Tag: Paid Content
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Michigan Bio Economy
USDA report ranks Michigan among top 10 states across multiple biobased product categories
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Onboard Aviation Sustainability Trends
Sustainability is a key trend in aviation, and the onboard hospitality industry is responding with new options for airlines to…
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Avery Dennison Receives USDA Certification
Avery Dennison has achieved BioPreferred Certification from the USDA for a new hot melt adhesive
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Ellen MacArthur Calls for UN Plastic Treaty
New white paper on a UN treaty to address plastic pollution.
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NatureFlex in the Independent
Natureflex promoted as organic in The Indepenent.
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Sabic Trucircle Automotive Plastic
Sabic Launches Recycled Automotive Grades Under Trucircle™ Portfolio Of Circular Solutions
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Canada Trois Rivieres and Bioplastic
Canadia city Trois Rivieres wants to showcase its expertise on bioplastics.
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EU Circular Floor Covering Project
Towards a more sustainable floor covering sector
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Holiferm and Azelis Partner on Bio Surfactant
Holiferm partners with Azelis to help spread Honeysurf across the United Kingdom and Ireland.
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New CEO on Future of Versalis
Versalis accelerates towards sustainability and specialization
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Apeel and West Pak Partner on Avocados
Isn’t that a revolutionary solution gone unnoticed?
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UMD to Work on Food Waste Bioplastics
$6M in Grants Support Work to Create Biofuels, Bioplastics From Food Waste
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Worlds Largest Chemical Recycling Plant
The world’s largest and most modern facility for plastic recycling
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BNL Increases Oil Production of Plant
Increasing Sugar Availability for Oil Synthesis
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Canadian Newspaper Covers Compostable Plastics
Compostable plastics are getting more and more coverage in mainstream media. For the better and for the worse.
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Herman Miller Goes Ocean Plastics
Herman Miller Increases Use of Ocean-bound Plastic with Aeron Chair
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Preparatory Briefing on Ministerial Conference on a Coherent Global Strategy to End Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution
Preparatory Briefing on Ministerial Conference on a Coherent Global Strategy to End Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution
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Kolon Industries and Gr3n Partner on Chemical Recycling
Kolon Industries partners with Switzerland’s Gr3n to produce recycled PET
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How to Make Plastic Biodegradable Video by UC Berkeley
How to make plastic truly biodegradable
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Closed Loop Partners Invest in Evergreen Bottle-to-Bottle Recycling
Closed Loop Partners and Every Bottle Back Invest $5 Million in Evergreen to Expand Bottle-to-Bottle Plastics Recycling
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Waddington Europe to Boost rPET in Ireland
Waddington Europe Starts to Localize ‘Closed Loop’ Packaging in Ireland
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Bandai Toys Circular Model
This is a great example of producer responsibility.
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LG Chem and Veolia Partner on Circular ABS
LG Chem begins to apply recycled materials to transparent ABS production
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Impact Plastic Waste on Animal Migration UN Report
Study confirms that plastic pollution is impacting land and freshwater species protected by the UN’s Convention on Migratory Species in…
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Green Matters Cover Compostable Plastics
The article covers the challenges and potential solutions of compostable plastics. It relates to previous reports issued by the Telegraph…
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PLA Industry Criticises Biodegradable Plastic
I came across the following article. It gives a good idea of what the PLA industry has been doing to…
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Pro Marine Life Compostable Packaging Wins 3M Inspire Challenge
Four undergraduates win the 3M Inspire Challenge with their pro-marine life compostable packaging solution
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3M Dumping me-FBSA and me-FBSE in Belgian Rivers
We may discover one day that 3M has been dumping the full Mendeleev Periodic Table into the environment
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Polymateria Plastic Transforms into Harmless Wax
Scientific breakthrough proves innovative plastic film transforms into harmless wax when exposed to nature
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The Future of SUP in Bermuda
Minister Walter Roban on single-use plastics in Bermuda,
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Wooden Satellite to Launch in 2023
Wood can withstand the extremes of temperature experienced in space
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Reuters Responsible Business Awards 2021 Shortlisting
The shortlist for the 12th Reuters Events: Responsible Business Awards has been announced
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Andy Wolf Eyewear Goes Eastman Acetate Renew
As the first independent eyewear brand in the German-speaking region, we are converting our acetate collection to the most durable…
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Huhtamaki, RiverRecycle and VTT Partner on River Waste Collection
Huhtamaki partners with RiverRecycle and VTT to develop technology to tackle floating river waste. New technology river waste collector now…
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French Consumer Organisation Covers Green SU Tableware
All sugarcane tableware received red code due to the use of toxic chemicals
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Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Climate Target
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials to Become Climate Neutral by 2023 and Targets Climate Positivity by 2030
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NSF Grant for Waste Plastics Research
A Washington State University and University of Washington team has received a $2 million grant from National Science Foundation Emerging…
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Emmi, Borealis and Greiner Partner on Chemically Recycled PP
Emmi, Borealis and Greiner Packaging partner up to create first chemically recycled polypropylene ready to drink iced coffee cups
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Nike and Newlight Partner on Biomaterials
AirCarbon x Nike: Newlight and Nike Partner to Reduce Carbon Footprint
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Dow Develops New Degradable Coating
Degradable coatings for compostable paper food packaging block grease and oil
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Westaways Awarded for PBAT Packaging
Westaways Received an award for their PBAT packaging.
