Regulation
National survey finds bipartisan support for U.S. biomanufacturing
A new national survey shows strong, bipartisan support for expanding America's bioindustrial manufacturing capabilities. BioMADE released the results Monday, working in partnership with YouGov. The findings span regions, demographics, and political affiliations. Fifty-six percent of Americans want more American-made, bio-based…
PCX Solutions launches certificate to close the price gap on fossil-free materials
Not-for-profit organisation PCX Solutions has launched the Alternative Materials Certificate (AMC), a third-party verified financing mechanism designed to make fossil-free materials commercially competitive with conventional plastic. The certificate works by closing the price gap between alternative materials and fossil-based plastics.…
Biotalys moves closer to California approval for biofungicide EVOCA
Belgian AgTech company Biotalys has moved a step closer to registering its biofungicide EVOCA in California, after the state's pesticide regulator opened a public consultation phase on the product. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) launched the 30-day comment…
AFYREN achieves B Corp certification for sustainability
AFYREN, a greentech company, has earned B CorpTM certification. This global standard is set by B Lab. It measures a company’s social, environmental, and governance performance. The process is independent and verified. Nicolas Sordet, CEO of AFYREN, said, “B CorpTM…
Clariant’s bio-based Licocare RBW gains FDA approval
Clariant has announced that its bio-based Licocare RBW wax additives have received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in rigid polyvinyl chloride (PVC) applications involving food contact. The approval expands the company's existing clearances from…
EU wants your take on industrial biotechnology reform
The European Commission wants to hear from you about its plans to transform Europe's industrial biotechnology sector. The proposed Biotech Act II, due late next year, aims to help bio-based products compete with traditional fossil alternatives. It builds on the…