Shillong researchers turn banana peels into biodegradable plastic
Researchers at St. Edmund’s College in Shillong have made a promising discovery. They developed a biodegradable plastic film using banana peels. This biomaterial naturally decomposes in soil within weeks. Plastic…
KAIST develops method to make nylon ingredients from bio-based glycerol
A team at KAIST has found a way to produce key materials for nylon using microorganisms. This method could replace traditional processes that rely on fossil fuels. The research was…
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…
Closing the Plastics Loop: Can Chemical Recycling Deliver on the Promise?
Plastic has become indispensable to modern life, yet the way we manage it tells a different story. Despite a growing focus on circularity, only 9% of plastic waste is ultimately…
Algenesis Labs earns ISO 14001 certification
Algenesis Labs, a San Diego-based sustainable materials company, has received ISO 14001:2015 certification for its Environmental Management System. The international standard recognizes organizations that demonstrate effective environmental impact management through…
Orange-scented algae could help remove microplastics from water
Orange-scented algae might become an unexpected tool to fight the growing problem of microplastic pollution in water sources. Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia have developed a special type of…
GAIA BioMaterials secures European patent for PLA-free bioplastic films
GAIA BioMaterials, a leader in biodegradable and compostable bioplastics, has received final approval for a European patent on its PLA-free film extrusion materials. The patent, filed in 2020, protects a…
Low-carbon ski gear hits the powder
Extreme sports demand high-performance materials. Strength, comfort, and durability are must-haves and plant-based options are no exception.
Vary Tech launches new plastic waste solutions
Vary Tech, a global leader in turning waste into valuable resources, announced a major step forward in plastic recycling. Working alongside Evonik and SupeZET, they introduced a new, full-process solution…