Technology
Novel corn-based air filter captures wide variety of pollutants
A research team from Washington State University has developed an air filter made out of corn protein instead of petroleum products that can concurrently capture small particulates as well as toxic chemicals like formaldehyde that current air filters can’t.
Acceligen sheds light on sustainable pork
Acceligen, a leading innovator in sustainable agriculture, has announced the breeding of gene-edited pigs with resistance to Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS).
Clariant launches new biodegradable rheology modifiers
Clariant has launched a new rheology modifier based on a patented technology. Aristoflex Eco T, which allows skincare formulators to make luxurious, pleasant texture formulations without compromise on biodegradability.
Single engine helicopter flies with used cooking oil
Bell Textron, a Textron Inc company, has announced the successful completion of the Bell 505’s first flight fueled solely by 100% SAF, marking the first-ever single engine helicopter to fly this way.
Why EV makers want circular batteries
In 2019, JB Straubel left his role as Tesla’s chief tech officer to venture into the recycling business.
Researchers study how clay could capture carbon
A team of researchers, led by Sandia chemical engineer Tuan Ho, has been using powerful computer models combined with laboratory experiments to study how a kind of clay can soak up carbon dioxide and store it.