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CJ Biomaterials and Banila Co. develop 100% bio-based cosmetic container
CJ Biomaterials, Inc., a division of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang and a primary producer of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), has produced the first cosmetic jar based on their amorphous PHA technology, under the tradename, PHACT™. The cosmetic jar was developed for Banila…
JBM Packaging launches EcoView packaging line
JBM Packaging, the US-based flexible packaging manufacturer, has launched a new, plastic-free, windowed paper package line. The new EcoView line features Fiberfilm, the company’s proprietary biodegradable film made from PEFC-certified wood and cotton-seed fibre.
Gucci offers watches made from bioplastics
Luxury fashion brand Gucci has taken further steps towards its circular goals with its new line of timepieces. The new bio-based Dive watches are made from an unexpectedly sustainable material.
Amtico releases bio-based luxury vinyl tiles
British flooring company Amtico has presented its new Amtico Bio, a bio-attributed luxe vinyl tile made from renewable materials derived from paper pulp.
Fortum’s Loviisa nuclear power plant gets nothing but green lights
The Finnish Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (STUK) has positive statements regarding the safety review of Fortum’s Loviisa nuclear power plant.
Intraplás and TotalEnergies’ collaborate to commercialise bio-based polymer
TotalEnergies and Intraplás are collaborating to bring sustainable solutions to the packaging market without compromising performance and food safety. Intraplás is launching commercial products using TotalEnergies RE:newable polymer – a range of the RE:clic portfolio – coming from renewable sourcing,…