Kia’s latest electric SUV features hemp, mycelium, and flax
In South Korea, automaker Kia has unveiled a new concept car with an emphasis on renewable materials. The SUV EV2, exhibited at Milan Design...
Under Armour, UNLESS create completely plant-based hoodies and shorts
In Milan, popular athleisure brand Under Armour has partnered with UNLESS, a company known for producing completely renewable garments, to create a capsule collection...
Continental develops 100% bioplastic key fob
In Germany, automotive parts manufacturer Continental has developed a new key fob that is 100% bioplastic, earning the company a nomination for the 2024...
Arkema converts acrylic thickeners to biobased feedstocks
In France, specialty chemical maker Arkema has converted its full line of acrylic thickeners produced in Europe to 30% biobased content. The move lowers...
Emirates Biotech Selects SAMSUNG E&A to build Abu Dhabi PLA plant
In the United Arab Emirates, Emirates Biotech has selected SAMSUNG E&A as the contractor for its upcoming polylactic acid production plant in the United...
Bellroy taps Modern Meadow for renewable materials
In Australia, wallet and bag leader Bellroy will use sustainable materials produced by Modern Meadow in select consumer “carry goods.”
Specifically, Bellroy will use...
PANGAIA introduces castor oil-based athletics line
In London, sustainable materials and fashion brand PANGAIA has launched a new athletic wear line from 100% castor oil-based polyamide. Dubbed PLNT Nylon, the...
Buscar acquires 50% stake in hemp bioplastics maker Terramer.
In California, Buscar Company, a diversified holding company focused on natural resources and sustainable energy, has acquired a 50% stake in hemp bioplastics makter...
Covation Biomaterials unveils BioPTMEG
In China, biobased materials company Covation Biomaterials is set to launch CovationBio bioPTMEG, a biobased polytetramethylene ether glycol. BioPTMEG is a biobased alternative to...
New press-on nails concept is biobased and reusable
In Colorado, researchers at the ATLAS Institute have created biodegradable press-on nails made from algae agar and chitosan sourced seashells.
Dubbed Bio-e-Nails, the University...