Regulation
ProGro BIO plans EPA approval for organic microbial biocontrol products
ProGro BIO, a company specializing in microbial-based agriculture solutions, announced plans to seek EPA approval. They aim to introduce a new line of organic biocontrol products. These products target soil and foliar fungal pathogens, parasitic nematodes, and insects. These pests…
Biotalys advances in regulatory approval for EVOCA in US and Europe
Biotalys announced progress in regulatory approval processes for EVOCA™, its protein-based biocontrol product, in the US and Europe. In the United States, the EPA has responded to Biotalys' information requests. The EPA expects to complete its scientific review by September…
IGES to host 17th ISAP in 2025
The Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) will host the 17th International Forum for Sustainable Asia and the Pacific (ISAP 2025). The event is scheduled for July 29, 2025, at Pacifico Yokohama. It will be held as a hybrid event,…
Standard Textile releases 2024 sustainability report and joins SBTi
Standard Textile Co., a global leader in healthcare and hospitality textiles, announced its 2024 Sustainability Impact Report. The company also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi helps businesses set science-based emissions reduction goals. The company’s purpose is…
Pyran’s biobased 1,5-pentanediol cuts GHG emissions by up to 99%
Pyran, Inc. announced the results of an independent life cycle assessment (LCA) for its biobased 1,5-pentanediol (1,5 PDO). The ISO-standard assessment, reviewed by experts, found that Pyran’s 1,5 PDO can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 99% compared to…
Latin America Bioeconomy Conference set for Costa Rica
The Latin American Bioeconomy Network will hold its International Conference in San Jose, Costa Rica, from May 12 to 15, attracting around 120 global experts. The event aims to analyze emerging trends in bioeconomy sectors and explore opportunities for sustainable,…