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India’s first PLA bioplastics plant to start operations soon
https://www.cnbctv18.com/business/balrampur-chini-pla-bioplastics-plant-operations-19742553.htm
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Sasol International Chemicals Targets Growth in Bio-Based Surfactants Through Insect Oil Innovation
https://www.chemanalyst.com/NewsAndDeals/NewsDetails/sasol-international-chemicals-eyes-growth-in-bio-based-surfactants-with-insect-oil-39861
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Do microbes prefer biodegradable plastic?
https://sciworthy.com/do-microbes-prefer-biodegradable-plastic
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Berkeley company says it is creating a new kind of plastic
https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/national-international/futurebio-berkeley-company-create-new-plastic/6382017
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Catia Bastioli: the circular bioeconomy requires an integrated approach
https://www.renewablematter.eu/en/catia-bastioli-circular-bioeconomy-requires-integrated-approach
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TotalEnergies Corbion adds recycled content to Luminy PLA bags
https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/totalenergies-corbion-recycled-pla-bags.html
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Nexam Chemical enables lightweight materials in bio-based plastics – together with Verdofoam®
https://news.cision.com/nexam-chemical/r/nexam-chemical-enables-lightweight-materials-in-bio-based-plastics—together-with-verdofoam-,c4258243
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Bill Gates and EU partner to harm Africans with GMOs (Documentary)
Bill Gates has been bribing African governments to develop and test GMOs in Africa with the support of the EU 😂😂😂 … the Horizon program … again?
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The Poshest Belgian Avenue is a landfill
The Avenue Louise is the poshest avenue in the capital of Europe (Brussels, Belgium). Belgians pay more than 55 % income tax and 21 % VAT … but still, the government and the European Commission cannot clean the Avenue properly. The avenue is filthy, full of waste and litter.
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A Hundred International Specialists Address Challenges and Advances in Plastic Material Characterization at CHARPLAST
https://www.azom.com/news.aspx?newsID=64999
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Pakistan -plastic bag ban update
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2575406/sewing-change-one-bag-at-a-time
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Bill Gates changed his climate change narrative
Bill Gates wants to remain relevant but he choose ‘a climate change’ narrative that didn’t make him popular. He’s been associated to obscure conspiracy theories that will stain his reputation until after his death. What a strategic mistake for a man that we once perceived as brilliant.
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Australian scientists have revolutionized the recycling industry by turning plastic into food
Australian scientists have revolutionized the recycling industry by turning plastic into food
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Weak plastic reduction targets expose brands to share price declines and legal risk, study finds
https://www.eco-business.com/news/weak-plastic-reduction-targets-expose-brands-to-share-price-declines-and-legal-risk-study-finds
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California AG Settles With Plastic Bag Manufacturers Over “Recyclable” Claims
https://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=22353d9a-1333-468c-ad76-3bc95cf24392
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ENI linked to espionage scandal?
ENI hired the services of Italian company Equalize. Documents show that Eni paid Equalize €377,000. On paper, Equalize provides services like business intelligence and reputation management. Equalize has been accused of stealing and selling tax data and police information on Italian politicians and businessmen, among others, to its customers. Equalize employee Gallo told the authorities…
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ENI’s unethical biofuel strategy in Africa
What if ENI’s biofuel strategy was not intended to develop biofuels industry but to bribe local stakeholders?
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ENI fined €5m for greenwashing palm oil biodiesel
Italian oil giant Eni has been slapped with a €5 million fine over its greenwashing of palm-oil based diesel as ‘green’. The company ran a major marketing campaign that deceived consumers by claiming its ‘Eni Diesel+’ has a positive impact on the environment, Italy’s advertising watchdog ruled.
