Tackling Indonesia’s trash problem with seaweed
In Indonesia, startup Evoware is looking to combat plastic waste by producing edible, biodegradable seaweed-based packaging.
Evoware cofounder David Christian tells DogoNews the company was...
Bioplastic set to launch in UAE
In the United Arab Emirates, bioplastics made from cassava starch, vegetable oils, and organic resins are about to hit to hit shelves.
Avani, cofounded by...
Amyris adds operations chief
In California, renewable chemicals firm Amyris has appointed Eduardo Alvarez Chief Operating Officer.
Alvarez has over 30 years of experience. He served as Global Operations...
Danes may have revolutionized the tailgate with cheap, disposable grollgrill
In Denmark, a $12.99, biodegradable, disposable grill has won an entrepreneur competition sponsored by Ace Hardware and could be found on the store’s shelves...
Biobased coating to prove its mettle during desert solar race
In Australia, Covestro has announced an automotive refinish coating featuring its biobased hardener will be tested during the country’s World Solar Challenge. The coating...
Cow-free leather exhibited at Manhattan’s MoMA
In New York City, a T-shirt made of animal-free leather is being displayed at the Museum of Modern Art.
Biotechnology firm Modern Meadow used an...
Tiny, edible sensor poised to improve food safety
In Switzerland, a team of researchers have developed a sensor made out of nontoxic, edible materials that monitors the temperature of food products during...
Biopolymer turns deserts fertile
In Mexico, a biopolymer that holds nutrient-filled water for months at a time may help make deserts arable.
Developed by engineer Rafael Ríos Trejo of...
Malaysia taps rural farmers for rice straw packaging
In Malaysia, farmers from the Pertubuhan Peladang Kawasan Pendang Selatan have agreed to supply 57,000 metric tons of rice straw from 12 estates to Free...
Micronesian banana leather maker introduces second product
In Micronesia, Green Banana Paper, a maker of banana fiber-based leather substitute, will be introducing its second product—a slimmer version of its original wallet....