In Japan, Green Science Alliance has made 3D-printed furniture using a plant-based and biodegradable polylactic acid resin it developed in house. The company has 3D printed several items using the material, including a table, bench, shelf, lamp shade, lightning cover, flower pot and floor. “Theoretically, [we] can make any kind of furniture and objects with […]
In Minnesota, International Process Plants has leased its fermentation-based biobased acetone and butanol plant in Little Falls to Nuol Green Chemistry. The 40-million-gallon-per-year facility will play a crucial role in producing advanced biobased chemicals to replace petrochemical products with renewable alternatives. The plant features advanced fermentation systems and extensive utilities, making it an ideal site […]
In Switzerland, food-tech startup Food Brewer has raised CHF 5 million ($5.6 million) in a seed extension round that included participation from chocolatier Lindt & Sprüngli. Food Brewer is developing plant cell culture to produce cocoa and coffee alternatives. Both are increasingly difficult to cultivate conventionally due to climate change. “Lindt & Sprüngli is known for […]
In California, Verde Bioresins has partnered with Mr. Chain, a leading U.S. manufacturer of plastic barrier chains, stanchions, and crowd-control solutions, to launch a line of plastic chains made from Verde’s biobased and biodegradable PolyEarthylene resins. Designed for seamless integration into existing manufacturing processes without additional investment, PolyEarthylene offers the same high-performance mechanical properties as […]
In Seattle, Starbucks has switched to compostable cold cups and lids made out of fiber-based paperboard and bioplastic liners. The rollout covers fourteen states, including California. “I think it’s a great start and I’m thrilled Starbucks is doing this,” said Susan Keefe, director of SoCal Beyond Plastics, a nationwide nonprofit fighting plastic pollution. “There’s always […]
In the UK, bottled water brand Win Win Water has introduced plant-based, polylactic acid packaging supplied by TotalEnergies Corbion. Launched on February 18, the bioplastic bottles are produced using sustainably sourced sugarcane as feedstock. The bottles can be reused several times and also breakdown in commercial composting facilities. “Win Win water is revolutionizing sustainable hydration […]
In Japan, Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation are collaborating to use biomass-based plastics in home appliances. Under the terms of the agreement, Idemitsu Kosan will produce biomass chemicals using the mass balance method, and Mitsubishi Electric will use the bioplastics in home appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. The plastics are […]
In the Netherlands, cultivated meat company Meatable and animal-free leather producer Pelagen have partnered to improve the efficiency and scalability of producing skin tissue from animal cells. Specifically, the two companies will develop optimized media and processes to lower cost, enhance speed and efficiency, and increase quality of animal-free leather. The agreement marks a milestone […]
In the United Kingdom, bioplastics company Biome Technologies PLC announced on February 21 that it will remove itself from the AIM, a sub-market of the London Stock Exchange, due to costs and a need to raise equity. According to Alliance News, Biome shares were down 62% following the announcement. A general meeting of shareholders has […]
In London, sustainable clothing brand Volleback has made a jacket prototype out of American walnut wood. The brand hopes the jacket will show that wood has the potential to be a viable option for manufacturing clothes. “Wood is one of the most abundant building materials on the planet and it has been since the beginning of […]
