Tag: Paid Content
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Leipzig research team develops process for bio-based nylon
Until now, nylon has been produced from petroleum-based raw materials. However, this is quite harmful to the environment because non-renewable…
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BioPowder expands capabilities with Gebrüder Dorfner partnership
Paints, coatings and composites markets will gain access to high-performance renewable additives.
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Taiwan Bans PLA tableware
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Research identifies tamarind seed as cost-effective source of bioplastic
Research identifies tamarind seed as cost-effective source of bioplastic
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New carbon market code of practice discourages companies from greenwashing
The greenwashing recipe needs a “healthy” revamp? Why not mix it with aspartame?
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Are ‘carbon neutral’ claims dead?
Carbon neutral claims are under the cosh, so will the world’s major food brands continue to use them? — The…
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Polystyvert Builds First EPS Chemical Recycling Plant
Polystyvert is proud to announce the construction of its first full-scale commercial plant to produce recycled polystyrene in Greater Montreal.
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Clean, sustainable fuels made ‘from thin air’ and plastic waste
Researchers have demonstrated how carbon dioxide can be captured from industrial processes – or even directly from the air –…
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Pyrum and SUEZ sign exclusivity agreement to build Pyrum’s first UK pyrolysis plant
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Indonesia Climate Change Report
Indonesia is a key stakeholder and an active participant at global environmental fora. Home to a vast swathe of rainforest,…
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EU Deforestation Free Supply Chain: Palm oil, cattle, soy, coffee, cocoa, timber, rubber
Companies exporting or placing any of these products on the EU market will need to conduct strict due diligence to…
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The plastic packaging sector focuses on sustainability, but recycling remains a challenge
According to a new report from Rabobank, focus on sustainability in the plastic packaging industry remains strong.
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How Plastics Are Poisoning Us
They both release and attract toxic chemicals, and appear everywhere from human placentas to chasms thirty-six thousand feet beneath the…
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Earthfirst® Films Redefines Home Compostable Films With New Soft Touch Options
Industry leading biopolymer film manufacturer Earthfirst® Films releases a line of soft touch, home compostable films.
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Noroo Paint unveils biodegradable plastic container
Biodegradation via microorganisms within five years will be first used on the company’s flagship product The Stain
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Allbirds Unveils Design Of World’s First Net Zero Carbon Shoe
Today, Allbirds revealed its highly anticipated M0.0NSHOT, the world’s first net zero carbon shoe — and is already urging the…
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TIPA Compostable Packaging Begins Local Production in The US
Following recent European expansion, TIPA partners with North American manufacturers PPC Flexible Packaging and Clearview Packaging to facilitate local US…
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EU Commission PEF Sustainability Tool is a bit Disconnected from Reality
The EU Commission recognises sometimes that their policy ideas don’t make sense.
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Will compostable packaging break down in your home compost bin? (Video)
Compostable packaging seems like a great option for making your everyday life a little more environmentally friendly. But will it…
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Paques Biomaterials and Senbis Polymer Innovations Partner on PHA
Paques Biomaterials and Senbis Polymer Innovations have partnered strategically to develop new applications for a breakthrough biopolymer with all the…
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Unplastic India Campaign by The Times of India
Impactful campaign by The Times Of India pushing for the stop of plastic waste!
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New EU packaging regulations could increase plastic says DS Smith
Just as the world takes a major step in turning the tide on plastic pollution with a global treaty, the…
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What is plastics biodegradation by Aimplas
Biodegradable plastics are plastics that can be degraded by the action of microorganisms existing naturally in the environment such as…
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ProAmpac’s Compostable Product is Pioneering Sustainable Packaging Innovations with BioPreferred and BPI Certifications
ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, announces the USDA BioPreferred® certification of its new ProActive Compostable CPM-2000…
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Don’t send plastics to India Says paper mill operator
A paper mill operator in Muzaffarnagar, India, pleads to Canadians to segregate their paper and plastic waste before tossing it…
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National Post Reader Comments on the Compostable Plastic Bag Ban
Compostable plastic bags still plastic To Canadian government — This reader doesn’t keep his tongue in his pocket and makes…
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Binalot Goes biodegradable packaging
Binalot is a Filipino fast food chain.
