GOZEN launches LUNAFORM biomaterial
Biotech startup GOZEN has launched its debut LUNAFORM biomaterial range in conjunction with a new facility in Turkey and a short film. The launch marks a significant milestone for the…
SURFs UP project aims to boost sustainable surfactant production
Surfactants are essential in various industries. They are used in home care, cosmetics, and food. Many surfactants are chemically produced. This raises concerns about deforestation and supply chains. Global surfactant…
Poland launches its first odorless biomethane plant
Poland has launched its first odourless biomethane plant. The facility is situated at the Agricultural Experimental Farm in Brody. The University of Life Sciences in Poznań owns the new installation. …
European bioeconomy clusters form alliance to boost innovation and sustainability
On February 10th, representatives from 14 bioeconomy clusters across 11 European Union member states signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), officially establishing the European Bioeconomy Clusters’ Alliance (EBCA). The agreement…
New plant to produce plant-based protein from beer byproduct
Hijos de Rivera, the Xunta de Galicia (through Xesgalicia), and Inproteins are jointly investing €7.5 million to establish Galicia's first plant dedicated to manufacturing plant-based proteins. Located in Teixeiro-Curtis (A…
Dr. Peter Williams appointed to drive bioeconomy growth at IBioIC
The Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) has appointed Dr. Peter Williams as its new governing board leader. He will support the center's continued impact on the expanding bioeconomy. This appointment…
Bluesign leads the charge for sustainable textiles
Bluesign is pioneering a shift towards clean chemistry within the textile industry, actively driving a more sustainable approach to manufacturing and environmental responsibility. With 25 years of experience, the bluesign®…
Alfa Laval to host online event on circular carbon transition
Alfa Laval will conduct an online event on March 4 at 15:00 CET to discuss transitioning from fossil fuels to circular carbon. In this event, leaders within the fuels, chemicals, and…
Nordic SeaFarm and FutureLab & Partners launch Manatee Biomaterials
Nordic SeaFarm and FutureLab & Partners have launched Manatee Biomaterials, aiming to innovate the biomaterials sector. This collaboration focuses on regenerative seaweed cultivation. Manatee Biomaterials intends to utilize advanced aquaculture…
TOUS les JOURS introduces biobased straws across US locations
TOUS les JOURS (TLJ), a French-Asian bakery café chain, has started introducing sustainable, plant-based plastic straws at locations across the United States. The new straws are made with PHACT™ PHA…
Avantium and Amcor collaborate on biobased polymer packaging
Avantium has signed a joint development agreement with Amcor Rigid Packaging. This partnership aims to use Avantium's plant-based polymer PEF, branded as releaf®, in rigid containers for various products. The…
Adsorbi secures €1 M in for biobased air purification material
Adsorbi, a startup specializing in cellulose-based air purification technology, has successfully raised €1 million in funding. The investment comes from Metsä Spring, Chalmers Ventures, Jovitech Invest, and includes a grant…