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Prince William Bans Plastic Waste Bags
Prince William County residents who bag up their leaves and grass clippings must use paper bags.
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Chobani Goes Paper Cups
Chobani Innovates Away from Plastic with Paper Cup
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What Became of BioAmber?
This one dates back from February 2020.
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Razzia at the Belgian 3M Plant
Delegation of inspectors invade Belgian 3M plant.
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Parley and Doconomy Partner on Eco Monitoring Credit Cards
Doconomy and Parley for the Oceans partner to accelerate climate and plastic waste solutions through impact tech innovation
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UNEP and Sri Lanka Partner on Plastic Waste
UNEP and Government of Sri Lanka announce a new collaboration to fight plastic pollution in rivers
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LG Chem to Build 10 Eco Material Plants
LG Chem Invests 2.6 Trillion Korean Won In High Value-add Eco-friendly Materials In Seosan, Chungnam Province
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World Centric Expands Tree Free Compostable Packaging
World Centric® Expands NoTree® Packaging Collection with 17 New 100% Tree-Free Compostable Products
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ABPDU Celebrates a Decade of Bio Innovation
Ten years ago, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory announced the opening of a brand new, 15,000-square-foot facility full of stainless steel…
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First Sugarcane Bra
Accessible, Sustainable Intimates Brand Launching First-of-its-Kind Plant-Based Bra Cup Sourced from Sugarcane, Available Exclusively at Walmart
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Simple Method to Remove Microplastics from Water
A simple trick but it removes 87 % of microplastics from the waters. The EU student received money from the…
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Grants for US Polypropylene Recycling
$4.2M in Grants Awarded to Improve Polypropylene Curbside Recycling for Nearly 15 Million Americans
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Phosphorescent Material from Lignin
Phosphorescent material inspired by ‘glow in the dark’ wood
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Most Eco Friendly Caps According to The Independent
9 best eco-friendly coffee capsules
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Marin to Ban Compostable Plastics
Californian county to ban compostable plastics
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DIY Bioplastics
Make your own bioplastic at home
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Fossil Free Fashion Scorecard Report
47 companies assessed for steps taken to eliminate fossil fuels from manufacturing, materials, shipping
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TerraCycle and Herbal Essence Partner on Renew the Forest
Herbal Essences and TerraCycle® “Renew the Forest” Partnership to Plant 60,000+ Trees and Donate 20 Benches Made from Recycled Hair…
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INCA to Build Hemp Composite Plant
INCA Renewtech Signs Agreement with Genesis Products to Manufacture Bio-panels for RVs and Trucks and Secures Land in Elkhart County,…
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Chemically Recyclable Cyclic Acetals
Chemically recyclable thermoplastics from reversible-deactivation polymerization of cyclic acetals
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Argentina Annual Biofuel Report
Argentine biofuel production in 2021
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Canada Agriculture Climate Program Report
Canada Announces Details for Agriculture Climate Program
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Novel South African Bioplastic Technology
A Novel Green Technology To Transform The Single-Use Plastic Market
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LDPE Bag Most Sustainable Option
Belgian consumer organisation says LDPE bag is most sustainable shopping bag option
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Vistafolia and University of Surrey Partner on Biobased Artificial Plants
Globally renowned creator and supplier of realistic artificial green walls, Vistafolia, has launched a pioneering collaboration with the University of…
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Google Tool to Compare Packaging LCA
The Understanding Packaging (UP) Scorecard. A free, easy-to-use web-based tool to assess the sustainability impacts of common foodware and food…
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Ginko Bioworks and Huue Partner on Bio Dyes
Huue and Ginkgo Bioworks Partner to Accelerate Production of Sustainable Dyes
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The Bio Energy Fairy Tale
Do biofuels and bio energy actually reduce emissions? You have to read this one.
