Futerro files permits for French PLA site
In France, biobased chemicals maker Futerro has requested the relevant permits for its planned lactic acid and polylactic acid plant in France.
The plant, which...
Gluten-sensitive crowd should be wary of biodegradable tableware
In Spain, researchers at University of Seville have found that biodegradable tableware made from wheat straw or bran can trigger reactions in gluten-sensitive individuals....
Astroturf announces biobased materials milestone
In Georgia, AstroTurf® Corporation announced that it has installed more than 2 million square feet of its biobased RootZone® GT-B AstroTurf, delivering enough emissions...
AFYREN confirms drawdown of €7 million
In France, biobased chemicals maker AFYREN has secured €7 million (US$8.2 million) in additional financing for its subsidiary Afyren Neoxy.
The subsidiary reached continuous...
New Bellroy wallet line taps Modern Meadow for biobased leather
In Australia, accessories brand Bellroy has introduced a line of wallets made from Modern Meadow’s INNOVERA-brand plant-based leather, which is composed of more than...
BLUETTI unveils partially biobased portable power station at CES 2026
In Nevada, power station firm BLUETTI has unveiled a new model made with partially biobased materials at the popular CES 2026 technology trade show....
Planet-friendly pyrotechnics: Fireworks industry adopts renewable materials
In the United Kingdom, Chorlton Fireworks is leading a fireworks industry charge to replace plastic components with biodegradable materials where possible. Chorlton is already...
Popular Nivea skin cream gets natural ingredient makeover
In Germany, Beiersdorf has launched a line extension for its best-selling Nivea Crème that is 99% natural-origin ingredients—a feat that took six years of...
Argentinian students win Industria Inspira contest with sodium alginate water capsules
In Argentina, four students have won the Industria Inspira national contest for creating edible and biodegradable capsules that holding drinking water.
Made of sodium...
EcoChic Bio-Plastics and American Wholesale Hemp put down roots in Oklahoma City
In Oklahoma, EcoChic Bio-Plastics and American Wholesale Hemp have selected Oklahoma City as the US fulfillment hub of their global partnership.
Under the terms...