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...

Bocce goes biobased

In Georgia, artificial grass maker SYNLawn—known for using biobased ingredients, such as soy and sugarcane—has developed a line of turf specifically for Bocce.  Called SYNPro,...

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Planet-friendly pyrotechnics: Fireworks industry adopts renewable materials

In the United Kingdom, Chorlton Fireworks is leading a fireworks industry charge to replace plastic components with biodegradable materials where possible. Chorlton is already...

Popular Nivea skin cream gets natural ingredient makeover

In Germany, Beiersdorf has launched a line extension for its best-selling Nivea Crème that is 99% natural-origin ingredients—a feat that took six years of...

Argentinian students win Industria Inspira contest with sodium alginate water capsules

In Argentina, four students have won the Industria Inspira national contest for creating edible and biodegradable capsules that holding drinking water. Made of sodium...