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Plastic packaging waste in the EU: 35.3 kg per person
https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/en/web/products-eurostat-news/w/ddn-20251022-1
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Fibrant closes part of Chemelot plants, union fears domino effect
https://www.industrylinqs.com/chemelot/2025/10/fibrant-closes-part-of-chemelot-plants-union-fears-domino-effect
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Artificial Ocean Carbon Recycling System Converts Seawater CO2 into Valuable Chemicals
https://ecomagazine.com/news/research/artificial-ocean-carbon-recycling-system-converts-seawater-co2-into-valuable-chemicals
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Can the plastic recycling industry be saved?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5yv8e0prg9o.amp
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Bill Gates has high stakes in recycling business
16 % of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust is invested in a recycling company. As recycling doesn’t exist … Bill Gates is literally the biggest individual greenwasher on the planet.
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Valorization of White Grape Pomace for Polyhydroxybutyrate Production by Bacillus sp. MUN4
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/396746312_Valorization_of_White_Grape_Pomace_for_Polyhydroxybutyrate_Production_by_Bacillus_sp_MUN4
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Plastic film recycling has a problem with staying power
https://www.packagingdive.com/news/film-recycling-advancements-challenges-mechanical-chemical-closures/803698
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Impact of phosphate limitation on PHBV production and microbial community dynamics fed with synthetic fermentation digestate
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0301479725037351
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Scientists have puzzled over what happens to plastic as it breaks down in the ocean – our new study helps explain the mystery
https://theconversation.com/scientists-have-puzzled-over-what-happens-to-plastic-as-it-breaks-down-in-the-ocean-our-new-study-helps-explain-the-mystery-268305
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Fabrication and structure–function relationship of PLA/PBAT-based biodegradable food-grade films
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2212429225020036
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Cotton Offers a Biodegradable Answer to Fashion’s Microplastic Problem
https://www.ecotextile.com/2025102760500/news/partner/cotton-offers-a-biodegradable-answer-to-fashions-microplastic-problem
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Difference between Chinese and EU Sustainable furniture
While the EU Commission and EU Parliament are talking about and regulating sustainability, the Chinese tackle the sustainability issue straightforward.
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Filipino typhoon victims sue Shell in landmark climate case
https://www.courthousenews.com/filipino-typhoon-victims-sue-shell-in-landmark-climate-case
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Strengthening buyer-supplier relationships for certified sustainable palm oil: the next step for Chinese brands
https://www.eco-business.com/news/strengthening-buyer-supplier-relationships-for-certified-sustainable-palm-oil-the-next-step-for-chinese-brands
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Scientists convert glycerol into bio-derived solvent
https://www.ofimagazine.com/news/scientists-convert-glycerol-into-bio-derived-solvent
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Lignin-Based Wax Inhibitors─Part 2: Effect of Lignin Molecular Weight
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.energyfuels.5c04176
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NEXE Innovations Expands Compostable Coffee Pod Lineup Amid Rising Demand
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/nexe-innovations-expands-compostable-coffee-pod-lineup-amid-rising-demand/ar-AA1OZyMq
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OxBarrier Launches Compostable Coffee Capsules
https://www.packagingdigest.com/food-beverage/oxbarrier-launches-compostable-coffee-capsules
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TotalEnergies fined for “deceptive commercial practices” after claiming to be a “major player in the energy transition”
The Paris District Court ruled that the group misled consumers with its carbon neutrality promises. This is an unprecedented decision against an oil major.
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Strategies for Designing Circular, Sustainable, and Nonpersistent Consumer Plastic Products: A Case Study of Drinking Straws
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.est.5c05448
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Algenesis cracks diisocyanate problem to make fully bio-based polyurethane
https://www.chemistryworld.com/news/algenesis-cracks-diisocyanate-problem-to-make-fully-bio-based-polyurethane/4022376.article
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Australian designers develop a compostable alternative to iconic soy sauce fish
https://www.trendwatching.com/innovations/australian-designers-launch-compostable-alternative-to-iconic-soy-sauce-fish
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Regulation of Mechanical and Barrier Properties of Starch/PBAT Films from Extrusion Perspective: Structural Evolution, Correlation Insights, and Predictive Model Development
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acssuschemeng.5c07433
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Anaerobic co-digestion of HDPE plastics with fruit and vegetable waste: Insights into partial biodegradation and organic waste valorization
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0045653525006848
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Petroleum-based Plastics Aren’t Going Away Anytime Soon
https://www.plasticstoday.com/industry-trends/there-s-a-simple-reason-why-petroleum-based-plastics-aren-t-going-away-anytime-soon-follow-the-money
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CJ Biomaterials Wins 2025 Bioplastics Innovation Award
https://www.plasticstoday.com/materials/cj-biomaterials-wins-2025-bioplastics-innovation-award
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European Bioplastics Says the Market Is “Doing Great” — Really?
