Designer taps Planet of the Grapes for vineyard waste handbags
In China, designer Meng Du has launched a line of handbags made from vineyard waste—specifically grape marc, which is made up of the skins,...
Tidal Vision converts crab waste into wastewater treatment
In Washington state, a company called Tidal Vision has created a material out of crab shells that can treat wastewater.
Tidal Vision’s process converts seafood...
Anheuser-Busch partners with UBQ for waste-based plastics in Brazil
The Brazilian arm of Anheuser-Busch InBev—the world’s largest brewer—has tapped Israel’s UBQ Materials to integrate waste-based, climate-positive thermoplastics into its packaging mix.
UBQ’s process diverts...
“Gigacorn” microbial cement startup raises $65 million
In North Carolina, a startup developing a cement alternative produced using microbes has raised $65 million in a Series C funding.
Biomason’s patented technology uses...
By land and sea: Combo motorized boat/camper/tricycle incorporates bioplastics
In Latvia, design studio Zeltini has unveiled a prototype of a motorized camper, tricycle, and boat in one. Dubbed Z-Triton 2.0, the home/vehicle for...
Saudi scientists eye date waste for filtration membranes
In Saudi Arabia, researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology are using date waste to create filtration membranes for industrial separations.
Conventional membranes...
Brazilian designers produce bicycle from natural fibers
In Brazil, two designers have created a bike from natural fibers and plant-based glue that is lighter and stronger than conventional aluminum bikes.
Guilherme Pella...
Mark Cuban backs efforts to replace college kegger’s iconic red Solo cup
In New York, a startup founded by two college students has received a $1.7-million boost from billionaire Mark Cuban and others to expand production...
Vegan bacon perfume sells out in minutes
In London, a vegan perfume formulated to smell like bacon sold out in 20 minutes. The Valentine’s Day publicity stunt, orchestrated by alternative meat...
Origin Materials eyes $750-million bioplastic precursor plant
In Ascension Parish, Louisiana, biobased materials firm Origin Materials is planning to build its second manufacturing plant.
Although the project is still subject to finalization...