Category: Universities, Institutes & Labs
Researchers develop biodegradable polymers that are traceable without toxic contrast agents
Putting an End to Plastic Separation Anxiety
Bioactive composite supports healing of broken bones
NCRM article on Chemical Recycling
Compostable capsules most sustainable option for single serve coffee units (WUR)
Project to convert PE(T) waste into PHA and PHBV
Cassava: Colombia’s hidden treasure on the path to bioplastic revolution
ORNL scientists close the cycle on recycling mixed plastics
Chemist Unlocks Plastic Alternatives Using Proteins and Clothing Scraps
Bioplastics from manure
Belgian University develops new technique to convert CO2 into plastics
Clemson Launches Compostable Packaging Research Initiative
Algae-Based Manufacturing System Uses Co2 To Create Eco-Friendly Plastic
Bioplastics creates microplastics and contaminate farmlands (WUR study)
Braskem Announces Partnership With Northwestern University for the Development of CO2Â Conversion Technology
Aimplas to develop PHA packaging from beer waste
Saudi Arabia and China partner on biodegradable plastics
Lignin & Cellulose Painting & Coating Textiles, Fashion, Sports and Footwear Universities, Institutes & Labs
Lignin Coating for Geotextiles
AIMPLAS turns poultry feather waste into foams
From sludge to fuel: Researchers are getting ready to produce green oil in Denmark
Dutch project BIOTTEK aims to develop new biopolyester with 6.6 million EUR investment
UW–Madison project combines art, policy and science to plant-based plastics
Purdue team examines bio-impact of forever chemicals
Marine bacteria take a bite at plastic pollution
University of Alberta Researcher develops better ways to convert CO2 and biofuel byproducts into valuable chemicals
New biobased recyclable polyesters exhibiting excellent tensile properties beyond polyethylene and polypropylene
CU Boulder Says no to compostable plastics
UConn student develops mycelium surfboards
CU Boulder uses coffee for 3D printing
Qatar University researchers develop innovative nanomaterial from date palm waste
The role of switchgrass in the bioeconomy
Bursting bubbles move microplastics from the ocean to the atmosphere
New Pipeline Makes Valuable Organic Acid from Plants — Saving Money and Emissions
Japanese scientists find microplastics are present in clouds
Wood waste transformed into transparent, anti-fog coating
Investigating the role of greener plastics for Japan’s carbon neutral goals
Researchers develops biodegradable plastic alternative using discarded coffee grounds
New deep-sea enzyme breaks down PET plastic
Scientists reveal the date Earth will face a mass extinction that wipes out all humans
Transforming plastic waste into detergents with dirty process
London Design Students Showcase Renewable, Circular Products
UK’s first pilot plant for recycling plastic lab waste
New bio-based glues from Purdue form adhesive bonds that grow stronger in water
Salt water-degradable plastics to help oceans
The green power of fungi
University of Waterloo Bioplastic Startup
Miami University uses AI for composting
University of Florida Breakthrough on Chemical Recycling
URI researchers’ paper adds to understanding around ethanol production (FREE)
Cheaper, Greener Bio-Plastic Research Succeeds (Video) (Free)
Polyurethane is widely used in daily life, so eco-friendly synthesis boosts utilization
New recycling process could find markets for ‘junk’ plastic waste
Biodegradability of plastics: Discussion paper
Manitoba researchers develop environmentally-friendly plastic substitute
Bio- and chemocatalysis combined for green chemistry
Making bioplastics that are easier to compost
Electrochemical device captures carbon dioxide at the flick of a switch
Lignin separation method could make renewable material profitable
Self-healing plastic becomes biodegradable
Tufts University Research on Bioplastics
Imaging shows how solar-powered microbes turn CO2 into bioplastic
Creating a canola-based plastic alternative
Physicists Discover an Exotic Material Made of Bosons
Biodegradable & Compostable Marine Degradable Marketing & Communications PLA Universities, Institutes & Labs
Compostability Claims of PLA at risk (FREE)
Harnessing synthetic biology to make sustainable alternatives to petroleum products
Australia & New Zealand Biodegradable & Compostable Marine Degradable Reports & Studies Universities, Institutes & Labs
University of Queensland tests whether bioplastics breaks down in Moreton Bay
New US biodegradable plastics are compostable in your backyard
Opportunity for Chemicals and Fuels From Carbon Dioxide: Researchers Assess Roadblocks for Industrial Deployment of CO2 Electrolysis
The future of recycling could one day mean dissolving plastic with electricity
Enviro collaborating with Chalmers on next generation recycling technology
Leipzig research team develops process for bio-based nylon
Clean, sustainable fuels made ‘from thin air’ and plastic waste
The Making of BioHome3D – The World’s First 100% Biobased 3D Printed Home (Video)
Reductive catalytic fractionation: state of the art of the lignin-first biorefinery
New living lab Biobased Boulevard to encourage use of natural building materials
Indian Government Launches Bioplastic Bag
New Bioplastics Centre of Excellence in India
Virginia Tech to demonstrate modular bioprocess system for manufacturing consumer bioplastic products from food wastes
