Millennial unveils bioplastic made from mango peels and seaweed
In Taiwan, a young research intern at the Institute of Biological Chemistry at the Academia Sinica has developed a bioplastic from mango peels and...
UK startup creates “infinite” toothbrush
In the United Kingdom, an oral care startup is set to launch a biobased, “infinite” toothbrush that consumers can send back to the company...
Michelin joins biobased adhesive project
In France, tire giant Michelin is part of a $30.9-million project to develop a powerful, biobased adhesive over the next six years. Dubbed the...
Indian startup looks to make a dent in country’s plastic waste crisis
In India, startup EnviGreen is looking to mitigate India’s growing problem of plastic waste in waterways by developing a biodegradable, edible bag for food...
One World Products acquires Eco Bio Plastics
In New York, wholesaler One World Products has purchased Eco Bio Plastics for $600,000.
Based in Midland, Michigan, Eco Bio Plastics manufactures bioplastics for...
Chemicals trade group issues principles to support biobased plastics development in the US
In Washington, DC, American Chemistry Council has released a set of principles and definitions to promote policies that support responsible growth of commercially available...
Bugaboo offers bioplastic highchair
In New York, parenting solutions company Bugaboo has introduced a highchair made of biobased plastic and Forest Stewardship Council certified beachwood.
The chair, dubbed...
Sequinova’s cellulose sequins help fashion stay sparkly
In London, a sustainable sequins start-up has achieved the world’s first fully biodegradable sequins produced at scale.
Founded by Claire Lichfield during the pandemic...
Solabia acquires microalgae major Algatech
In France, Solabia Group has acquired Israel’s Algatech, a producer of microalgae ingredients for food and cosmetics. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Founded in 1998,...
Two friends quit jobs, create leather alternative made from cactus
In Mexico, two entrepreneurs have developed a biodegradable, vegan leather from cactus, which they named Desserto. Friends Adrian Lopez Velarde and Marte Cazarez began...