Mistletoe eyed as source of natural glue

In Quebec, researchers at McGill University are looking into the potential of mistletoe to provide a natural source of glue.  Generally known for the Christmas...

Biobased soccer balls headed to 2022 World Cup

In Qatar, the 2022 FIFA World Cup will use soccer balls produced in Pakistan using partially biobased materials.  Designed and hand-stitched by Forward Sports in...

Unilever and Genomatica partner for palm oil alternatives

In San Diego, biobased chemicals producer Genomatica and consumer giant Unilever have announced a joint venture aimed at commercializing alternatives for palm oil and...

SYNLawn introduces soybean-based putting green

In Georgia, soybean-based artificial grass maker SYNLawn has introduced a portable putting green to help golf enthusiasts practice their short game in a sustainable...

Dutch bank offers mortgage discounts for renewable construction

In the Netherlands, building a home from straw or fungi could earn you a cheaper mortgage. Introduced by Triodos, a bank headquartered in Zeist,...

Patagonia, HeiQ jointly develop mint oil odor control for fabric

In California, sustainable outdoor gear brand Patagonia and Switzerland’s HeiQ have developed mint-based textile odor control technology. Dubbed HeiQ Fresh MNT, the product uses...

DOE hands out $39 million for carbon-storing building materials

In Washington, DC, the Department of Energy has announced $39 million in R&D grants to 18 projects aimed at turning buildings into carbon storage.  Led...

adidas set to launch Yeezy-esque, Mars-inspired renewable slides

In Germany, adidas is attempting to lure sneakerheads away from Kanye West’s iconic, algae-based Yeezy line with a renewable sandal offering of its own.  Technology...

Flower power footwear: Grateful Dead sneaker and sandal line extended

In California, novelty sandal brand Sanuk has launched the sixth iteration of its Grateful Dead-themed collection of sneakers and sandals  Replete with the expected earth...

“Budding” horticulturists can enjoy bioplastic garden playset

Danish toymaker Dantoy has launched a biobased playset appropriately themed as a gardening kit.  Suitable for ages two and up, the Dantoy BioPlastic Gardening...

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Meatable hosts distinguished guests for EU’s first cultivated meat tasting

In the Netherlands, Meatable has hosted the European Union’s first cultivated meat tasting. Michelin-starred chef Ron Blaauw; Constantijn van Oranje, Prince of the Netherlands...

Cool as a cucumber (coating): Sweden’s Saveggy raises $2.1 million for edible produce preserver

In Sweden, foodtech startup Saveggy has raised €1.76 (US$2.1 million) to scale up an edible cucumber coating made from a proprietary formula of canola...

Designer develops chitin-based seed pods

In New York, designer Mara Zimmerman has developed SEAD, a seed delivery and cultivation material made from discarded seafood cells. Specifically, Zimmerman uses chitin from...