Indian startup converts temple flower waste into vegan leather
In Kanpur, India, a “flowercycling” startup has raised Rs 10+ crore ($120,000) to convert flower waste from the region’s temples into vegan leather.
The company,...
Dow triples alternative feedstock ambitions
In Michigan, major chemical producer Dow has committed to “accelerating the circular ecosystem” by transforming waste and alternative feedstock to deliver 3 million metric...
Tyson jumps deeper into Alt Protein, launches Raised & Rooted Brand
In Arkansas, Tyson Foods introduced the company’s first plant-based and blended products, along with its new Raised & Rooted brand. The initiative makes Tyson Foods the...
Supermarket chain embraces renewable packaging
In New York, popular supermarket chain Wegman’s is taking steps to improve the sustainability of its packaging, including replacing paper and plastic materials with...
Flooring Company Looks to Boost Malaysia’s Bamboo Industry
In Malaysia, a public-private partnership has been formed to research and development to find new markets for bamboo.
Bamboo flooring company Kanger International and Forest...
Biobased sanitary pads startup add Ayurveda investor
In India, biodegradable sanitary pad startup Carmesis has raised Rs. 3.44 cr ($500,000) in a pre-series A funding.
The round included investment from Samrath Bedi,...
Mushroom yoga bags from Lululemon will stretch your budget
In Vancouver, high-end athleisure brand Lululemon has begun selling two products made from Bolt Thread’s mushroom-based material. The offering includes the Meditation and Yoga...
Praj set to start PLA pilot unit
In India, Praj Industries has told Times of India that its polylactic acid pilot plant will come online by April. Scaling the biodegradable and...
TIPA and ATI solve compostable coffee capsule conundrum
In Israel, TIPA, a manufacturer of high-performance compostable materials, and packaging company ATI have introduced lids for compostable coffee capsules. Suitable for all capsules,...
Biobased charging cables? Watt a good idea!
In Washington, a major manufacturer of mobile charging tools has introduced USB-C charging cables incorporating biobased materials.
Dubbed Anker Eco Product, the outer sheath is...