Regulation
CSIRO Report highlights bioplastics opportunities and challenges in Australia
A new report from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) focuses on bioplastics in Australia, revealing their potential and significant challenges. The "State of Bioplastics in Australia" underscores that unclear labelling and disposal practices often lead bioplastics to…
Japan’s push for biofuel-compatible vehicles by early 2030s
The Japanese government is advocating for a transition to biofuel-compatible vehicles, with a target set for the early 2030s, as part of a comprehensive strategy to combat climate change. The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has announced plans…
How will Trump’s return impact US biomanufacturing?
What does Trump’s return to the presidency mean for industrial biomanufacturing in the U.S.? It’s difficult to say at this early stage, but here we break down what to watch for.
EU clears Swedish tax exemptions for biogas and bio-propane
The European Commission has reaffirmed the compatibility of two Swedish tax exemption schemes for non-food-based biogas and bio-propane with EU State aid regulations. The schemes, which provide exemptions from energy and CO₂ taxation, were initially approved in 2020 but were…
Avantium secures FDA approval for PEF packaging material
Avantium N.V., a prominent player in the renewable and circular polymer materials sector, has received significant recognition from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As of October 5, 2024, the FDA has approved the company's polyethylene furanoate (PEF) for…
Biotalys secures patents for innovative biofungicide EVOCA
Biotalys, a company that develops protein-based biocontrols for sustainable crop protection, has been granted patents for its first biofungicide, EVOCA, by the European Patent Office and the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The patents, which were granted following a…