European Bioplastics (EUBP) has once again declared that the bioplastics market is thriving. But honestly — haven’t we heard the same story for the last twenty years?
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Creating luminescent biomaterials from wood
https://phys.org/news/2025-10-luminescent-biomaterials-wood.html
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Acer Doubles Ocean Plastic Collection for Sustainability Day and Rewards Vero Customers with Free Accessories.
https://technologyreseller.uk/acer-doubles-ocean-plastic-collection-for-sustainability-day-and-rewards-vero-customers-with-free-accessories
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IFF and BASF partner to boost sustainable enzyme and polymer innovation
https://www.personalcareinsights.com/news/iff-basf-innovation-partnership.html
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Structural features of xylan dictate reactivity and functionalization potential for bio-based materials
https://biotechnologyforbiofuels.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13068-025-02704-8
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Recyclable single-material packaging: The key to more sustainable and efficient packaging
https://www.infopack.es/en/new/recyclable-single-material-packaging-the-key-to-more-sustainable-and-efficient-packaging
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Finetech Unveils Eco-Friendly Packaging Line Compatible With Compostable and Recyclable Materials
https://www.biospace.com/press-releases/finetech-unveils-eco-friendly-packaging-line-compatible-with-compostable-and-recyclable-materials
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Researchers Develop Biodegradable Computer Mouse
https://www.all-about-industries.com/researchers-develop-biodegradable-computer-mouse-a-6fc81025fb32f41ab95e089f04ef9ed7
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PLASTICS announces 2025 Innovation in Bioplastics Award winner
https://www.recyclingtoday.com/news/plastics-announces-innovation-in-bioplastics-award-winner
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ESG backlash? ‘Huge’ difference between headlines and reality in Asia
https://www.eco-business.com/news/esg-backlash-huge-difference-between-headlines-and-reality-in-asia-uob-sustainability-chief
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“Uppercut for the Flemish industry”: Chemical giant BASF Antwerp cuts 600 jobs
BASF Antwerp, Belgium’s largest chemical company, plans to cut 600 jobs by 2028, 16 percent of its current workforce. The Flemish employers’ organization Voka calls the restructuring “an uppercut for industry in Flanders.”
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Coca Cola implements multipacks without film
https://www.coca-cola.com/de/de/offerings/multipack-ohne-plastikfolie
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1 in 5 chemists have deliberately added errors into their papers during peer review, study finds
https://cen.acs.org/policy/publishing/One-five-chemists-deliberately-added/103/web/2025/10
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Minister of Environment Launches “Circular Solutions for Plastic Pollution in Jordan” Project
https://www.jordannews.jo/Section-112/Economy/Minister-of-Environment-Launches-Circular-Solutions-for-Plastic-Pollution-in-Jordan-Project-45640
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Braskem K 2025 marketing
https://www.braskem.com.br/europe/news-detail/braskem-unveils-bio-based-product-innovations-at-k-2025 https://www.braskem.com.br/europe/news-detail/braskem-reinforces-its-leadership-in-sustainable-solutions-at-k-fair-2025
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Bioplastics and the future of packaging
Bioplastics are emerging as a promising alternative to traditional plastics, offering packaging solutions made from renewable materials
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World’s first reactor converts ocean CO₂ into biodegradable bioplastic feedstock
https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/ocean-carbon-capture-bioplastic
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Geno partner with Sojitz on Commercialization of World’s First Plant-Based Nylon-6
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/geno-announces-new-partnership-with-sojitz-to-accelerate-commercialization-of-worlds-first-plant-based-nylon-6-302576836.html
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ENI merges Novamont with Matricia
Sometimes I wonder if Matricia was a project created to obtain millions in EU funding. Follow the money. Who benefited from the crime? Who was the final beneficiary of this project?
