SYNLawn introduces soybean-based putting green
In Georgia, soybean-based artificial grass maker SYNLawn has introduced a portable putting green to help golf enthusiasts practice their short game in a sustainable...
Flower power footwear: Grateful Dead sneaker and sandal line extended
In California, novelty sandal brand Sanuk has launched the sixth iteration of its Grateful Dead-themed collection of sneakers and sandals
Replete with the expected earth...
adidas set to launch Yeezy-esque, Mars-inspired renewable slides
In Germany, adidas is attempting to lure sneakerheads away from Kanye West’s iconic, algae-based Yeezy line with a renewable sandal offering of its own.
Technology...
LIUX unveils plant-based electric vehicle
In Spain, sustainable automotive company LIUX has unveiled a 3D printed electric vehicle prototype that uses 90% recycled and plant-based materials.
Named Animal, the...
Biobased textiles featured on the red carpet
In Hollywood, California, three celebrities walked the red carpet for the 94th Academy Awards in gowns made of Lenzing’s TENCEL wood-based fibers, highlighting the...
Solvay to produce tire additive from rice waste in Italy
In Italy, chemical maker Solvay is investing at its Livorno site to manufacture its first highly dispersible silica from sodium silicate derived from rice...
Bayer issues call for renewable consumer healthcare packaging
In Germany, pharmaceutical giant Bayer has issued a “packaging challenge” as it looks for more sustainable options for its plethora of products.
The company has...
TerraVerdae acquires PolyFerm, plans PHA platform expansion
In Edmonton, bioplastics maker TerraVerdae Bioworks Inc. has signed a binding letter of intent to acquire 100% of the equity in PolyFerm Canada, a...
Neiman Marcus to phase out fur, eyes plant-based alternatives
In Texas, department store Neiman Marcus—one of the one’s largest fur sellers—is phasing out the high-end material in favor of slaughter-free alternatives. The company...
Reebok and National Geographic launch plant-based sneakers with endangered species designs
In the United Kingdom, Reebok and National Geographic have partnered on a collection of plant-based sneakers aimed at raising awareness of endangered species.
The Club...