Researchers develop biodegradable packaging from milk protein
Researchers at Flinders University in Australia have turned milk protein into a biodegradable packaging film that completely breaks down in soil in about 13 weeks. The team combined calcium caseinate,…
UNICO2RN project aims transforms biogenic CO2 into bioplastics
A new European project is working to turn carbon dioxide waste into biodegradable plastics, offering industries a way to replace fossil-based materials while reducing emissions. The UNICO2RN project, which launched…
Ecovia Bio secures Series B funding to expand biopolymer production capacity
Ecovia Bio, an advanced biotechnology company specializing in sustainable biopolymer ingredients, has closed a Series B funding round led by Pointe Angels, a Detroit-area angel investor group. The capital will…
Live Puri adopts renewable fiber bottle caps
Dutch nutraceutical brand Live Puri is replacing metal closures across its entire vitamin product range with fiber-based caps in a move to reduce environmental impact. The company has adopted NutraCap,…
China clears path for Leaf Bio’s bio-based plastic in food packaging
Leaf Bio has achieved a significant regulatory breakthrough in China for its plant-based plastic alternative, marking progress in the commercialization of sustainable packaging materials. The company announced that its PEF…
Singapore’s N&E Innovations awarded $1 M for bio-based food packaging
Singapore-based N&E Innovations has been awarded the 2026 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Food category. This recognition highlights the company's efforts to reduce food waste and improve food safety through…
Japanese researchers develop strong, biodegradable plastic from plant cellulose
Researchers led by Takuzo Aida at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science in Japan have made a significant breakthrough in addressing microplastic pollution. Their recent study, published in the…
The growth of soy-based innovations in the plastics industry
Consumer demand for sustainable and safe products is accelerating the development of soy-based plastics. These bio-based materials are designed to reduce our reliance on petrochemicals and traditional additives, offering more…
DURABIO bio-based plastic chosen for Honda’s N-ONE e:
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation announced that its bio-based plastic, DURABIO™, will be used for the instrument panels of Honda’s latest mini electric vehicle, the N-ONE e:, which was launched on September…