B1O Molecules: Pioneers Challenging Fossil Materials in the Race for Biobased
The biobased transition is still in its early stages, with foundations, key players, and market dynamics emerging. We’re at the start of a complex race with limited data and few…
Industrial Biomanufacturing – A Global View
Cross continental collaborations and partnerships are imperative if the global sector is to scale at the pace that the planet needs. Here a panel, of four experts, discuss what is…
Accelerating Bioprocess Development: Case Studies in Pow.Bio’s Rapid Tech Deployment
Pow.Bio’s AI-powered continuous fermentation platform is bringing much-needed updates to 21st century biomanufacturing, driving real-world impact, and enabling production of high-value, commercially available proteins across the globe. CEO Shannon Hall…
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.