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...
Canadian researchers make polyurethane alternative from fish guts
In Newfoundland, researchers at Memorial University have described a process to turn fish heads, bones, skin and guts into a biodegradable replacement for polyurethane.
The...
Kris Jenner and Chrissy Teigen launch “plant-powered” cleaning and personal care line
In California, A-listers Kris Jenner and Chrissy Teigen have launched a home cleaning and self-care brand containing plant-based ingredients and natural aromatherapy scents.
Dubbed Safely,...