New Jersey deli worth $100 million to merge with bioplastics maker
In New Jersey, a small-town deli with an inexplicable market cap of $100 million—and viral fame as an example of stock market excess and...
Mattel launches biobased toys, wants to encourage “green behaviors” through pretend play
In California, toymaker Mattel has introduced carbon neutral toys, including two playsets with 56% plant-based content, as it works toward its goal of achieving...
Lenny Kravitz wants to share “love” and “a healthy mouth” via plant-based oral health...
In New York, a plant-based toothpaste company that counts Grammy-winning rocker Lenny Kravitz as its chief creative officer has expanded into offering mouthwash, whitening...
DOE supports Bridgestone’s tireless efforts in guayule-based rubber
In Arizona, leading tire manufacturer Bridgestone has been awarded a Department of Energy Joint Genome Institute grant to advance development of natural rubber from...
DiCaprio invests in climate-focused VC fund
In California, Leonardo DiCaprio has invested in the $45-million debut fund of Regeneration.VC, an early-stage venture capital firm focused on climate and sustainability.
Co-led by...
Biobased textiles featured on the red carpet
In Hollywood, California, three celebrities walked the red carpet for the 94th Academy Awards in gowns made of Lenzing’s TENCEL wood-based fibers, highlighting the...
Designer Tom Ford names plastics innovation prize finalists
In New York, fashion designer Tom Ford has announced the finalists for the Ocean-Safe Alternatives Competition’s Plastic Innovation Prize.
The eight finalists include three companies—Kelpi,...
Frito-Lay revisits compostable packaging with quieter design
In Texas, snack giant Frito-Lay has introduced 100% biobased packaging that is industrially compostable and—unlike its first foray into renewable packaging—quiet.
Developed in partnership with...
Neiman Marcus to phase out fur, eyes plant-based alternatives
In Texas, department store Neiman Marcus—one of the one’s largest fur sellers—is phasing out the high-end material in favor of slaughter-free alternatives. The company...
California company claims world’s first biodegradable sneaker
In California, new sustainable footwear brand Blueview has launched what it claims to be the world’s first biodegradable shoe.
Dubbed Blueview Pacific and retailing for...