NYC art revival plan includes soy-based green space at Lincoln Center

In New York, the well-known promenade outside the MET opera and Juilliard will be made into a green space this summer using partially biobased...

Pollution-busting probiotic launched for river washing in Peru

In Peru, a new soap ingredient has been developed for washing clothes in rivers and streams that actually cleans up pollution instead of adding...

Ukrainian designer creates faux fur from hemp

In Ukraine, a design firm has developed faux fur made from hemp fibers. DevoHome created the fabric by weaving organic hemp fiber and viscose...

Guacapack Project eyes avocado waste as food spoilage solution

In Spain, a consortium of researchers is looking to convert avocado waste into shelf-life-extending food packaging. Dubbed Guacapack Project, the work is being funded...

Reese Witherspoon partners with Amyris to champion clean skincare

In California, synthetic biology and renewable chemicals maker Amyris has partnered with acting powerhouse Reese Witherspoon to promote clean beauty products.  Witherspoon, whose credits include...

Time for change: Swatch watch incorporates castor oil bioplastic

In Switzerland, trendy watch maker Swatch is staying on point with fashion trends by introducing a five-piece collection of timepieces featuring bioceramics.  The material mixes...

H&M launches shoe line with banana fiber and grape leather

In Sweden, fast-fashion giant H&M has partnered with shoe maker Good News to more broadly market footwear incorporating banana fiber, grape leather, and recycled...

Singapore joint venture targets spider silk streetwear

In Singapore, a consortium of companies have founded Spydasilk Enterprises to develop and commercialize luxury streetwear made from spider silk.  Spydasilk owners are spider silk...

Biobased adult toy makes sustainability sexy

In Berlin, boudoir brand Womanizer has launched a renewable and biodegradable adult toy line called Premium Eco. Developed in partnership with British singer/songwriter Lily...

Danimer plans $700-million bioplastic plant

In Georgia, bioplastic maker Danimer Scientific has announced a $700-million investment in polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) production capacity at Bainbridge.  The announcement closely follows Danimer signing a...

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