Morrisons replaces soya with insects in circular scheme
The supermarket chain has entered into a deal with sustainability startup Better Origins to provide insect feed for 10 of their egg suppliers. Better Origins ultimately aims to roll out…
Patagonia powers UK stores with community-owned renewables
Patagonia has signed a power purchase agreement to supply its UK stores in Manchester and Bristol with 100% community-owned renewable energy. The supplier will be Energy Garden, a community wind…
Material Science Company Launches Bio-based Dyeing Technology
When it comes to leisurewear, only a handful of brands are as prolific as Pangaia. Designing products with smart technology and recyclable elements, the company has introduced biology-based dyeing technology…
India’s Bio-jet Fuel Technology Receives Military Recognition
India’s Ministry of Science and Technology announced that it has awarded provisional clearance to a domestically developed technology, which produced bio-based jet fuel for use on military aircraft. This technology…
Most sustainable car made with fishing nets and solar panels
Electric Dano-American automaker Fisker is putting the wheels in motion to be more environmentally-conscious, in order to instigate a green car revolution. Chairman and CEO Henrik Fisker revealed what could…
From waste to bioproducts through biorefinery
Biorefineries play a vital role in adding value to the principles of a truly circular bioeconomy and zero waste society. The URBIOFIN project aims to demonstrate the techno-economic and environmental…
B Boheme Launches 100% Sustainable Shoes
UK-based vegan shoe brand B_Boheme has made a comeback, launching a new collection after two years. Using innovative and sustainable techniques, the brand is producing shoes according to how many…
Indonesia Sets New Targets for its Biodiesel Programme
Indonesia will need to boost the bio-content of its palm oil-based biodiesel to 40% by 2024 or become unaccounted for its renewable energy targets. The country already had a mandatory…
From Wood to Foam: Creating Eco-friendly Packaging Solutions
Stora Enso, a paper manufacturer company based in Sweden is building innovative solutions for packaging materials. A leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, and wooden constructions, the…
Roquette Develops Pea-Based Softgel for Pills
Roquette has created a pea-based softgel solution that can be used to make an alternative to gelatin capsules. The new product will allow for many companies to produce vegan-friendly medications…
Barcelona buses to go green by running on sewage sludge
The city of Barcelona has plans to create biofuel for its large public transport system; meaning Barcelona buses could soon be running on sewage sludge. Currently, the city's fleet of…
Bioresearch of the week Vol. VI
Another week, another issue of Bioresearch! Join us as we look into exciting studies and innovations happening around the globe. Methane: food for fish Although carbon dioxide is more…