Category: Reports & Studies

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  A review of lignin as a precursor for macromonomers: Challenges and opportunities in utilizing agri-food waste

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  March 12, 2025

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  Cyanobacteria microbiomes for bioplastic production: Critical review of key factors and challenges in scaling from laboratory to industry set-ups

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  March 12, 2025

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  Assessing impacts of deploying bio-based isobutene for MTBE production in an existing petrochemical cluster

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  March 12, 2025

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  Biological and chemical synergy in chitin and chitosan production: The role of process sequencing in shrimp shell waste treatment

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  March 12, 2025

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  Bio-based polyester nanocomposites offer high performance and reprocessability

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  March 12, 2025

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  Scientific study confirms no trace of microplastics in soil from d2w plastics (FREE)

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  March 12, 2025

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  Sustainable Production of High-Performance Bioplastics from Agricultural and Industrial Biomass Waste by Integrating Deep Eutectic Solvent (DES) Pretreatment and Acetylation Processes

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  March 12, 2025

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  Closed Loop Partners and U.S. Plastics Pact Identify Top 5 Consumer Product Categories Poised for Near-Term Reuse Success in U.S. Retail

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  March 11, 2025

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  Development of a PLA/PHA-TiO₂ Polymer Blend with Improved Physicochemical and Thermal Properties

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  March 11, 2025

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  China used cooking oil (UCO) report

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  March 11, 2025

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  Tensile strength and fracture surface analysis of polyvinyl alcohol biocomposite filled sengon wood sawdust

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  March 9, 2025

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  Bio-based foams with low density and thermal conductivity through ethyl cellulose and SiO2 stabilized Pickering emulsion templating

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  March 9, 2025

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  The impact of biodegradable plastics on methane and carbon dioxide emissions in soil ecosystems: a Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy approach

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  March 9, 2025

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  Chinese researchers study impact of PBAT and the results are not good

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  March 7, 2025

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  The chronic effects of polyethylene terephthalate and biodegradable polyhydroxybutyrate microplastics on Daphnia magna

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  March 7, 2025

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  Bioplastics and biodegradable plastics: A review of recent advances, feasibility and cleaner production (3rd Paywall)

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  March 7, 2025

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  Lignin-based hydrogels for application in agriculture: A review

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  March 6, 2025

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  Biodegradable microplastics and dissemination of antibiotic resistance genes: an undeniable risk associated with plastic additives (3rd Party PayWall)

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  March 5, 2025

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  Microplastics in Antarctica

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  March 5, 2025

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  Mechanical, morphological, thermal, and fire-retardant properties of sustainable chitosan-lignin based bioplastics (3rd Party Paywall)

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  February 28, 2025

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  Philippines Amends Policy and Allows Expansion of Fuel Ethanol Capacity

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  February 28, 2025

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  Petaluma Reuse Project With Starbucks, The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo (Report)

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  February 27, 2025

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  Navigating China’s Social Media Landscape – A Guide for US Agricultural Exporters

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  February 27, 2025

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  New research leads the shift towards bio-based road paving materials

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  February 24, 2025

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  A review of lignin as a precursor for macromonomers: Challenges and opportunities in utilizing agri-food waste

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  February 21, 2025

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  Biosorption of rhodamine B and sunset yellow dyes on cross-linked chitosan-alginate biocomposite beads: Experimental and theoretical studies

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  February 21, 2025

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  Effects of leachate from disposable plastic takeout containers on the cardiovascular system after thermal contact

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  February 20, 2025

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  Closed Loop Partners Unveils Groundbreaking Findings on Small-Format Packaging Recovery 

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  February 19, 2025

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  Chemistry of bioplastic production by Alcaligenes faecalis NSBN10 using cane molasses: optimization and characterization

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  February 19, 2025

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  Compliance cost of EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation)

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  February 14, 2025

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  EU Deforestation Regulation – Revised Implementation Timeline for 2025

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  February 14, 2025

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  Reusable aminated lignin–based hydrogel biocomposite for effective dye adsorption in wastewater

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  February 12, 2025

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  Science is becoming more and more elitist (FREE)

  Let me share my opinion on this matter because I don’t think it’s a positive evolution in the scientific world. This is a FREE article.

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  February 12, 2025

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  Micro-nano plastics Make Other Pollutants More Dangerous to Plants and Intestinal Cells

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  February 12, 2025

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  The draft ELV report sends mixed signals on circularity 

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  February 7, 2025

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  Integrated biorefinery approach for sustainable production of biodiesel, bioplastics and high value bioproducts from a bloom forming alga, Botryococcus braunii

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  February 6, 2025

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  Whitepaper: How to choose between biobased plastics

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  February 6, 2025

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  Bioplastics: Lack of standardization and clear rules hinders sustainable consumption, says study

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  February 6, 2025

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  Tailoring the structures and properties of biodegradable PBAT blends via reactive graphene oxide

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  February 6, 2025

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  Microbial metabolism in wormcast affected the perturbation on soil organic matter by microplastics under decabromodiphenyl ethane stress

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  February 6, 2025

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  Overview of the Market of Industrial Hemp in the Netherlands and Its Potential as Bio-based Material (Report)

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  February 5, 2025

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  Unlocking the potential of microbes: Concomitant production of polyhydroxyalkanoates and carotenoids

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  February 4, 2025

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  Solo water-gelatinized starch enhances the barrier properties of starch/PBAT

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  February 4, 2025

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  Green fabrication of biodegradable films: Harnessing the cellulosic residue of oat straw

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  February 4, 2025

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  Report highlights photosynthetic microorganisms in sustainable bioplastic production

