Category: Feedstock & Biomass
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EU Commission admits it has no clue how palm oil supply chain works
The European Commission has become the world champion in making laws on topics it has no clue on how “reality” or the “system” works. The “Berlaymont” has become a synonym for “Ivory tower” policies …. Good governance would assume the opposite. The EU public consultation process also proves to be a democratic farce. By coincidence,…
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Another Pervert Effect in Making Circular Palm Oil
Farmers face an uncertain transition to using composting methods to boost nitrogen content in plantation soil, as Indonesia has removed palm oil from a list of commodities qualifying for subsidised chemical fertilisers — Removing subsidies on chemical fertilizers is a good decision for the environment but not for the small farmers. A simple solution to…
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Development of Pineapple Stem Starch Composite as a Plastic-Sheet Substitute for Single-Use Applications
Plastic waste poses a significant challenge for the environment, particularly smaller plastic products that are often difficult to recycle or collect. In this study, we developed a fully biodegradable composite material from pineapple field waste that is suitable for small-sized plastic products that are difficult to recycle, such as bread clips.
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Thai Government Approves Use of Ethanol to Make Bioplastics
Thai Government Approves Use of Ethanol to Make Bioplastics
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What Does Starbucks Do with Waste Coffee Grounds?
One of the biggest coffee companies in the world, Starbucks produces a large volume of leftover coffee grounds.
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PLA is Toxic for Fish
Plastic made from cane sugar also threatens the environment. Researchers from the University of Gothenburg have found that perch change their behaviour when exposed to so-called bioplastic.
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Dow and New Energy Blue announce collaboration to Bioplastic from corn residue
First-of-its-kind agreement in North America would create bio-based ethylene for Dow’s U.S. Gulf Coast assets to produce renewable plastics across fast-growing end-markets
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A million-ton biomass chemical project was put into operation in China
On May 12, the world‘s first one-million-ton “Shengquan method” biomass refining integration project
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How potato scraps can help win the war on plastic
Mornington Peninsula-based Julia and Jordy Kay are behind what they say is the world’s first compostable pallet wrap made from food waste.
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SEARCA supports project to turn shrimp waste into bioplastic
Researchers at the University of San Carlos (USC) turned shrimp waste into bioplastic with potential use for packaging.
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Yield10 Bioscience and Marathon Petroleum Partner on Camelina Feedstock
Yield10 Bioscience and Marathon Petroleum Corporation Sign LOI for Potential Investment and Offtake Agreement for Camelina Feedstock Oil for Renewable Fuels
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This Mexican company is turning avocado pits into biodegradable cutlery
Your next to-go fork could be made from an avocado seed
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Japan palm oil power push is losing momentum
Local resistance and high prices have slowed the expansion of palm oil power stations
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NTPC and Chempolis partner on bamboo biorefinery
NTPC and Chempolis have partnered to conduct a feasibility study for a bamboo-based bio-refinery in Bongaigaon, Assam
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Consider Corn Challenge IV Continues to Find Game-Changing New Uses for Field Corn
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is launching its fourth iteration of the Consider Corn Challenge.
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Thailand to Support Ethanol as PE Feedstock
The Finance Ministry stands ready to use tax measures to support the use of ethanol to produce bio-ethylene, a major feedstock used for making bio-based polyethylene, says a ministry source who requested anonymity.
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International study develops ground-breaking method to Recycle Used Cooking Oil
A scientist from the University of Plymouth has played a key role in new research which has developed a powerful, low-cost method for recycling used cooking oil and agricultural waste into biodiesel, and turning food scraps and plastic rubbish into high-value products.
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The Resurgence of Flax as a Building Material
Scientists are now exploring how flax can be used as a building material, which could help the world move away from its heavy reliance on environmentally damaging building processes towards a more environmentally-friendly future.
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By-Product Extracts as Natural UV Filters and an Alternative to Synthetic Ones
The cosmetic industry has been focusing on replacing synthetic ingredients with natural ones, taking advantage of their bioactive compounds.
