Porsche introduces race car with hemp body
In Germany, Porsche is using hemp within the body of one of its race cars.
Porsche’s 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport uses a composite made from...
Iran eyes biobased, “nano-mulch” to prevent dust storms
In Iran, scientists are developing “nano-mulch” made from sugarcane extract that helps combat the region’s devastating dust storms. The product, developed by researchers at...
Transparent wood, cigarette butt bricks top sustainable construction breakthroughs
In the United Kingdom, renewable solutions are helping the construction industry—the cause of nearly half of the country’s carbon emissions—become a little greener. Planning...
Bioplastic earns top science fair prize for teen scientist
In California, young scientist Jacqueline Prawira has won a top award at the BROADCOM Masters science fair for her bioplastics made from paper, cotton,...
Sustainable kitty litter brand set to expand distribution
In Miami, a sustainable kitty litter firm has entered into a partnership that will get it distributed in more than 4,500 independent retailers in...
Samyang plans isosorbide plant
In South Korea, Samyang is planning to build a renewable isosorbide manufacturing facility with capacity to produce 10,000 tons per year.
"This year we will...
Tokyo Tech researchers report bioplastic catalyst breakthrough
In Tokyo, scientists at Tokyo Institute of Technology have developed a catalyst for oxidizing 5-hydroxymethyl furfural, a key step in making the bioplastic polyethylene...
Indian oil companies support biodegradable feminine hygiene initiative
In India, several leading oil marketing companies have partnered to build manufacturing centers for biodegradable sanitary napkins.
The centers, to be opened in Odisha, will...
Potato waste fiberboard alternative addresses furniture industry waste
In London, two designers are using waste potato peels to produce Chip Board, an eco-friendly alternative to medium-density fiberboard.
MDF is commonly used to produce...
‘Tis the season: UK researchers find use for discarded Christmas trees
In the United Kingdom, researchers at the University of Sheffield say they have developed a way to convert old Christmas trees into products such...