Technology
Toray and Porter™ unveil groundbreaking initiative with bio-nylon fiber
In a major collaboration, Toray Industries, Inc. has partnered with Yoshida Co. to jointly develop materials for Tanker bags utilizing Ecodear N510, a revolutionary 100% plant-based nylon fiber. Yoshida's well-known Porter brand has been manufacturing and selling bags under the…
Biobased printing inks underway in Germany
For over two decades, researchers at the Dornbirn Textile Chemistry and Textile Physics Institute have been on a mission to revive natural dyes. Though eco-friendly alternatives are gaining traction, traditional dyes often fade quickly or cost more.
New study suggests algae as sustainable alternative to animal protein for building muscle
A recent study has found that two types of algae commonly available in commercial products are rich in protein and can support muscle development in young, healthy adults. The findings indicate that algae could be a viable and environmentally friendly…
Pigeon & LyondellBasell Make Nursery Sustainable with Bio-Circular Plastic
LyondellBasell and Pigeon Singapore have joined forces to collaborate and advance sustainable research and development efforts in baby nursing bottles. Pigeon Singapore, the regional headquarters of Pigeon's business unit covering Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa, and Oceania, will incorporate LyondellBasell's…
Microbe factories are turning waste into high-value circular goods
One of the most sustainable raw materials for chemicals and materials is organic waste. Energy has already been spent producing it, making it far more resource-efficient than any grown or extracted specifically for a target application.
GreenLab & Ginkgo design enzyme to dissolve ‘forever chemicals’
Plant-biotechnology company, GreenLab, has announced a new collaboration with Ginkgo Bioworks, a leading platform for cell programming and biosecurity. The partnership aims to develop a product for degrading per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) by utilizing Ginkgo Enzyme Services to discover…