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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, or a lack of expertise.
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 possible.
What consumers really think of biomaterials
We review research insights into consumer behaviour around biomaterials, including when and why people buy bio.
Oyster wool for sweater season
Here are some animal wool alternatives that can keep us toasty without warming the planet.
The latest in biomaterials research
Keeping up with new material innovations can be difficult, so we’ve made it easier: we review seven exciting studies that have come out of the biomaterials space over the past year.