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Nova and GreenMantra Partner on Plastic Bag Recycling
View article: Nova and GreenMantra Partner on Plastic Bag RecyclingNOVA Chemicals and GREENMANTRA Pave the Way to Circularity in Ontario
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Worlds Largest Plastic Spill
View article: Worlds Largest Plastic SpillUN Report on world’s largest plastic spill on record
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Glad Goes Ocean Plastic Bag
View article: Glad Goes Ocean Plastic BagGlad partners with Oceanworks to launch Australia’s first ocean plastic bin liner
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IKEA to Stop Plastic Packaging
View article: IKEA to Stop Plastic PackagingIKEA to phase out plastic from consumer packaging by 2028
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Best Biobased Alternative for BPA (FREE)
View article: Best Biobased Alternative for BPA (FREE)While BPA debate is continuing, it has been designated as an endocrine disruptor. Finding alternative to BPA is highly desirable nowadays to the manufactures, brand owners and, more importantly, to consumers. This is a FREE article.
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APR Recycling Demand Champions Program 2021
View article: APR Recycling Demand Champions Program 2021The APR Recycling Demand Champions Program plays a prominent role to strengthen domestic demand for residential mixed plastics, mitigate reliance on export markets, and enable the growth of the circular economy.
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Good Natured Results Q3 2021
View article: Good Natured Results Q3 2021good natured Products Inc. Announces Financial Results for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021
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Agricultural Biotechnology Reports
View article: Agricultural Biotechnology ReportsAgricultural Biotechnology Reports for the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Pakistan and South Korea
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DOE Funds CO2 Reduction Projects for Manufacturing Sector
View article: DOE Funds CO2 Reduction Projects for Manufacturing SectorDepartment of Energy Awards over $16 Million for 23 Projects that will Reduce Carbon Emissions Across the Manufacturing Sector
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Justice for Waste Pickers in Kenya (FREE)
View article: Justice for Waste Pickers in Kenya (FREE)Clean Up Kenya has teamed up with Nairobi Recyclers to launch a ‘Justice for Waste Pickers’ campaign to draw attention to the plight of informal waste pickers across the country and to push the government to institute legislative and structural interventions to address this urgent problem.
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Novolex Eco Products Gets GreenScreen Certified
View article: Novolex Eco Products Gets GreenScreen CertifiedEco-Products Earns GreenScreen Certification for Plant-Based Packaging with No PFAS Added
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Shell Polymer Trends Report 2021
View article: Shell Polymer Trends Report 2021A 2021 Polymer Trends Report to show you exactly how industry shifts will affect polyethylene production.
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SSuchy Project Update
View article: SSuchy Project UpdateEuropean Ssuchy Project Update After 4 Years Of Work
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Salmon Sperm Bioplastics
View article: Salmon Sperm BioplasticsA new plastic made from salmon sperm has been invented by Chinese scientists
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Danimer Breaks Ground of New Plant
View article: Danimer Breaks Ground of New PlantGov. Brian Kemp made a stop in Southwest Georgia for Danimer Scientific’s groundbreaking ceremony in Bainbridge
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Stora Enso Biobased Foam for Packaging
View article: Stora Enso Biobased Foam for PackagingStora Enso is extending its packaging offering with a new portfolio of bio-based foams from wood.
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SABIC Advanced Recycled Ocean Plastic
View article: SABIC Advanced Recycled Ocean PlasticSabic Creates The First Certified Circular Polymers From Advanced Recycling Of Recovered Ocean-Bound Plastic
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French Law on Eco Organisms for Waste Management
View article: French Law on Eco Organisms for Waste ManagementOrder of 8 October 2021 relating to the approval procedure for coordinating bodies for extended producer responsibility
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EBA Biomethane Report
View article: EBA Biomethane ReportNew report highlights biomethane ramp-up and best pathways for full renewable gas deployment
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Green Transformation by University of Tokyo
View article: Green Transformation by University of TokyoIn the “UTokyo Compass,” a statement of the guiding principles of the University of Tokyo, which was made public on October 1, 2021, the University of Tokyo has positioned Green Transformation (GX) as one of the pillars of its action plan, which includes leading international GX.
