Natural hand sanitizer lands on Australian shelves

In Australia, botanical antimicrobial hand sanitizer firm Elyptol Australia Pty. Ltd. has added Chemist Warehouse to its global retail network. "Consumers are now far more...

Seaweed-based straw launches kickstarter in bid to address ocean’s plastics crisis

In Manhattan, edible dinnerware startup Loliware has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the rollout of a drinking straw made from seaweed. Dubbed Lolistraw, the...

DEINOVE advances first ingredient to commercial launch

In France, industrial biotechnology firm DEINOVE is set to commence production of its first carotenoid for cosmetics and nutrition applications. DEINOVE’s fermentation platform has...

Sea fungus is an untapped source for skin benefits 

In India, scientists at the TERI-Deakin Nano Biotechnology Centre in New Delhi are compiling data on the potential cosmeceutical applications of marine fungi. “Improvements in...

L’Oréal set to launch 100% plant-based hair dyes

In France, hair-care heavyweight L’Oréal plans to launch a new professional-use color line made from 100% plant-based sources. Dubbed Botena, the launch uses botanical dyes...

Last-minute gift ideas for your eco-conscious friends

In New York, Huffington Post has compiled a list of environmentally friendly gifts for the green consumer on your holiday shopping list. Products made from...

MIT hopes to one day replace your desk lamp with a glowing plant 

In Massachusetts, scientists at MIT have created plants that produce light by infusing them with firefly enzymes. "The vision is to make a plant that...

Half-pipe hero doubles down on sustainability

In Vermont, ubiquitous snowboard maker Burton has announced 2020 sustainable product goals that expand on its already strong record. The company, which uses biobased resins...

Healthy “milk-style” chocolate launch taps British biobased packaging firm 

In Ireland, a health food brand known for its dairy-free ice cream has teamed up with plant-based packaging firm Parkside.  Nobó will use Parkside’s...

Mazda expands use of bioplastics to exterior elements

In Japan, Mazda is expanding the use of bioplastics in exterior car components, including larger parts such as grills. Mazda developed the bioplastic and...

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