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Flexible packaging leader Parkside laser-focused on sustainable lidding film solutions with ParkScribe® technology
UK-based flexible packaging specialist Parkside has launched a revolutionary range of sustainable lidding films as a next-generation solution for brands…
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Government Minister visits Celtic Renewables on launch of new Circular Economy Bill
New legislation to tackle waste by improving recycling rates and increasing reuse has been published by the Scottish Government.
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DOE Collaborative to Establish a Biomanufacturing Hub in Historically Underserved California Region
California’s Northern San Joaquin Valley has been historically underserved, lacking quality jobs that can sustain families and beset by environmental…
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From Fracking Well to Landfill: Tracing Plastic’s Toxic Lifecycle
Plastic has a lifespan of hundreds to thousands of years. From the very beginning, it poisons our environment and wreaks…
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Smile’s Home Compostable Pod Named Honorable Mention For US Plastics Pact Award
The U.S. Plastics Pact recognized Smile Compostable Solutions’ home compostable coffee pod compatible with Nespresso Original brewers as an honorable…
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NSK Develops World’s First Bioplastic Retaining Piece for Ball Screws
NSK develops NSK S1™ bioplastic*1 retaining piece. 100% plant-derived material achieves 90% lower carbon footprint
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Microbial Electrosynthesis – Scientists Discover That Bacteria Can Produce More Chemical Substances Than Thought
The environmental impact and economic feasibility assessment of composite calcium alginate bioplastics derived from Sargassum
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Solvay launches Naternal, its new brand of bio-based biodegradable polymers
Naternal™ is Solvay’s new brand of bio-based biodegradable polymers for biodegradable by-design hair and skin care solutions.
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A miscalculation by European Bioplastics
EUBP communicates regarding the “plastic vs Food” debate — EUBP decided to jump on the biofuel bandwagon a few years…
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Why Startups Are Poised to Lead the Bioplastics Revolution
As consumers grow wary of greenwashing, startups are in a unique position to differentiate themselves in the bioplastic industry. Here’s…
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Better Climate Challenge Road Show
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today launched the first season of the Better Climate Challenge Road Show, a video…
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Notpla is joining the B Corp Community!
This month a notification popped up in our inboxes confirming the news we’d been eagerly anticipating from the B Corp…
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New rules for plastic to-go packaging in the Netherlands from July
As was announced last spring, the Netherlands is implementing new rules for single-use plastic packaging – specifically those used for…
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Commission closes antitrust investigation in the wood pulp sector
I don’t know the particulars of this case, but what I do know is that, when it comes to antitrust,…
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Renewable Chemical Innovator Capra Biosciences to Build a Green Biochemical Production Facility in Manassas, Virginia
BioMADE Funding To Accelerate Capra Bioreactor Expansion and Technical Advancement, Aligning with New White House Bioeconomy Goals
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Solvay to Split into 2 Companies
SOLVAY and SYENSQO revealed as new company names
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The future of fabrics – UPM and VAUDE think beyond recycling
UPM Biochemicals and VAUDE, a sustainable and innovative supplier of outdoor apparel, will produce outerwear made with bio-based chemicals and…
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Reductive catalytic fractionation: state of the art of the lignin-first biorefinery
Reductive catalytic fractionation (RCF) of lignocellulose is an emerging biorefinery scheme that combines biomass fractionation with lignin depolymerisation.
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France 24 Video on Plastic Treaty
A resolution has been adopted to draft an initial version of a legally binding global treaty against #plastic #pollution by…
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French Industrial Composting Test
This is the type of “tests” that are needed. Looking at the partners of this project, one could doubt about…
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Another Pervert Effect in Making Circular Palm Oil
Farmers face an uncertain transition to using composting methods to boost nitrogen content in plantation soil, as Indonesia has removed…
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RECOUP launches new Refill Packaging Case Studies on World Refill Day
To celebrate and support World Refill Day on 16 June, plastics resource efficiency and recycling charity, RECOUP, has launched a…
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New living lab Biobased Boulevard to encourage use of natural building materials
To accelerate the use of natural materials in construction, today The Green Village, iCircl and the Province of South Holland…
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WWF Video on Compostable and Biodegradable Bowl
Expert reveals the dirty truth behind ‘biodegradable’ bowls from restaurants: ‘There is no legal definition for it’ — Not exactly…
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Indian Government Launches Bioplastic Bag
Indian Government Launches Edible Marine Degradable Bioplastic Bag
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Getting compostable PPE into Irish healthcare (Video)
Two Cork cousins have developed a compostable PPE apron to reduce plastic usage in the healthcare industry.