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Mitsubishi Chemical Joins Energy Transition Initiative
View article: Mitsubishi Chemical Joins Energy Transition InitiativeMitsubishi Chemical Corporation announces that it has joined the ETI-CGC (Energy Transition Initiative-Center for Global Commons), an initiative launched by the Center for Global Commons (CGC) at the University of Tokyo and Japanese companies.
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Recycling Association Appoints Head of UK Traqa
View article: Recycling Association Appoints Head of UK TraqaTraqa is a collaborative platform that automates the transfer of information between all parties in the recycling supply chain, ensuring regulatory compliance at each stage.
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Alameda County Goes Out Landfills
View article: Alameda County Goes Out LandfillsCounty supervisors opt in to law to keep food waste, compostables out of landfills
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Participation Call for Hemicellulose Valorization via Furfural 
View article: Participation Call for Hemicellulose Valorization via Furfural Biorizon co-initiator TNO is looking for parties that are seeking to increase the valorization potential of their residual hemicellulose via versatile platform molecule furfural.
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Inca Renewables Plant Update
View article: Inca Renewables Plant UpdateMedicine Hat shortlisted for major hemp product processing plant
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Ravago and Schutzen Partner on Biobased Polymers
View article: Ravago and Schutzen Partner on Biobased PolymersSCHUTZEN Chemical group announces Ravago Chemicals as an exclusive distributor Textile & Coatings chemicals in Turkey
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Amcor Sustainability Report 2021
View article: Amcor Sustainability Report 2021Sustainability is Amcor’s most exciting opportunity
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Amnesty International on Carbon Markets
View article: Amnesty International on Carbon MarketsCop26: States Risk Bulldozing Human Rights Of People Most Affected By The Climate Crisis
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Re-Introducing Sugar Beets in Scotland
View article: Re-Introducing Sugar Beets in ScotlandA Just Transition for the Chemicals Sector and a Net Zero Solution for Manufacturing
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Lactips Wins INPI Award
View article: Lactips Wins INPI AwardProludic, Bioret Agri, Hoffmann Green, Lactips and Energysquare were crowned winners of the INPI Trophies on Thursday, November 25, during a ceremony at the Elysée Montmartre
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APCO Report on Achieving Packaging Targets
View article: APCO Report on Achieving Packaging TargetsApco Launches Major New Report Outlining Actions Required To Achieve The 2025 National Packaging Targets
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Auburn University R&D on 3D Printing Biomass for Housing
View article: Auburn University R&D on 3D Printing Biomass for HousingAuburn University researchers part of interdisciplinary team seeking to make strides in future manufacturing, including homes constructed via 3D printing
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Tasmanian Government Goes Composting
View article: Tasmanian Government Goes CompostingDulverton Organics project to help manage compostable waste
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New Lignin Based Material Made in Sweden
View article: New Lignin Based Material Made in SwedenResearchers at Stockholm University have developed a resource-efficient method to produce new lignin-based materials that can be thermally reprocessed and used to substitute thermosetting resins and adhesives.
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EcoSynthetix DuraBind Business Update
View article: EcoSynthetix DuraBind Business UpdateEcoSynthetix Announces Ongoing Commercial DuraBind™ Volumes with Top 15 Wood Composites Manufacturer and Leading Retailer
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New Catalyst Strategy for Bio Chemicals
View article: New Catalyst Strategy for Bio ChemicalsA team of researchers from the U.S. National Science Foundation Center for Sustainable Polymers based at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities have developed a chemical technology of combined fermentation and chemical refining that can produce petroleum-like liquids from renewable plants
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US Partnership for Sustainable Polyurethane
View article: US Partnership for Sustainable PolyurethaneBroad-based scientific team from government, academia and industry joins forces to identify new opportunities to reduce the environmental impact of polyurethane — one of the most widely used but little recycled plastic materials
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French Government Report on Bulk Foods
View article: French Government Report on Bulk FoodsFrench Government published results of 3 studies on environmental impacts, health risks and the selling price of bulk food
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SKC, Daesang and LX Partner on PBAT
View article: SKC, Daesang and LX Partner on PBATSKC (SK Group), food company Daesang and trading company LX International create a joint venture.