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University of Alicante Patent Water-Soluble Plastic Material Based on Potato Starch
The University of Alicante Waste, Energy, Environment and Nanotechnology (REMAN) research group has developed a process for obtaining a water-soluble plastic material based on potato starch, which will soon be introduced on the market through the UA technology-Based Company Solublion, linked to the Alicante Science Park
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New Catalysts Could Make Acrylics from Corn Cheaper than Fossil Equivalent
Chemical researchers discover catalyst to make renewable paints, coatings and diapers
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Lenovo New Flaxseed Laptop
Lenovo’s taking another step towards sustainable tech for MWC 2023, with a new Flax Fiber laptop shell and compostable packaging.
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This Weird-Looking Fungus Could Be a Biodegradable Alternative to Plastic
The complex structure of Fomes fomentarius represents an architectural design for high-performance ultralightweight materials
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Stora Enso and Valmet Partner on Next Generation Lignin
Stora Enso and Valmet have started collaborating on next-generation lignin product and process development to drive Stora Enso’s lignin-based businesses and further improve the performance of the Valmet LignoBoost technology.
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Yield10 Bioscience Advancements on Herbicide Tolerant Camelina
Yield10 Bioscience Announces Key Advancements in the Development of Herbicide Tolerant Camelina Supporting Large Acreage Production of Low-carbon Intensity Feedstock Oil for the Biofuel Market
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Kajkao: a Sustainable, Biodegradable Material from Cocoa
Born from the idea of an Italian-Ecuadorian team of designers, Kajkao project is aiming at adding value to the cocoa production chain and contribute to the development of local cocoa farmers in Ecuador
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Turning Kudzu into Biodegradable Food Packaging
Use pearl millet starch and kudzu vines to put a dent in the roughly 400 million tons of plastic waste produced each year.
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Half Magic Launches Compostable Eyeshadows
The eyeshadow compacts are made from potato starch and cellulose.
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Henkel and Shell Partner on Biobased Feedstock
Henkel signs agreement with Shell on renewable-based ingredients for Persil®, Purex® and all® brands
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Philippines Investigates Palm and Coconut Oil Fiddling
The Federation of Philippine Industries said Tuesday the Office of the President ordered the Department of Agriculture to look into the alleged illegal use of imported palm olein in biodiesel.
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EU Deforestation Rules Discriminate Small Players
Indonesia’s smallholders union says small farmers “deserve” help from Big Palm Oil to comply with new EU regulations because of historical exploitation — Another example of how EU rules discriminate the small players and give a competitive advantage to big business and big money. EU institutions are in an ivory tower disconnected from the common…
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New Crop Can Produce PHA Bioplastics
Yield10 Biosciences is focusing their efforts on commercializing the camelina crop as the next big oilseed.
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Turning Christmas Trees into Bio Products
Research at the University of Sheffield and the University of Valladolid has found that pine needles from discarded Christmas trees or other sources could be turned into renewable fuels and new products.
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Implications of Zero-Deforestation Palm Oil for Tropical Grassy and Dry Forest Biodiversity
Rich biomes under threat despite zero-deforestation commitments, warns study
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AIMPLAS Produces Plastic Film from Coffee Waste
Converting biological waste into resources is one of the keys of the circular economy, and the main objective of the European WaysTUP! Project, financed by the Horizon H2020 programme, is working on different lines of research to establish new value chains for the use of urban biowaste.
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Canadian Teenager Develops New Bioplastic
16 year old teenager develops bioplastic made from duckweed
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USDA Invests $9.5M to Develop New Bioproducts from Agricultural Commodities (FREE)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced an investment of $9.5 million to support the scale-up of sustainable bioproduct manufacturing in the United States. This is a FREE article
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Sugar-to-What? An Environmental Merit Order Curve for Biobased Chemicals and Plastics
The chemical industry aims to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) by adopting biomass as a renewable carbon feedstock. However, biomass is a limited resource. Thus, biomass should preferentially be used in processes that most reduce GHG emissions.
