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Is this the world’s most sustainable bioplastic?
A fully sustainable packaging plastic must meet three criteria. First, it should be made from renewable feedstocks. Second, it should be compostable. Third, it should be recyclable - once melted down, it will have similar performance power to virgin materials.…
Scientists Develop Solar-Powered System For Inexpensive Desalination
A team of researchers at MIT and in China has come up with a desalination system that is both more efficient and less expensive than previously developed solar desalination methods. The process could also be used to treat contaminated wastewater…
Press Release Acquisition of c-LEcta
Kerry Group plc (“Kerry”), the global taste and nutrition company, today announces it has reached agreement to acquire c. 92% of the issued share capital of c-LEcta GmbH (“c-LEcta”) for a consideration of € 137 million, with management to retain…
Tesco to Try Apeel Edible Coating
Tesco supermarkets is set to trial Apeel, a plant-based edible protective coating for fresh produce. It will be used in roughly 80 stores to understand the effect it has on the shelf life of products including oranges and lemons.
Nestlé and Corbion To Explore Microalgae Ingredients For Plant-Based Products
Nestlé is increasing its plant-based portfolio with a new partnership with Netherlands-based Corbion. The companies will work to develop microalgae-based ingredients that can be added to animal-free foods to improve nutrition, taste, and sustainability for new products.
Drapers Sustainable Fashion Awards Shortlist Announced
The shortlist for Drapers Sustainable Fashion Awards 2022 has been revealed.