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Global Fibre Impact Explorer by Google
View article: Global Fibre Impact Explorer by GoogleHelping fashion brands make more sustainable decisions
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Shell Invests in Chemical Recycling in Singapore
View article: Shell Invests in Chemical Recycling in SingaporeInvestment In Shell Energy And Chemicals Park Singapore To Bring Circular Chemicals To Asia Pacific Customers
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GMO Crops Reduce GHG Emissions
View article: GMO Crops Reduce GHG EmissionsGMO crops reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Canadian study finds
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Converting Food Waste into Bandages
View article: Converting Food Waste into BandagesNTU Singapore scientists develop antibacterial gel bandage using durian husk. Gel works even at freezing temperatures and contains natural antimicrobial compounds derived from yeast
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Goldman Sachs on Net Zero Transition
View article: Goldman Sachs on Net Zero TransitionGoldman Sachs on accelerating the Net Zero Transition
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EuroNews Documentary on Metgen
View article: EuroNews Documentary on MetgenEnzymes and wood biomolecules, a winning combo for sustainable packaging
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Ice Cube Revolution
View article: Ice Cube RevolutionAmericans reinvent ice cubes that could transform cold storage.
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New Eco Design Committee in France
View article: New Eco Design Committee in FranceNew technical committee on the behavior of packaging in sorting centers in France
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Stora Enso Biobased Meal Trays
View article: Stora Enso Biobased Meal TraysBetter recycling properties for Stora Enso’s low-carbon Trayforma range for ready meals
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EU Recyclers on EU Waste Shipment Regulation Revision
View article: EU Recyclers on EU Waste Shipment Regulation RevisionRevision of the Waste Shipment Regulation – One size fits all export restrictions can end EU circular economy ambitions
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Volkswagen Goes Biobased
View article: Volkswagen Goes BiobasedVW is working on the biomaterials of the future
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Stora Enso Trees to Batteries
View article: Stora Enso Trees to BatteriesWe produce bio-based carbon called Lignode® by Stora Enso, used for sustainable electrification.
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Lummus and Phigenesis Partner on Chemical Recycling
View article: Lummus and Phigenesis Partner on Chemical RecyclingLummus Signs LOI with Phigenesis for Recycling of Waste Plastics to Petrochemical Feedstock Materials
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Australia & New Zealand, Chemical & Advanced Recycling, Chemical Recycling Partnerships, Reports & Studies
Feasibility Study Australian Chemical Recycling
View article: Feasibility Study Australian Chemical RecyclingReport on the findings from the joint feasibility study to determine the technical, economic, and environmental benefits of a local advanced recycling industry
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Shell Plastics to Asphalt Video
View article: Shell Plastics to Asphalt VideoThe revolutionary asphalt mix contains a specially engineered asphalt additive derived from 100% recycled plastics, allowing for lower energy use and carbon emissions during asphalt production and installation, while simultaneously reducing plastic waste.
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TotalEnergies and Suriname Partner on Forestry Carbon Sinks
View article: TotalEnergies and Suriname Partner on Forestry Carbon SinksTotalEnergies Partners with the Government of Suriname to Contribute to Preserve Forests as Carbon Sinks
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Cellulose Glitter
View article: Cellulose GlitterCambridge researchers have developed a sustainable, plastic-free glitter for use in the cosmetics industry – made from the cellulose found in plants, fruits, vegetables and wood pulp.
