negotiations for a Global Treaty
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Mechanical Properties Studies on the sustainable Palmyra Sheath Palm Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/395886479_Mechanical_Properties_Studies_on_the_sustainable_Palmyra_Sheath_Palm_Fiber_Reinforced_Polymer_Composites
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Moisture migration as an influencing factor in food freshness biocomposite packaging: A trend analysis review
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949822825007233
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The Compost Scam: Why your ‘green’ shopping bag is fooling you
https://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report-the-compost-scam-why-your-green-shopping-bag-is-fooling-you-3182014/amp
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Is compostable packaging the new gold in commodities?
https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/commodities/is-compostable-packaging-the-new-gold-in-commodities/article70102933.ece
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Putting single-use plastic alternatives to the test: CBC’s Marketplace cheat sheet
https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/marketplace-cheat-sheet-sep-28-2025-1.7643682
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Revolutionizing thermoplastic starch: advances in nanocellulose reinforced biocomposites: a review
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S096195342500830X
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Simulated secondary mechanical recycling of PLA water bottles: insights into structural integrity, barrier performance, and biodegradability
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0921344925004744
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Starbucks Slammed For Shifting To Biodegradable Cups In US: ‘Drips Like Sieves’
https://www.msn.com/ar-ae/money/markets/starbucks-slammed-for-shifting-to-biodegradable-cups-in-us-drips-like-sieves/ar-AA1ztRfJ
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BASF, Porsche, and BEST successfully complete pilot project on chemical recycling
https://www.basf.com/global/en/media/news-releases/2025/09/p-25-160
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Borealis’ new compounding line in Belgium offers premium recyclate-based polyolefins (Invest in Belgium)
I’m launching the ‘Invest in Belgium Serie’ to promote investments in Belgium. Thank you Borealis for investing in Belgium, the capital of Europe.
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Why EU failed its global leadership
The European Union failed because it became less than the sum of its parts: UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain …etc. This is a FREE article.
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Compostable Field Testing Program earns funding for research initiative
https://www.wastetodaymagazine.com/news/compostable-field-testing-program-earns-funding-for-research-initiative
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Plastics deception case against Exxon wins key ruling
https://climateintegrity.org/news/view/plastics-deception-case-against-exxon-wins-key-ruling
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Wheat straw straws: The Argentine innovation by two young entrepreneurs replacing plastic and paper
Wheat straw straws: The Argentine innovation by two young entrepreneurs replacing plastic and paper
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Grove Toilet Cleaner Pods Reduce PVA, Use Compostable Pouch
https://www.packworld.com/sustainable-packaging/bio-based/article/22949810/grove-toilet-cleaner-pods-reduce-pva-use-compostable-pouch
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EU delays deforestation law again, as Indonesian palm oil sector pushes for smallholder exemptions
https://www.eco-business.com/news/eu-delays-deforestation-law-again-as-indonesian-palm-oil-sector-pushes-for-smallholder-exemptions
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Saudi Arabia sets new fruit and vegetable packaging rules
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/saudi-arabia-issues-new-packaging-rules-for-fruits-and-vegetables-what-suppliers-and-vendors-must-know/articleshow/124008705.cms
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Packaging skills gap in Australia
https://www.packagingnews.com.au/education-and-training/packaging-skills-gap-highlighted-in-aip-survey
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Indaver delivers first batches of chemically recycled polystyrene
https://indaver.com/news/single/indaver-launches-groundbreaking-plastics2chemicals-installation-in-antwerp-first-recycled-raw-materials-leave-the-site-and-start-a-new-life
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NEXE Innovations Expands Product Portfolio with Several New SKUs in Collaboration with North American OCS Partner
https://www.stocktitan.net/news/NEXNF/nexe-innovations-expands-product-portfolio-with-several-new-sk-us-in-0q1lp6evv5lx.html
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Solvay / Syensqo CEO Kadri fired
DISCLAIMER: First of all, I apologise for the tone of voice and vocabulary I’ll be using to describe the “legacy” of Kadri, CEO of Solvay / Syensqo. Short history and summary Solvay is a Belgian chemical company that used to be one of the biggest player around. Remember this picture with chemistry celebrities … that…
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Gaia Biomaterials, RA International enter compostable plastic alternative distribution agreement
https://www.recyclingtoday.com/news/gaia-biomaterials-ra-international-enter-compostable-plastic-alternative-distribution-agreement
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Sparxell, MTC, Pangaia team on ‘first’ biodegradable reflective pigment
https://www.just-style.com/news/sparxell-mtc-pangaia-team-on-first-biodegradable-reflective-pigment
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Italian Pact for bio-based and circular plastic
Translated by Google The ten-point document was signed yesterday in Rome by the associations belonging to the National Council of Consumers and Users. Fourteen associations belonging to the National Council of Consumers and Users ( CNCU ) signed the ” Pact for Bio and Circular Plastic ” yesterday at the Gazometro in Rome. The ten-point document , available for download as…
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Eni unveils new biorefinery project in Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi
https://www.eni.com/en-IT/media/press-release/2025/09/eni-unveils-new-biorefinery-project-sannazzaro-burgondi.html
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NantBioRenewables Launches Newsroom to Advance Compostable Packaging Education
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250923130902/en/NantBioRenewables-Launches-Newsroom-to-Advance-Compostable-Packaging-Education
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UK plastic packaging tax undermined by fraudulent recycled content claims
https://resource.co/article/uk-plastic-packaging-tax-undermined-fraudulent-recycled-content-claims
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Scientists transform plastic waste into efficient CO2 capture materials
https://news.ku.dk/all_news/2025/09/scientists-transform-plastic-waste-into-efficient-co2-capture-materials
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BP abandons plans for biofuels plant in Rotterdam port
https://www.dutchnews.nl/2025/09/bp-abandons-plans-for-biofuels-plant-in-rotterdam-port
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Looking for an environmentally friendly drinking straw? The answer may surprise you
https://phys.org/news/2025-09-environmentally-friendly-straw.html
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Symphony Environmental Technologies CEO will speak at SPE Responsible Plastics 2025 Conference
Symphony Environmental Technologies CEO will speak at the SPE Responsible Plastics 2025 Conference in Pittsburgh today
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Industry buys composting infrastructure to contaminate US food chain with microplastics
My dear American friends, the plastic industry wants you to eat plastic.
