Technology
COM4PHA project explores bioplastic alternatives for packaging and agriculture
A new project called COM4PHA is developing bioplastics based on Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs). These materials offer a biodegradable alternative to conventional plastics currently in use. PHAs are produced by various microorganisms and share characteristics with petrochemical plastics. This research focuses on…
HUGO BOSS introduces recycled polyester yarn NovaPoly
HUGO BOSS has introduced NovaPoly, a new recycled polyester yarn. This yarn was co-developed with suppliers Jiaren Chemical Recycling and NBC LLC. HUGO BOSS holds the trademark and exclusive usage rights for the first year. The company aims to establish…
Cowboy Clean Fuels unveils novel carbon removal method
Cowboy Clean Fuels (CCF) is driving a more circular energy future with its innovative Biomass Carbon Removal and Storage, plus Renewable Natural Gas (BiCRS+RNG) methodology. This groundbreaking framework provides a rigorous way to track a novel form of carbon removal.…
Camelina and pennycress modified for enhanced biofuels
Scientists from Kansas State University have engineered camelina and pennycress seeds to produce nearly pure specialized oils, potentially enhancing biofuel production. Plants store energy as oils in their seeds, which can be transformed into biofuels. Some plants, like the burning…
The LYCRA Company showcases bio-derived LYCRA EcoMade fiber
The LYCRA Company showcased its bio-derived LYCRA® EcoMade fiber at Kingpins Amsterdam on April 16-17. Set to launch commercially later this year, the bio-derived LYCRA® EcoMade fiber will be sourced from annually renewable dent corn from Iowa. This fiber provides…
Covation Biomaterials launches sustainable biobased PTMEG
Covation Biomaterials has announced its latest innovation, CovationBio® bioPTMEG. This advanced polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG) offers high performance with a reduced environmental impact. BioPTMEG serves as a biobased alternative to traditional petroleum-based PTMEG. Its launch aims to help customers decrease…