In Pennsylvania, ASTM International has developed a standard (E3503) that will address a specific need in the ethanol industry: measuring corn kernel fiber conversion for various applications, including regulatory pathways. The standard was developed by the biomass conversion subcommittee (E48.05), part of ASTM’s bioenergy and industrial chemicals from biomass committee (E48). According to ASTM member Tessa […]
In Pennsylvania, Optimus Technologies signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. Under this agreement, Mitsui has secured the exclusive rights as a distributor of Optimus’ Vector System™ and related products in Japan, India, and ASEAN countries. The partnership highlights the rising demand for low-carbon liquid fuels and reinforces biodiesel’s role as a […]
In Pennsylvania, UGI Energy Services, LLC, a subsidiary of UGI Corporation announced a partnership with The City of Philadelphia to supply Renewable Natural Gas for the City’s Compressed Natural Gas powered trash compactors. Under the agreement, the City will purchase clean biogas sourced from Pennsylvania and regional landfills, helping to reduce landfill flaring and grow […]
In Pennsylvania, sustainable yoga products maker JadeYoga has introduced a new yoga mat using only natural rubber and repurposed mushroom material. Dubbed Jade Mushroom Mat™, each mat contains zero synthetic materials and is manufactured with 100% renewable energy. From a performance perspective, the mat is also softer, lighter, and more comfortable than traditional natural rubber […]
In Pennsylvania, Ethan Albright, a Hempfield High teen and fishing enthusiast, has won third place at the recent International Science and Engineering Fair with biodegradable fishing lures. Made from calcium lactate, gelatin, corn starch, and sodium alginate, Albright’s lures biodegrade in about 16 days and are intended to cut down on plastics waste found in […]
In Pennslylvania, Shivani Chawla, a biomaterials engineer student at the University of Pennsylvania, has turned discarded seafood shells and cellulose pulp into vibrant, sustainable art that is not only visually stunning but also responds to environmental changes like UV exposure. Growing up hiking through the forests of Colorado and New Jersey, Shivani developed a deep […]
In Pennsylvania, Fitesa, a leader in raw materials for the hygiene, medical, and industrial markets, is using biobased high-density polyethylene produced by Braskem in nonwoven applications. Optimized for Spunbond processes, the new HDPE grade is made from made from bioethanol and features enhanced spinning stability and optimal melting and Vicat temperatures. It is also fFully […]
In Pennsylvania, Optimus Technologies announced the production launch of its latest Vector System, a fuel system technology that enables heavy-duty engines to operate on 100% biodiesel (B100). The system is now available for integration into trucks equipped with the International S13 engine platform via ship-thru from Fontaine Modification. The Vector System offers Class 8 fleets […]
In Pennsylvania, Dropps, a certified B Corporation and leader in sustainable home care products, has launched its biobased 4-in-1 Plus Oxi Power Laundry Detergent Pods in select Target stores and online. The pods feature an 84% USDA Certified Biobased formula, offering a plant-based alternative to conventional laundry detergents. Designed to minimize environmental impact, the pods […]
In Pennsylvania, as part of a review initiated by Air Products’ newly-elected Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer, the company announced its decision to exit three projects in the U.S. As a result, Air Products expects to record a pre-tax charge not to exceed $3.1 billion in its fiscal 2025 second quarter, primarily to […]