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Whipping, Beating and Forced Labour at Nestle and Unilever Palm Oil Plantation
Tricked into captivity in a “drug rehabilitation” facility, victims faced forced labour and death — Welcome to the world of Palm Oil
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Fungal Mycelium Skin for Electronics
Scientists have used mushrooms to make biodegradable computer chips
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Sugar World Markets and Trade Biannual Report
This biannual report, published in May and November, includes data on U.S. and global trade, production, consumption and stocks, as well as analysis of developments affecting world trade in sugar.
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Yield10 Bioscience Begins Winter 2022/2023 Field Test and Seed Production Program
Yield10 Bioscience, an agricultural bioscience company, today announced that the Company has begun its winter 2022/2023 field test and seed production program for Camelina at sites in the United States, Canada, Argentina and Chile.
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UBC Develops Grass Bioplastics
UBC scientist discovers way to make strong plastic alternative from grass crops
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Vikas Lifecare to Produce Rice Husk Cellulose, Lignin and Silica
Vikas Lifecare collaborates with multiple institutions to produces Cellulose, Lignin and Silica from Rice Husk
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Fashion and Objects from Wheatgrass Seeds and Roots
Grass Roots Are Grown into Compostable Garments and Functional Objects
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Ecopin Pine Tree Resin for Biocomposites
Pine tree resin for fully natural, biodegradable, composite materials
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Sugar Reports: Brazil, Dominican Republic, Philippines, South Africa
Sugar Semi Annual reports for Brazil, Dominican Republic, Philippines and South Africa
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EU on Deforestation Free Supply Chain and Renewable Energy
EU Parliament Adopts Negotiating Positions on Deforestation-Free Supply Chains and Renewable Energy — The EU bioenergy policy has led to the deforestation of Eastern Europe. Forests have been cut down to make biomass pellets.
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Bridgestone Invests in Biobased Feedstock
Bridgestone Aims to Commercialize Natural Rubber from Desert Shrubs by 2030
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NZ Startup Converts Coffee Waste into Bioplastics
New Zealand Startup combats climate change by turning coffee waste into bioplastic
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The Inconvenient Truth About Biobased Plastics and Fuels (FREE)
There’s an inconvenient truth about bio-based plastics and fuels … This is a FREE article.
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Great Wrap Develops Potato Waste Cling Wrap
Australian materials science company Great Wrap has used potato waste to develop home compostable cling wrap.
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ENI Builds First Agri Hub in Kenya
Eni launches the first production of vegetable oil for biorefining in Kenya
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Replacing Plastics with Silk in Agriculture, Paints and Cosmetics
Researchers have developed a biodegradable system based on silk to replace microplastics added to agricultural products, paints, and cosmetics.
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Westfalia Takes Avocado Oil Refining Closer to Circularity
Westfalia Refines Avocado Waste for Soaps, Wax and Biofuel
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Italian Project Turns Coffee Grounds into Biocomposites
Coffeefrom: processing coffee grounds into a durable and resistant alternative to single-use plastic
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Genomatica and Unilever Partner on Palm Oil Alternative
Geno and Unilever launch $120m venture to scale alternative to palm oil and fossil fuels
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Implications & Risk Assessment Fungal Mycelium Materials
Implications of using fungal mycelium in composite material in construction, insulation, textile and health care.
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Bioplastics from Whey Permeate
Researchers Aim To Make Biodegradable Plastic From Dairy Waste
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Bioplastics from Potatoes
Waxy potatoes are high in amylopectin content, and have applications in the production of bioplastics, food additives, adhesives and alcohol.
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Toys and Furniture Made From Popcorn
Forest scientists at the University of Göttingen are developing bio-based, environmentally friendly material
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NZ Startup Uses Bees to Make Bioplastics
New Zealand’s Humble Bee Bio is using bees to create bioplastics
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World Sugar Report
This biannual report, published in May and November, includes data on U.S. and global trade, production, consumption and stocks, as well as analysis of developments affecting world trade in sugar.
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Is Amazon Palm Oil Sustainable?
Amazon palm oil: sustainable fuel or deforestation driver?
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Mexico Policy to Combat Food Price Inflation
Some measures relate to corn, one of the most important feedstock for biobased plastics.
