Technology
American Biogas Council launches new tool for biogas project emission tracking
The American Biogas Council (ABC) has launched the Biogas Carbon Accounting Tool (Biogas CAT), which measures lifecycle emissions from biogas projects. Developed in collaboration with EcoEngineers, the tool addresses gaps in current carbon accounting systems. Biogas CAT enables project developers…
Breakthrough in bioplastics: researchers enhance bacteria’s efficiency in producing valuable products
Researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough with the soil bacterium Cupriavidus necator. This bacterium converts renewable resources into useful products, like bioplastics. The bacterium, however, has struggled to efficiently use formic acid. Currently, it first converts formic acid into carbon…
Debut makes breakthrough in bioproduction of carmine
Debut, a leader in biotech beauty, announced a significant advancement in the bioproduction of carmine. Traditionally sourced from the cochineal beetle, carmine is an intense red pigment. Debut's innovation introduces a new family of enzymes crucial for this process, addressing…
Allonnia achieves key milestone in sustainable mineral processing
Allonnia, a bio-ingenuity company, reached a significant milestone in commercializing its D-Solve™ process. This process is a bolt-on technology aimed at sustainably upgrading mineral concentrates. A recent demonstration at SGS’ metallurgical lab in Lakefield, Ontario, confirmed the effectiveness of Allonnia’s…
Vision Life Holdings launches biobased ink to address wastewater pollution
Vision Life Holdings has introduced UTEX Eco Ink after extensive research. This innovative ink significantly reduces wastewater pollution, a longstanding issue in the fabric dyeing industry. Traditional digital textile printing (DTP) inks have contributed to environmental pollution through wastewater discharge…
Researchers find new enzyme that could transform biorefineries
A new type of enzyme discovered in Brazilian soil has the potential to change how we produce bioenergy and biochemicals. This enzyme speeds up the breakdown of cellulose, an important step in these processes. Researchers from the Brazilian Center for…