Category: Chemicals & Materials

CJ Biomaterials, NatureWorks sign deal to commercialize novel biopolymer solutions

CJ Biomaterials, NatureWorks sign deal to commercialize novel biopolymer solutions

November 17, 2022 |

In Massachusetts, CJ Biomaterials and NatureWorks have signed an agreement to collaborate on the development of sustainable materials solutions based on CJ Biomaterials’ PHACT Biodegradable Polymers and NatureWorks’ Ingeo biopolymers. CJ Biomaterials is a division of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang and a producer of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) The two companies will develop high-performance biopolymer solutions that […]

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P2 Science launches a biobased range of pigment dispersions

P2 Science launches a biobased range of pigment dispersions

November 17, 2022 |

In Connecticut, green chemistry firm P2 Science (P2) announced the launch of a range of biobased and patented pigment dispersions under the tradename Citrosperse.  The line of 10 color dispersions was developed in collaboration with American Colors,  of Sandusky, OH and is marketed exclusively by P2. Like other P2 products, the Citrosperse range is built […]

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Hot, Superhot, Uberhot: The leading lights in renewable Chemicals & Biomaterials make big moves

Hot, Superhot, Uberhot: The leading lights in renewable Chemicals & Biomaterials make big moves

November 15, 2022 |

Among the newest adopters, we’re reporting this week that cactus leather slip-ons prove G.H. Bass isn’t “loafing about” on sustainability. In addition Tarform has revved up use of renewables for its electric motorcycles, using a flaxseed and biobased resin composite dyed with algae-based pigments. Finally, Germany’s Playmobil will soon expand its Wiltopia bioplastic range of […]

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Cactus leather slip-ons prove G.H. Bass isn’t “loafing about” on sustainability

Cactus leather slip-ons prove G.H. Bass isn’t “loafing about” on sustainability

November 14, 2022 |

In Minneapolis, iconic shoe brand and penny loafer inventor G.H. Bass has produced two versions of its Weejun loafer using cactus leather. Manufactured by Desserto, the material was launched in 2020 and has already attracted interest from BMW, Givenchy, and Everlane. Desserto also recently signed a distribution agreement with fast fashion mainstay H&M, vegconomist reports. […]

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Electric motorcycle revs up use of renewables

Electric motorcycle revs up use of renewables

November 14, 2022 |

In Brooklyn, Tarform has launched an electric motorcycle that incorporates several biobased materials. Dubbed Luna, the bike’s body is made from a flaxseed and biobased resin composite dyed with algae-based pigments. A leather alternative made from either pineapple, mango, or corn is used for the Luna’s seat, and recycled aluminum is used for its frame. […]

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Theater group’s cardboard Trojan horse weighs whopping 1.5 tons

Theater group’s cardboard Trojan horse weighs whopping 1.5 tons

November 14, 2022 |

In the United Kingdom, a theater group’s giant cardboard Trojan Horse has broken the Guinness World Record for the country’s largest cardboard sculpture. Assembled by 180 volunteers for Animated Object’s “illumination event” production—The Odyssey: An Epic Adventure on the Yorkshire Coast—the horse weighs over 1.5 tons, presumably without any soldiers inside. The 99% biodegradable prop […]

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German toymaker expands line of bioplastic play sets

German toymaker expands line of bioplastic play sets

November 14, 2022 |

In Germany, Playmobil will soon expand its Wiltopia bioplastic range of play sets to include a Tropical Jungle Playground and a Paddling Tour with River Dolphins. Set to launch in 2023, the new sets come after Playmobil’s first bioplastic toy offering—an animal-themed playset—continues to collect accolades. The set has been named 2022’s most successful sustainable […]

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Success of biobased noodle cups feeds further collaboration 

Success of biobased noodle cups feeds further collaboration 

November 14, 2022 |

In the Netherlands, Be Good Friends and TotalEnergies Corbion have formally entered into a long-term collaborative arrangement for application development and supply of TotalEnergies Corbion’s Luminy® PLA [polylactic acid]. BGF recently launched a single-use, 100% biobased and biodegradable noodle cup in South Korea. The foamed cup is the result of a joint development and uses […]

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Date waste furniture and fish scale lamps among Dubai Design Week’s exhibits

Date waste furniture and fish scale lamps among Dubai Design Week’s exhibits

November 14, 2022 |

In Dubai, design consortium/incubator and registered “FabLab” Tashkeel showcased furniture made from date waste and a floor lamp made from fish scales at Dubai Design Week. The exhibit is part of Tashkeel’s Taween program, which selects emerging designers from the United Arab Emirates. This year’s group focused on novel materials. Designs included a table made […]

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Macroalgae plastics startup announces €2-million seed round

Macroalgae plastics startup announces €2-million seed round

November 14, 2022 |

In Amsterdam, Biotic has raised €2 million in a seed round that the bioplastics startup will use to build a plant, optimize processes, and increase production capacity. Biotic’s poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) thermoplastic polymers fit a wide range of plastic applications, from flexible to ruggedized, and are produced using macroalgae as feedstock. Macroalgae can be naturally grown in […]

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