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Bioplastics are a fake solution (Greenpeace)
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USask researchers develop eggshell ‘bioplastic’ pellet as sustainable alternative to plastic
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The promise and potential of hemp bioplastic packaging
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One of India’s first bioplastic plant inaugurated
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Earth Day on Global Plastics Treaty
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Toy Industry is going green
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Miniature furniture 3D printed using ink made from recycled wood
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Better Earth introduces compostable catering trays
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‘There shouldn’t be an international tradeable unit of biodiversity’: The Nature Conservancy CEO
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U.S. Department of Energy Announces $18.8 Million to Advance Mixed Algae Development for Low-Carbon Biofuels and Bioproducts
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UW–Madison biochemist wins prestigious forestry prize for discoveries that support sustainable energy and product innovations
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Highly cited researcher Prof. Yong Sik Ok’s groundbreaking work in sustainable plastic management
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Bioplastics: What they are, and are not (The Business Standard)
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Ohio Hemp Company signs contract to grow hemp for bioplastics
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Awarded research on lignin foam as a fossil-free insulation material
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Terravive rolls out next wave of compostable food-service products
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Nordic Bioproducts Group and PTT MCC Biochem partner on bioplastic
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Bioplastics creates a composting conundrum
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Mura and Ghent University partner on chemical recycling
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Bcomp Closes CHF 36M (US $40M) Series C Funding
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Latest Volvo goes for biobased materials
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Does Compostable Packaging Actually Break Down? Composting Consortium Reveals Groundbreaking Findings from Largest Field Test in North America
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Researchers grasp at biodegradable straws to stop the decline of lab-grown coral reef
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CJ Biomaterials Introduces Two Revolutionary PHACT™ PHA-Based Compounds for Compostable Film Packaging
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Replacing plastics with alternatives is worse for greenhouse gas emissions in most cases, study finds
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New environmentally-friendly growing materials to be developed for food production
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Futerro and Tereos Partner on PLA
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Large quantities of ivory are still illegally traded online in the EU
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Roadmap to a global ocean free from harmful impacts of pollution
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85% of People Want Global Ban on Single-Use Plastics (WWF)
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Zeon and Visolis collaborating on commercialization of bio-isoprene monomers
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Chemicals Made From Wood For A World Beyond Fossil Fuel (Forbes)
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Using CO2 and biomass, FAMU-FSU researchers find path to more environmentally friendly recyclable plastics
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Fellowships support student research on compostable cutlery, sustainable solutions, and shorebird conservation
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Sabert launches compostable protein and produce trays
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Berry Group achieves 86% reusable, recyclable, or compostable packaging
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The role of multi-walled carbon nanotubes in enhancing the hydrolysis and thermal stability of PLA
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Japanese Team Create Biodegradable Plastic Fit For Industrial Use
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PLA is Not the Solution
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GESA launches EPS LinkedIn discussion forum for UN Plastic Treaty
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Hyosung invests $1bn in green raw materials for ‘bio-spandex’
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‘False climate solution’: NGOs push South Korea to drop renewables subsidies for biomass
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Oceana report exposes Amazon plastic packaging waste
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Formerra and Evonik extend partnership
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DOE Announces $18.8 Million to Advance Mixed Algae Development for Biofuels and Bioproducts
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Everything you need to know for the fourth round of global plastic pollution treaty talks
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Exploring the hidden environmental pollution of microplastics derived from bioplastics: A review
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NatureWorks and IMA Announce Turn-Key Compostable Coffee Pod Solution Compatible for North America
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Teknor Apex and UBQ Materials Strengthen Partnership
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Borealis invests EUR 4.5 million in Porvoo steam cracker, enabling increased share of circular raw materials used in production
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Borealis further expands its advanced mechanical recycling capacity with closing the acquisition of Integra Plastics AD
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CropEnergies AG to build green ethyl acetate plant in Europe
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NGO Letter to EU: EU must protect the oceans by applying the polluter pays principle to waste from wastewater networks
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What you need to know about the plastic crisis
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Big brands like P&G and Nestlé say chemical recycling will help meet environmental goals, but the technology is struggling to deliver (NY Times)
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CJ Cheil Jedang is speeding up the commercialization of PHA
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Ending plastic pollution (WWF)
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Enhancing photocatalytic destruction of lignin via cellulose derived carbon quantum dots/g-C3N4 heterojunctions
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Plant-based plastics drastically reduce microplastic pollution
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Enhancing sustainability in concrete construction: A comprehensive review of plastic waste as an aggregate material
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The Rise of Biodegradable Thin Films: Impact and Innovation Across Industries
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Aliplast to build chemical recycling plant in Italy
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Kraft Heinz Faces Shareholder Vote On Its ‘Deceptive’ Recycling Labels
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Promotion of levoglucosan production from biomass pyrolysis by hydrogen peroxide pre-oxidation
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Kari-Out® Launches First Ever Compostable Condiment Packet
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Panda Biotech starts commercial operations at its flagship Panda Hemp Gin
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Nestlé, L’Oréal and P&G recycling commitments at risk in US
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Making furniture with paper machines – VTT and ISKU have created a novel biocomposite chair from cellulose
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US State deploys AI system to separate compostables from trash
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EarthChoice at the center of social media controversy
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Extracellular polymeric substances as paper coating biomaterials derived from anaerobic granular sludge
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Brazil: Sustainable Agriculture Programs in Brazil- Past Present and Future
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Biodegradable & Compostable, Events, Textiles, Fashion, Sports and Footwear, Universities, Institutes & LabsUS Expo: Compostable, plant-based and biodegradable materials in clothing, accessories, jewelry and art
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Mature compost promotes biodegradable plastic degradation and reduces greenhouse gas emission during food waste composting
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Plant-based plastic releases nine times less microplastics than conventional plastic
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Gaia Biomaterials secure $5 million rights issue
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The Cleantech Group on biodegradable plastics
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Poland startup unveils compostable material from potato starch
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Emerging role of waste lignin-derived materials for energy storage
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What is chemical recycling? (EHN)
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New Bill to Ban Advanced / Chemical Plastic Recycling in US
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Development of a biodegradable packaging with antimicrobial properties from cassava starch by incorporating Ocimum tenuiflorum extract
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OrganoClick Develops Biobased Binders Based on Shrimp Shells and Cellulose
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The environmental impacts of reusable rice packaging
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World’s First Compostable Oil Absorbents Now Available to Consumer Market
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10 New Biodegradable Packaging Solutions Advancing Sustainability
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UK startup Bpacks unveils bioplastics from bark
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Effect of polydimethylsiloxane on the structure and barrier properties of starch/PBAT composite films
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EU Biodiesel Industry publishes 2024 Manifesto
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Eggland’s Best faces legal action in US over greenwashing recyclability claims
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China: Climate Reports Highlight Agriculture
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