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  January 30, 2025

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  Sustainable, biodegradable, and recyclable bioplastics derived from renewable carboxymethyl cellulose and waste walnut shell

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  January 28, 2025

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  Microbial solutions for boosting seaweed farming and carbon capture

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  January 28, 2025

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  Marine Plastic Pollution: A breeding ground for disease-causing bacteria

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  January 28, 2025

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  US needs $43B to modernize recycling infrastructure (Report)

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  January 23, 2025

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  From nature to nanotech: Harnessing the power of electrospun polysaccharide-based nanofibers as sustainable packaging

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  January 22, 2025

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  Advances in polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) production from renewable waste materials using halophilic microorganisms: A comprehensive review

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  January 21, 2025

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  Exploiting Latent Microbial Potential for Producing Polyhydroxyalkanoates: A Holistic Approach

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  January 21, 2025

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  Crucial role of pre-treatment in plastic photoreforming for precision upcycling

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  January 20, 2025

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  Stronger, greener superglue: Biodegradable polymer outperforms commercial options

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  January 20, 2025

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  Biodegradable plastics still threaten marine life and ecosystems, study warns (Azerbaijan)

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  January 18, 2025

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  Transformative Pathways for U.S. Industry: Unlocking American Innovation

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  January 18, 2025

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  Portugal Agricultural Biotechnology Report

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  January 16, 2025

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  A one-step and solvent-free strategy for high lignin-containing polyurethane elastomers with excellent mechanical and shape memory performance

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  January 14, 2025

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  Environment Report: Compostable Bags Still Not Compostable

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  January 14, 2025

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  AEPW releases new mechanical recycling ‘playbook’

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  January 13, 2025

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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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  January 13, 2025

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  Canada Plastics Pact 2023-24 Impact Report

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  January 13, 2025

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  Researchers in South Korea cultivate honeybee moth enzymes to combat plastic waste

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  January 13, 2025

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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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  January 12, 2025

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  Catalytic oxidation upcycling of polyethylene terephthalate to commodity carboxylic acids

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  January 11, 2025

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  Compostable Biopolymers Market Growth Powered by Eco-Friendly Packaging and Agricultural Applications.

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  January 11, 2025

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  Carbon Dioxide Upgrading to Biodegradable Plastics through Photo/Electro-Synthetic Biohybrid Systems

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  January 11, 2025

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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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  January 11, 2025

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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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  January 11, 2025

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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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  January 11, 2025

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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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  January 9, 2025

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  America Can Recycle 90% of Wind Turbine Mass, According to New DOE Report

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  January 6, 2025

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  New study shows miscanthus’ greater potential for productivity, economic returns

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  January 4, 2025

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  Mexico Agricultural Biotechnology Annual

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  January 3, 2025

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  Health, Economic Costs of Exposure to 3 Chemicals in Plastic: $1.5T in a Year, Study Shows

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  December 23, 2024

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  Scientists unveil first-of-its-kind plastic alternative that could shake up the packaging industry — here’s why it’s important

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  December 23, 2024

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  US Plastic Pact Impact Report

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  December 22, 2024

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  New Zealand Government on Track to Legislate Agriculture Out of Emissions Trading Scheme

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  December 17, 2024

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  Criminal activities in the global plastic waste trade

  The Italian crime syndicate is overly active in the plastic industry

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  December 17, 2024

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  Ultra-strong and solvent-resistant lignin-based non-isocyanate polyurethane adhesives: One-pot strategy toward versatile bonding

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  December 16, 2024

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  E. coli bacteria boosted for chemical production

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  December 14, 2024

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  Researchers reveal key factors behind Japan’s plastic waste removal rates in rivers

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  December 14, 2024

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  Improvement in the toughness and compatibility of poly(lactic acid)/starch acetoacetate through reactive melt-kneading with amine-modified silicone

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  December 14, 2024

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  Nano-Scale Insights into the Optimization of Bioplastic Blends

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  December 14, 2024

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  Chemical upcycling of PBA

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  December 12, 2024

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  Is recycled plastic clean enough? (Wageningen University)

  Recycled plastic is more toxic for human health than virgin plastics … but that the European Commission has forgotten to take into consideration in their green circular economy greenwashing bullshagga.

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  December 11, 2024

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  Unveiling the potential of dual-extrinsic/intrinsic self-healing lignin-based coatings for anticorrosion applications

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  December 10, 2024

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  Canada biofuels report

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  December 9, 2024

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  Humidity Resistant Biodegradable Starch Foams Reinforced with Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB) and Chitosan

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  December 9, 2024

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  The impact of the structural transformation mechanism of fulvic acid on redox capacity during composting with different biowastes

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  December 9, 2024

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  How do PHA aged by aerobic compost interact with steroidal estrogens to alter their adsorption and transport characteristics? Kinetics, isotherms, and influencing factors

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  December 7, 2024

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  Japan Agricultural Biotechnology report

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  December 6, 2024

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  EU Plastic Recyclers Roadmap

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  December 5, 2024

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  Study Finds Misleading Claims in South Korea’s Biodegradable Plastics Market

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  December 5, 2024

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  State of Bioplastics in Australia report

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  December 5, 2024

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  New way to make an existing bio-based plastic alternative even safer for the environment

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  December 3, 2024

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  Eastman’s Bioplastic Foam Aces Tests

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  November 27, 2024

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  Hong Kong Agricultural Biotechnology Report

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  November 26, 2024

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  China Used Cooking Oils Export Tax Rebate Terminated (Report)

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  November 26, 2024

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  Nano-Scale Insights into the Optimization of Bioplastic Blends

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  November 26, 2024