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BlackRock CEO on Climate Risks and Opportunities
View article: BlackRock CEO on Climate Risks and OpportunitiesHow can investors address the issues of climate and nature while creating new opportunities for green growth?
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From Clothes to Roads
View article: From Clothes to RoadsDiverse partners have come together to create a circular system to reuse the untapped resource of unwanted clothing and textiles.
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France Adopts Glasgow COP 26 Pact
View article: France Adopts Glasgow COP 26 PactPress release of French government – Adoption of the Glasgow pact
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New South Wales to Ban SUP
View article: New South Wales to Ban SUPSingle-use plastics banned under new law
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Israeli Edible Emulsion
View article: Israeli Edible EmulsionAn edible, biodegradable, water-based emulsion composed of wholly natural food ingredients.
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Electrodes Made from Lignin
View article: Electrodes Made from LigninThe manufacture of wood-based electrodes
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Bioplastics from Biomass DNA and Ionomers
View article: Bioplastics from Biomass DNA and IonomersSustainable Bioplastic Made from Biomass DNA and Ionomers
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US Government on Plastic Treaty
View article: US Government on Plastic TreatySecretary Antony J. Blinken at an Ocean Plastics Event
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Great Wrap Launches Compostable Catering Wrap
View article: Great Wrap Launches Compostable Catering WrapGreat Wrap has launched its Australian-made compostable catering wrap
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MCAM and Celanese Partner on Recycled POM
View article: MCAM and Celanese Partner on Recycled POMCelanese and Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials to Collaborate on Recycled POM Product Offering
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ABB and Zume Partner on Compostable Packaging
View article: ABB and Zume Partner on Compostable PackagingAgreement for creation of 100 percent compostable packaging made from plant-based agricultural material
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LG Chem and CS Caltex Partner on Bio Materials
View article: LG Chem and CS Caltex Partner on Bio MaterialsLG Chem-GS Caltex Signs Joint Development Agreement for Eco-friendly Materials
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Launch of Recycled Material Standard Certification
View article: Launch of Recycled Material Standard CertificationRecycled Material Standard Launches Today, Helping to Advance the Use of Recycled Materials
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Meijer and Dow Partner on Plastic Waste Asphalt
View article: Meijer and Dow Partner on Plastic Waste AsphaltMeijer brings recycled plastic bags full circle to Michigan store parking lot in pilot program using Dow technology
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Mountain View to Ban Plastic Foodware
View article: Mountain View to Ban Plastic FoodwareMountain View bans plastic food ware for all restaurants starting in 2023
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Berry and PureCyle Partner on Chemical Recycling
View article: Berry and PureCyle Partner on Chemical RecyclingBerry Signs Largest Contract for Advanced Recycled Material as Brand Owner Sustainability Goals and Consumer Demand Grow
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Southern Illinois University Research on Bioplastics
View article: Southern Illinois University Research on BioplasticsSIU researchers aim to turn trash from coffee, tea into biodegradable plastic treasure
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Engineered Microorganisms for PET Waste
View article: Engineered Microorganisms for PET WasteResearchers Engineer Microorganisms To Tackle PET Plastic Pollution
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China Consultation on GMO
View article: China Consultation on GMOChina: MARA Solicits Comments on Revisions to the Administrative Measures for the Safety Assessment of Agricultural GMOs
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Omya Launches OmyaLoop
View article: Omya Launches OmyaLoopOmyaloop – Our Contribution to Circular Economy
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EU Plastic Converters Sound the Alarm
View article: EU Plastic Converters Sound the AlarmRisk of devastating crisis in the plastics supply chain
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Ellen MacArthur Progress Report 2021
View article: Ellen MacArthur Progress Report 2021Global Commitment 2021 Progress Report shows use of virgin plastic has peaked for signatories
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Roctool and CEA Partner on Biobased Solar Panels
View article: Roctool and CEA Partner on Biobased Solar PanelsROCTOOL and CEA create the first bio-based and 100% recyclable photovoltaic panels
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SABIC Launches New Biobased Resins
View article: SABIC Launches New Biobased ResinsSabic Announces World’s First Bio-Based, Certified Renewable High-Performance Amorphous Polymer To Support Customer Sustainability Goals
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Shell Marketing for Sustainable Plastics
View article: Shell Marketing for Sustainable PlasticsMany NGOs believe that Shell is one of the most important greenwashers.
