The Bio-Based Innovations Driving IKEA’s future
IKEA actively integrates biomaterials to enhance sustainability in its products, using renewable resources like bamboo, PE from sugarcane industry, and recycled paper. The company’s research emphasizes reducing environmental impact and…
The Future-proof Cosmetic Packaging Material – Let’s Unlock the Potential of PLA
According to UNEP, 36% of all plastics produced are used in packaging, but most end up in oceans, landfills, or incinerators, contributing to GHG emissions and pollution. Plastics can also…
Scaling-Up Microbial Protein Production
Microbial proteins are a promising and diverse product group for sustainable applications in a.o. food, feed, cosmetics and agrotechnology. The complex structure of the molecules contributes to their unique functional…
Safe as houses: bio-insulation in EU energy security
Biobased insulation is especially poised for success in the EU, where it can support multiple regional policy priorities: energy security, economic security, and decarbonisation. Here’s how.
Healthcare has a plastic problem – biomaterials can help
Single-use plastics are hard to simply eliminate in healthcare. Throwaway containers, bags, and instruments maintain hygiene and prevent infection. But, there is a solution: making disposable equipment biobased and biodegradable.
Beer goes green
Beer producers big and small are feeding into a sustainable economy as they supply feedstock for beer-based biomaterials that reduce emissions. Here are the surprising links between beer and sustainability.
Surviving the Valley of Death: a guide for bio-startups
The early years are the most dangerous for a startup. Known colloquially as the ‘Valley of Death’, this is when great ideas can falter on regulatory issues, lack of funding,…
The stars of sustainable beauty packaging
Consumers are often frustrated by how much disposable packaging comes with beauty products. Given the industry’s environmental impacts, they’re right to be. Here are the brands proving sustainable beauty is…
What consumers really think of biomaterials
We review research insights into consumer behaviour around biomaterials, including when and why people buy bio.
Biobased Monomers and Polymers, New Developments and Applications
Novamont is a pioneer in the circular bioeconomy, integrating chemistry and agriculture to develop sustainable bioplastics and biochemicals. Novamont’s technologies result in sustainability achievements for a greener future. Amongst our…
How Bio-Renewable Materials are able to Help B2B & B2C Industries Reduce their Environmental Impact
Every year the footwear industry produces more than 25 Billion pairs of shoes, with the majority of the materials used still originating from a petroleum based feedstock and almost none…
Beyond Land: Tapping the Ocean’s Biomass for Industrial Applications
Sea6 Energy presents a vision for a sustainable future, showcasing the vast potential of tropical seaweed cultivation. Our innovative, mechanized farming techniques unlock a reliable and scalable biomass source for…