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Commission considers ‘lottery’ awards for Horizon Europe
European Commission implies that there has been cheating in the attribution of EU funding. Well, everyone knew that. Who’s going to be punished? No one? And who says that the lottery process will happen without cheating?
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What will it take to break the global plastic treaty deadlock?
https://www.eco-business.com/opinion/what-will-it-take-to-break-the-global-plastic-treaty-deadlock
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Nestle sued for alleged greenwashing in Poland
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nestl-sued-alleged-greenwashing-poland-135123169.html
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USDA Reveals Three-Point Plan to Support U.S. Agricultural Farmers, Ranchers, Producers, and Exporters
U.S. Department of Agriculture Reveals Three-Point Plan to Support U.S. Agricultural Farmers, Ranchers, Producers, and Exporters
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Cascading fractionation of sugarcane bagasse via a novel bio-based organic amine solvent mediated green biorefinery process
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0961953425008323
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Advocates push bill to shift packaging waste costs to producers to reduce plastics & trash
https://www.waer.org/news/2025-09-22/advocates-push-bill-to-shift-packaging-waste-costs-to-producers-to-reduce-plastics-trash
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Minderoo Foundation invests €5 million to accelerate ocean innovation and impact
https://www.minderoo.org/media/minderoo-foundation-invests-5-million-to-accelerate-ocean-innovation-and-impact
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Sinclair’s new platform aims to demystify compostable packaging rules
https://www.fruitnet.com/eurofruit/sinclairs-new-platform-aims-to-demystify-compostable-packaging-rules/268884.article
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Researchers in Japan advance in a biodegradable compound to replace petroleum-derived PET plastics.
Researchers in Japan advance in a biodegradable compound to replace petroleum-derived PET plastics.
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Adidas, Target and Zalando will explore bioplastics in shoes
https://trellis.net/article/adidas-target-bioplastic-soles
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SCALE’s unique microalgae biorefinery opens in France
https://www.cbe.europa.eu/news/scales-unique-microalgae-biorefinery-opens-france
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CBE JU report on competitive bioeconomy for a sustainable future
Download Read https://www.cbe.europa.eu/publication/cbe-ju-competitive-bioeconomy-sustainable-future
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CBE JU call closes with 248 project proposals submitted
https://www.cbe.europa.eu/news/cbe-ju-call-closes-248-project-proposals-submitted
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Portugal to invest €30 million to strengthen recycling and waste recovery
Translated by Google Translate Notice of the Environmental Fund, financed by the PRR and framed within REPowerEU, supports the installation of sorting lines, composting plants, electric vehicles and wastewater treatment systems, with a participation rate of up to 100% and completion by December 31, 2025. Boosting the circular economy and carbon neutrality: investment promotes waste…
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Sulzer and TripleW transform food waste to PLA Bioplastic at scale
https://www.sulzer.com/en/shared/news/250909_sulzer-and-triplew-transform-food-waste-to-pla-bioplastic-at-scale
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Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS first F1 team to race with bio-based carbon fibre composites
https://www.eco-business.com/press-releases/mercedes-amg-petronas-first-f1-team-to-race-with-bio-based-carbon-fibre-composites
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AI is stifling demand for junior sustainability talent: recruiter
https://www.eco-business.com/news/ai-is-stifling-demand-for-junior-sustainability-talent-recruiter
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A journey rooted in regenerative agriculture: From fashion to farming
https://www.pepsico.com/our-stories/story/a-journey-rooted-in-regenerative-agriculture-from-fashion-to-farming
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Please built your chemical recycling plant in Antwerpen
This is a message for the CEO of Exxon regarding the chemical recycling plant in Belgium.
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World Cleanup Day signals rising public demand for ocean action
https://www.euractiv.com/news/world-cleanup-day-signals-rising-public-demand-for-ocean-action
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Lobby group rep raises alarm at HK event with ‘denialist’ claim that plastics don’t harm humans or marine ecosystems
https://www.eco-business.com/news/lobby-group-rep-raises-alarm-at-hk-event-with-denialist-claim-that-plastics-dont-harm-humans-or-marine-ecosystems
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The High Seas Treaty will take effect from January
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5j87114deo
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Scientists sound the alarm after making disturbing discovery deep in Mediterranean Sea: ‘It was an unsolved mystery’
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/scientists-sound-alarm-making-disturbing-233500808.html
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Students showcase renewable replacement for plastic packaging
https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/students-showcase-renewable-replacement-for-plastic-packaging
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How plastic fishing gear waste is being recycled into patio furniture — for now
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/plastic-fishing-gear-waste-recycling-1.7637690
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Research team invents plastic material that completely transforms when exposed to light
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/research-team-invents-plastic-material-053000168.html https://advanced.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/adma.202506733
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“We’ve Been Recycling Wrong”: Scientists Dissolve Plastic With Solvents While AI Exposes Our 9% Recycling Failure
https://www.sustainability-times.com/research/weve-been-recycling-wrong-scientists-dissolve-plastic-with-solvents-while-ai-exposes-our-9-recycling-failure
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