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Chipotle and the Composting Challenge
Chipotle is increasing composting across its more than 3,200 restaurants, with waste reduction one of the goals that executive compensation…
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The Science Behind Bioplastics: Understanding the Materials and Processes
Bioplastics have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics, offering a more sustainable and environmentally friendly option for…
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Development of Pineapple Stem Starch Composite as a Plastic-Sheet Substitute for Single-Use Applications
Plastic waste poses a significant challenge for the environment, particularly smaller plastic products that are often difficult to recycle or…
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New Mexico students recognized for creating sustainable bioplastic using state staple
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RYAM Announces the Official Groundbreaking at their 2G Bioethanol Plant in Tartas, France
Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE: RYAM, the “Company”), a global leader in the production of high-purity cellulose specialty products, hosted…
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Ecodesign: new EU rules to make sustainable products the norm
EU Ecodesign Rules have been published
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EU Taxonomy Regulation
Find links to implementing and delegated acts for Regulation (EU) 2020/852 (Taxonomy) on the establishment of a framework to facilitate…
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Germany triggers EU investigation into Chinese biofuels
This is just the top of the iceberg. Some people say that if the European Commission was doing its job…
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REI Co-op launches new multi-terrain trail shoe using biobased materials
REI Co-op enters the running shoe business with the Swiftland MT, its first multi-terrain trail shoe designed using recycled and…
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Climate litigation is increasingly using human rights laws as basis to hold countries and companies to account on green pledges.
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ANDRITZ technology and expertise enable Naturopera to produce bio-based diapers.
ANDRITZ converting line for baby diapers starts operating at Naturopera, France
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CircEl‐Paper: Recyclable paper‐based electronics
Millions of tons of electronic waste are produced in the EU every year. With a novel approach, the new EU…
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AIMPLAS coordinates a new EU project to valorize slaughterhouse waste and paper and pulp sludge for agricultural and personal care applications
AIMPLAS, coordinates a new European project to valorize slaughterhouse waste (bellygrass or rumen content) and paper and pulp sludge, to…
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Multi-country study setting new benchmark for detail and understanding of plastic packaging in European waste streams
CEFLEX and partners are conducting a multi-country compositional analysis to research the type and amount of flexible packaging and rigid…
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Addressing Rigor and Reproducibility in Thermal, Heterogeneous Catalysis
Achieving ChemCatBio’s mission of accelerating catalyst and process development relies on rigorously collected and reproducible catalytic data. However, the best…
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ECHA adds two hazardous chemicals to Candidate List
Plastics & Inks: two new chemicals added to ECHA’s Candidate List
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Business slams EU conservatives’ anti-nature crusade
The European People’s Party is losing industry allies in its push to kill EU nature restoration legislation.
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Lawyer Explains Los Angeles Single Use Plastic Regulation
Los Angeles County’s Single-Use Plastic Regulation for Restaurants and Delivery Services
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Business Insider video on startup that makes algae bioplastics
This is how one company is turning algae into plastic
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Titan Bioplastics Recognised in the Book of King Charles
Recognized for driving a more sustainable future, Titan Bioplastics announced their selection and participation as noted featured company in ‘His…
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Thai Government Approves Use of Ethanol to Make Bioplastics
Thai Government Approves Use of Ethanol to Make Bioplastics
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Daesang begins production of bioplastic ingredient
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Bacteria as plastic eaters: No panacea for the waste problem
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Fulgar and CHT Partner on Bio-based nylon dyed with soy chemistry
The two partners have combined Fulgar’s circular economy yarns with CHT’s resource-saving dyeing techniques to reduce the use of water…
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World-unique biobased and eco-labelled textile waterproofing is launched by OrganoClick’s brand OrganoTex
The technology is based on combining the natural fatty acids of plants and the surface structure of leaves with the…
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Architects have created biodegradable building blocks using fungus
The installations are lightweight, fire-resistant, and have good insulation properties.
