Sweden’s PaperShell converts wastepaper into durable wood substitute

In Sweden, PaperShell has developed technology to convert plant-based materials such as paper into a durable artificial wood for furniture and building materials. PaperShell’s...

Sustainable soldiers: DoD efficiency program identifies biobased weapon cleaner, lubricant and preservative

In the US, the Sustainable Technology Evaluation and Demonstration program, a Department of Defense program aimed at identifying more efficient equipment, together with the...

Fashion funds: Modern Synthesis raises $5.5 million

In London, biotech startup Modern Synthesis has raised $5.5 million to commercialize microbially-derived biomaterials. Modern Synthesis transforms nanocellulose into durable, high-quality alternatives to animal...

Café chain TOUS les JOURS adopts PHA straws

In California, TOUS les JOURS, a French-Asian bakery café chain, has begun rolling out plant-based plastic straws to store locations across the United States....

Grab your Walkman: Smith launches new biobased, 80’s-style sunglasses

In Oregon, ski goggle brand Smith has introduced retro, wraparound sunglasses meant to invoke its first 1987 design, but with a sustainable twist: biobased...

Sweet dreams: Devan Chemicals introduces sleep-promoting, renewable textile

In Belgium, Devan Chemicals is set to launch an innovative sleep-promoting textile made from a byproduct of Australian tea tree oil processing. Dubbed Devan...

Liberation Labs raises $50.5 million for precision fermentation plant

In Indiana, biomanufacturing firm Liberation Labs has closed a convertible note with $31.5 million in new capital, which, combined with $19 million of insider...

Nanollose raises $2.1 million to scale cellulose-based fibers

In Australia, Nanollose, a startup developing biodegradable fibers from cellulose sourced from agricultural waste, has raised $2.1 million to scale production.  The fundraise includes...

Bioplastics set to make inroads in the airplane seats

In Montreal, aviation news publication Simple Flying has indicated growing interest in the use of bioplastics for airplane seats to help the industry improve...

Seqens introduces biobased caprylyl for cosmetics

In France, specialty ingredient company Seqens has launched a completely biobased caprylyl glycol for cosmetics applications. Dubbed AdvensProtect 8 Green, the ingredient serves as...

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