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ALPLA New Asia Pacific Region
View article: ALPLA New Asia Pacific RegionReorganisation enables bundling of competences and resources
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Deloitte Ranks Good Natured Among Fastest Growing Clean Technology Companies
View article: Deloitte Ranks Good Natured Among Fastest Growing Clean Technology CompaniesDeloitte Ranks good natured Products Inc. Among the Fastest Growing Clean Technology Companies in North America
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EU Commission Initiatives on Deforestation, Waste Management and Soil
View article: EU Commission Initiatives on Deforestation, Waste Management and SoilEuropean Green Deal: Commission adopts new proposals to stop deforestation, innovate sustainable waste management and make soils healthy for people, nature and climate
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PLA Heat Shrink Capsules (FREE)
View article: PLA Heat Shrink Capsules (FREE)This article has been written with the purpose to help packaging decision makers to navigate through the information concerning thermo shrinkable plastic for bottling applications. It highlights the pros and cons of each thermo plastic option for the bottling industry to enable a well informed decision. This is a FREE article
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Washington State PFAS Action Plan
View article: Washington State PFAS Action PlanThe state Department of Ecology is rolling out its new PFAS Chemical Action Plan (CAP), a thoroughly researched set of recommendations intended to reduce uses and releases of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
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DOE Insights on Algae Crop Protection
View article: DOE Insights on Algae Crop ProtectionThe U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) hosted a virtual workshop on algae crop protection on April 20–21, 2021.
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Molecular Recycling Assessment in US and Canada
View article: Molecular Recycling Assessment in US and CanadaAssessing Molecular Recycling Technologies in the United States and Canada
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EFSA Opinion, Protocol and Consultation on Phthalates
View article: EFSA Opinion, Protocol and Consultation on PhthalatesEFSA published Phthalates draft opinion and exposure protocol open for public consultation
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Underestimated Health Risks of Phthalates
View article: Underestimated Health Risks of PhthalatesFood safety authorities may have missed the ball when it comes to phthalates safety
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Sensor to Detect Water Soluble Polymers in Wastewater
View article: Sensor to Detect Water Soluble Polymers in WastewaterIdentification of Water-Soluble Polymers through Discrimination of Multiple Optical Signals from a Single Peptide Sensor
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EPA Strategy to Transform US Recycling
View article: EPA Strategy to Transform US Recycling2021 Strategy to tackle major recycling challenges, and address climate change and legacy waste issues in overburdened communities for first time in Agency history
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Danimer Scientific Third Quarter 2021 Results
View article: Danimer Scientific Third Quarter 2021 ResultsDanimer Scientific Announces Third Quarter 2021 Results
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Ocean Plastic Harvester Completes Prototype Testing
View article: Ocean Plastic Harvester Completes Prototype TestingOcean “Plastic Harvester” Completes Prototype Testing
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Mondelez Joins Circulate Capital Ocean Fund
View article: Mondelez Joins Circulate Capital Ocean FundMondelēz International Invests In Circulate Capital’s Ocean Fund To Advance Global Efforts In Plastic Waste Collection And Recycling
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California New Green Laws Summary
View article: California New Green Laws SummarySummary of the recently adopted green laws in California
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Timberland Goes Biobased Eyewear
View article: Timberland Goes Biobased EyewearTimberland’s Eyewear Looks Good and Supports the Environment
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Deforestation Raises Surface Temperature
View article: Deforestation Raises Surface TemperatureDeforestation-induced surface warming is influenced by the fragmentation and spatial extent of forest loss in Maritime Southeast Asia
