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Seaweed solutions for the hardest plastics to recycle
Three major seaweed plastic startups have the IP we need to stem the tide of thin film waste. Their biobased, biodegradable films are designed to melt away naturally in the environment, solving one of the biggest barriers to more sustainable…
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, 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.