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Tesco Goes Soft Plastic Collection
Shoppers can now return all their soft plastic packaging to recycling points at every large Tesco store in the UK
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Dow Partners on Pouch to Pouch Recycling
Industry collaboration to demonstrate feasibility of high-quality pouch-to-pouch recycling.
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Sumitomo Goes Chemical Recycling of Acrylic Resin
Sumitomo Chemical to Construct Chemical Recycling Pilot Facility for Acrylic Resin to Reduce Impact on the Environment
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Novamont Mater Bi Tape Marketed as Biodegradable
Just simply push it into the soil says the salesman
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McDonalds Says its Paper Packaging is Sustainable
McDonald’s says nearly all its paper packaging from sustainable fiber
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Agilyx and Kumho Petrochemical Partner on Chemical Recycling
Agilyx and Kumho Petrochemical Assess a Chemical Recycling Facility to produce raw material for tires out of post-use plastic
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Fertilisers Fall Under EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
On 14 July 2021, the Commission adopted a proposal for a new Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism which will put a…
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Extracting Gold and Platinum from the Sewage
Expected output is 10 kg of gold and 1 kg of platinum per one million citizen per year.
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EU Circular Biocarbon
Turning carbon of complex organic urban waste streams into value-added products.
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Cascade Recycling
Thoughts from the Alliance: the notion of “Cascade Recycling”
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New Bamboo Cultivation in Belgium
Bamboo cultivation, an innovative and sustainable bet
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Mixed Plastics Biodegradation and Upcycling Using Microbial Communities
MIXed plastics biodegradation and UPcycling using microbial communities: EU Horizon 2020 project MIX-UP started January 2020
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Woolworth Launches Fully Circular Toys
Woolworths’ newest collectible gives new life to old refrigerators and luggage handles
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Improved Bio Oil Upgrading Through Optimized Reactor Temperature
Improved bio-oil upgrading due to optimized reactor temperature profile
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Adidas Launches No Dye Collection
Our latest footwear collection offers a new take on color: you don’t always need it.
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India to Ban Single Use Plastics Next year
Single-use plastics to be banned from next year
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Sorghum Industry and University of California Partner on Advanced Sorghum
Sorghum Industry Partners With University Of California To Advance Sorghum
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Plastic Energy and Sabic Groundbreaking Ceremony
A look back at the groundbreaking ceremony for our new advanced recycling plant in the Netherlands with partner SABIC.
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US Senator Proposes New Plastic Tax
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish an excise tax on plastics.
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South African Podcast on Plastics
Although the podcast covers all kind of plastics, the title suggest a specific focus on biodegradable plastics
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Business Insider Bioplastic Startup Selection
From edible algae packaging to olive stone bioplastic, here’s how 7 startups are fighting plastic pollution
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University of Illinois Develops New Bioprocess
Team develops bioprocess for converting plant materials into valuable chemicals
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Carbon Capture and Sequestration in California Study
Aemetis CCS Drilling Study by Baker Hughes Confirms Feasibility of Sequestering Two Million MT per Year of CO2 at California…
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Omyafiber MB165-CBN Receives OK Compost Label
Omyafiber MB165-CBN Receives OK Compost Label
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US Initiative for Wood Products Transparency
The Softwood Lumber Board and U.S. Endowment Launch Initiatives for Increased Carbon and Sustainability Transparency in Wood Products
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University of Missouri and Dow Partner on Plastic Waste Road
University of Missouri and Dow will use plastic waste to build a road.
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Apple Selects 15 Environmental Startups
Apple selects 15 Black- and Brown-owned businesses for first-of-its-kind Impact Accelerator
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IBM, Mitsui and Nomura Partner on Plastic Blockchain
Using Digital Traceability to Contribute toward DX in Industries Dealing with Plastic Materials
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Good Natured Expands Line of Biobased Kitchen Products
good natured Products Inc. Expands Line of Plant-based Kitchen Products
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Applied Bioplastics Recognised as Most Promising
Houston Startups Among Companies Named “Most Promising” at Rice Alliance Event
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Bio-on’s Collapse: Novamont, Short Sellers, Amber Capital and the Unanswered Questions
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America Recycles Day: Recycle textiles, batteries, bulbs, and e-waste
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Raul Gardini: The Enimont Scandal, a Controversial Death and Novamont’s Road to ENI
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INEOS Founder Warns the UK Is on the Slide
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Covestro CEO Attempts to Speak Italian with His Hands