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The Bio-on / Novamont Polemic in the Italian Press
The Bio-on / Novamont polemic is all over the Italian press and I hope the the bomb attack in Rome on a journalist who covered this topic is unrelated.
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The McKinsey FDI webinar: A Fairy Tale from the Top Floor (FREE)
I just finished watching McKinsey’s webinar on FDI — and let me tell you, the McKinsey boys really know how to throw a party. This is a FREE article.
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Mad Surfer-Scientist Discovers Solution for Plastic Pollution
https://www.surfer.com/news/surfer-scientist-discovers-solution-for-plastic-pollution
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Taghleef Industries rebrands Nativia biobased film range
https://www.labelsandlabeling.com/news/substrates-adhesives/taghleef-industries-rebrands-nativia-biobased-film-range
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As compost program launches, squirrels have already eaten holes in this Windsor green bin
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/squirrel-eats-into-windsor-green-bin-9.6945893
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China plans to rip off Cambodia with waste
China intends to export its plastic waste to Cambodia. Has China suddenly invented a new recycling method of are they trying to do what the West did to China for decades … use the country as a landfill to dump their plastic waste? https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501776214/china-firm-urged-to-invest-in-waste-recycling-in-cambodia
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The Bioplastics Week
It’s the Bioplastics Week, I think. As usual the communication is not very pro.
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Eco-Products Wins Balpex Innovation Center Award for Veda Reusable Containers
New line recognized for reducing waste and simplifying reuse programs for campus dining halls and other foodservice operations
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Biomanufacturing is predicted to be worth up to 30 trillion euros in the next 20 years (Video)
30 Trillion 😂😂😂. I’m sure people at the European Commission believe this.
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BASF Presentation on biodegradability as end-of-life option
BASF produces PBAT who is bad for the soil and human health. But the allmighty BASF always gets its way with the European Commission. Its always about money and profit and never about human health and the environment. The European Commission destroys the chemical sector and manages to allows toxic plastics at the same time.
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Tipping point: Threats to jobs and growth in Europe’s chemical sector
https://www.oxfordeconomics.com/resource/tipping-point-threats-to-jobs-and-growth-in-europes-chemical-sector
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ADNOC Nears EU Approval for €14.7B Covestro Takeover
EU chemical industry is falling apart. Europe will soon have no chemical industrial assets. The EU should block this decision. The European Commission has no industrial policy
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California sues plastic bag makers for falsely claiming bags are recyclable
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/california-lawsuit-says-makers-of-plastic-bags-lied-about-products-being-recyclable/ar-AA1OGapi https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/california-sues-plastic-bag-makers-for-falsely-claiming-bags-are-recyclable/ar-AA1OGyH8?ocid=TobArticle
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Mr. Trump, China is smuggling palm oil branded as UCO into US
Palm Oil Palm oil is a first generation biofuel and bioplastics feedstock used in both biofuels and bioplastics. The problem with first-generation feedstocks is that they directly compete with food production. That said, palm oil is cleaner, cheaper, and requires less processing to convert into biofuels or bioplastics compared to used cooking oils. On the…
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Potato peel-based PBS/PBAT biocomposites: influence of composition and filler content on injection molded properties
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/396473431_Potato_peel-based_PBSPBAT_biocomposites_influence_of_composition_and_filler_content_on_injection_molded_properties
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Siemens Partners with Envalior to Introduce Bio-Based Coupling Relays Made from Sustainable Materials
Siemens Partners with Envalior to Introduce Bio-Based Coupling Relays Made from Sustainable Materials
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Bio-Based Polyamide As A Plastic Alternative
https://www.all-about-industries.com/development-bio-based-biohybrid-materials-a-40770cb3f949b98a2aee876392a2cd0f
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