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Advancing material innovation to address the polymer waste crisis
MIT researchers work to discover biodegradable polyesters, with support from the MIT Climate and Sustainability Consortium, J-WAFS, and DIC Corp.
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Green chiles into bioplastics? New Mexico students place 4th at international science fair
Three high school students at the New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell created a biodegradable, pest-repellent bioplastic for use in…
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INEOS Nitriles launch Invireo TM bio-based Acrylonitrile to deliver 90% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
InvireoTM products have been fully certified according to the industry-leading standards of ISCC Plus and RSB.
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Marketing PLA as an ‘ecological solution’ is misleading, according to experts says Popular Science Magazine
A popular ‘compostable’ bioplastic isn’t as biodegradable as it seems
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Preparation and Adsorption Properties of Lignin/Cellulose Hydrogel
With the development of global industry, industrial wastewater pollution has caused serious environmental problems, and the demand for green and…
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Mpact Recyling Data for South Africa
Mpact Recycling, the collection arm of one of the leading recycling companies in South Africa, Mpact Group, is proud to…
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DOE and GSA Select 20 “Green” Technologies to Test in Real-World Buildings
In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Building Technologies Office (BTO), the U.S. General Services Administration’s (GSA) Green…
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Restaurantware Debuts an Extensive “No-Added PFAS” Sugarcane Fiber Compostable To-Go Packaging and Cup Line
Restaurantware’s Pulp Safe collection provides restaurants and foodservice operations with a unique array of no-added PFAS take out and tableware…
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Aciturri joins r-LightBioCom project for bio-based HPC advancement
r-LightBioCom and the reduction of the environmental impact of HPCs, the new composites
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US ExxonMobil eyes ’24 FID on chemical recycling plant
ExxonMobil expects to make in 2024 a final investment decision (FID) on a chemical recycling plant and two other projects,…
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Biodegradable bags to revolutionise mushroom farming
University of Queensland researchers are working with industry to develop biodegradable ‘plastic’ bags for use in mushroom farming, which could…
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Xuejun Pan receives USDA NIFA funding to develop biodegradable mulch films made from biomass
Xuejun Pan, professor in the Department of Biological Systems Engineering, received $1,000,000 for his project “Biobased, fully soil-biodegradable mulch films…
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Do not be fooled by ‘compostable’ plastic, says French consumer group
Composting plastic packaging is one of the solutions put forward to consumers to limit the damage caused by plastic pollution.…
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Bioplastics in Medical Device Packaging: Yes or No?
Weigh the pros and cons before sourcing bioplastics for the packaging of your medical device.
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Bioplastic made from invasive aquatic plants among winners of African plastics prize
The Canadian government and social enterprise Challenge Works have announced the winners of their Afri-Plastics Challenge – an accelerator for…
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Flesh Eating Bacteria Found on Plastic
A recent study stoked fears of flesh-eating bacteria invading beaches across Florida, the Caribbean and elsewhere in the Gulf of…
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Transparent Wood for Energy-Efficient Buildings
Exploring the Potential of Transparent Wood in Creating Energy-Efficient Buildings
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What Does Starbucks Do with Waste Coffee Grounds?
One of the biggest coffee companies in the world, Starbucks produces a large volume of leftover coffee grounds.
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SKC and Chandra Asri Partner on Bioplastics
SKC, the chemical unit of SK Group, has joined hands with Indonesia’s leading petrochemical producer, Chandra Asri, to expand its…
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Significant advances in the degradation of plastics by induced selection in microcosm
One of the pioneering lines of work of the RECOVER project focuses on obtaining microbial consortia capable of degrading linear…
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Plastics Europe welcomes UNEP’s step closer to a draft agreement on a global plastics treaty
As the second Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-2) on a global agreement on plastic pollution concludes in Paris, the following statement…
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