Sashay away, petroleum: Ecopel launches plant-based faux fur

In Shanghai, Ecopel has launched a partially plant-based faux fur dubbed KOBA. The new material incorporates SORONA, a corn-based fiber manufactured by DuPont. While animal...

Vegan sneaks get nod from A-listers

In Milan, entrepreneur Umberto de Marco has launched a vegan sneaker brand made from recycled materials and biobased plastics. Dubbed Yatay—the name of a palm...

Zero-waste juice bar generates buzz

In Bengaluru, entrepreneur Anandraj BSN’s otherwise unremarkable juice bar has become an Instagram darling thanks to his zero-waste policy of serving his wares in...

Mattel rolls out first bioplastic toy sets

In California, toy giant Mattel is set to begin selling building block sets made from bioplastics. The Mega Bloks line for pre-schoolers now includes...

Colorado researchers create self-healing “Frankenstein” concrete

In Colorado, scientists have created a living concrete substitute using cyanobacteria that absorbs carbon and can actually repair itself. University of Colorado Boulder professor Wil...

Spanish company launches potato-based plastic

In Spain, sustainable plastics company Kompuestos has unveiled packaging for fruits and vegetables made entirely of potato starch. The bioplastic, which will be sold within...

Biobased products take centerstage at Davos

In Switzerland, sustainable innovations was a key focus of the recent World Economic Forum at Davos, where leaders gathered to discuss the world’s most...

Vending machine coffee gets greener

In Italy, coffee products maker Lavazza has introduced biodegradable and recyclable paper cups for use in coffee vending machines. Most paper cups for hot beverages...

Itaconix and Nouryon terminate chelates deal

In the United Kingdom, Itaconix and chemical giant Nouryon have mutually agreed to terminate an agreement in which Nouryon exclusively distributes Itaconix’s biobased chelating...

Kelp straw producer raises $6 million

In Manhattan, edible straw startup Loliware has raised $5.9 million to scale production and further R&D. Loliware produces straws from kelp, and aims to eventually...

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Seaweed dress worn by Chappell Roan highlights fashion’s renewable future

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