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Norske Skog Opens Biocomposites Plant
Opening of biocomposite plant with signing of long-term customer agreement
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Biodegradable Products from Areca Leaves
Indian Villager Makes Biodegradable Products from Areca Leaves
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Egypt Goes for Stone Plastics
Egypt signs memorandum of understanding for Okeanos Egypt joint venture
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Great River Energy Wants to Replace Coal with Used Railroad Ties
Great River Energy is looking for a new fuel source for its Spiritwood power plant
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Turning Sugarcane Waste into Valuable Chemicals
Scientists solve problem of industrial waste from sugarcane processing in India
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Argentina Sugar Report
Argentine sugar production for marketing year (MY) 2022-2023 is forecast at 1.71 million tons, raw value, practically unchanged from the previous year.
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EconCore and Flaxco Partner on Mixing Flax with Thermoplastic
Sustainable lightweight thermoplastic honeycomb panel with flax fibre composites to replace glass and carbon fibre materials – innovation by EconCore & Flaxco (Division of Flipts & Dobbels NV) partnership.
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Mexico Sugar Report
Mexico sugar production is forecasted at 6.3 million metric tons raw value (MMT-RV) for MY 2022/2023 (October-September), marginally higher than the previous year, due to better weather conditions, better availability of water in reservoirs, and expected late summer rains that may improve cane yields.
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What Became of the Woman who Invented Olive Pits BioPlastic?
What happened to the woman who invented olive pits biodegradable plastics?
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EU Sugar Report
EU27 sugar production forecast for market year (MY) 2022/23 is projected at 16.3 million metric tons (MMT), as farmers reduce sugar beet plantings in favor of more profitable crops.
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Columbia, India, Kenya and South Africa Sugar Report
Sugar Report for Columbia, India, Kenya and South Africa
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Dominican Republic, Ecuador and Philippines Sugar Report
Sugar report for Dominican Republic, Ecuador and Philippines
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Thailand Sugar Report
Sugar production recovered to normal levels between 10 and 11 million metric tons in MY2021/22 and will remain at those same levels in MY2022/23 due to high fertilizer costs and limited acreage expansion.
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Jamaica Sugar Report
Jamaica’s raw sugar production in Marketing Year (MY)2021/2022 was 40,450 MT, eight percent lower than the previous MY.
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Guatemala Sugar Report
In marketing year 2022/2023, Guatemala is forecast to produce 2.6 million metric tons of sugar from sugarcane from a harvested area of 258,000 hectares.
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Costa Rica Sugar Report
FAS/San José expects Costa Rican sugar cane production in marketing year 2021/22 to fall by 2 percent – remaining just below 4 million metric tons – driving sugar production down 2 percent to 416,000 metric tons on lower projected yields.
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Australia Sugar Report
Australia’s sugar production is forecast to increase to 4.45 million metric tons (MMT) in marketing year (MY) 2022/23, from an estimated 4.12 MMT in MY 2021/22.
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Unilever Blockchain for Deforestation Free Palm Oil
SAP, Unilever pilot blockchain technology supporting deforestation-free palm oil
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Palm Oil Company Appoints Orangutan to its Board
First company to appoint a non-human to its board.
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Unique Ingredient Strengthens Bamboo
Once used to preserve bodies, plastination now strengthens biocomposites
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Chitofoam Bioplastic as Alternative to EPS
American design studio develops Styrofoam substitute from plastic-eating mealworms
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Bioplastic Feedstock Report by TotalEnergies Corbion
Sustainable sourcing of feedstocks for bioplastics. Clarifying sustainability aspects around feedstock use for the production of bioplastics
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Biomass Expiration Date and Decay
This research addresses some of the limitations to storing biomass, like its tendency to decay and expire.
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New Bioplastic from Estonia
The large-scale production of wood-based, fully recyclable plastic might soon become a reality in Estonia
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New Bioplastic Films Made with Black Pepper and Essential Oil
Newly Developed Biodegradable Plastic Offers Higher Tensile Strength Than Plastic Made from Petroleum
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One Step Extraction of Cellulose and Lignin from Palm Oil Waste
One-step extraction of cellulose nanocrystals from high lignin biomass through ammonium persulfate oxidation method
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