Canadian brand looks to penetrate condom market with natural latex

In Canada, a newly launched sexual wellness brand is selling biodegradable condoms that eschew the “unnecessary and harmful” ingredients found in mass-marketed prophylactics. Dubbed...

London design studio unveils biodegradable COVID-19 test concept

In London, industrial design studio Morrama has developed a prototype rapid test for COVID-19 that is biodegradable and recyclable. They hope the design will...

BMW to use BASF’s biobased corrosion-protection coatings

In Germany, BMW has become the first OEM to use partially renewable automotive coatings produced by chemicals giant BASF.  The BMW Group will use BASF...

German brand launches vegan mountain biking shoe

In Germany, outdoor brand Doghammer has claimed the world’s first 100% vegan mountain bike shoe. Dubbed Bike Graveler, the shoe includes alternative leather, canvas,...

“Horniculture” Society promotes safe senior sex with biodegradable, veggie-themed condoms

In the United Kingdom, a cheeky public relations campaign is promoting safe sex among the over 65s by launching veggie-themed condoms in garden centers.  The...

Michelin boosts renewable content of e-bike racing tires

In France, tire giant Michelin has launched tires for motorcycling racing that contain several biobased materials, including natural rubber, oil from orange and lemon...

Duke University to install biobased turf for field hockey

In North Carolina, Duke University will soon become the first collegiate field hockey program in the United States to use AstroTurf's Poligras Tokyo GT...

Former soccer star named CEO of biobased chemicals company

In Paris, GFBiochemicals has raised €15 million ($15.8 million) in a Series A funding round and named Mathieu Flamini, company cofounder and former professional...

Whiskey Business: Macallan uses cacao pod waste for packaging

In Scotland, famed whiskey distiller Macallan has launched a limited edition Fine Cacao whiskey that uses cacao pod waste for its packaging. The single-malt...

Nanollose Limited and von Holzhausen sign microbial cellulose materials pact

In Australia, biomaterials startup Nanollose Limited is collaborating with California leather alternative firm von Holzhausen. Under the terms of the agreement, Nanollose will provide...

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