Tag: CSIRO

State of bioplastics in Australia report finds consumer confusion over bioplastics

State of bioplastics in Australia report finds consumer confusion over bioplastics

December 16, 2024 |

In Australia, growing environmental concerns have driven a surge in bioplastics, but unclear labelling for disposal is creating challenges, according to a new report from Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO. The State of bioplastics in Australia report found consumer confusion over bioplastics, with many bioplastic items ending up in landfill or contaminating recycling and composting streams.  […]

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The Bioplastics Innovation Hub launched in Australia with CSIRO and Murdoch University

The Bioplastics Innovation Hub launched in Australia with CSIRO and Murdoch University

October 24, 2024 |

In Australia, CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, and Murdoch University have launched The Bioplastics Innovation Hub, an A$8 million collaboration that will work with industry partners to develop a new generation of 100 per cent compostable plastic.   The Bioplastics Innovation Hub aims to revolutionize plastic packaging by developing biologically derived plastic that can break down […]

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