Chinese research team invents wood-based straws
In China, researchers from the Central South University of Forestry and Technology in Changsha have developed an alternative to plastic straws made from de-lignified...
Oobli and Ingredion sign sweet proteins pact
In California, sweet protein startup Oobli has partnered with Ingredion to accelerate access to affordable and healthier sweetener systems.
Sweet proteins can be a foundational...
Pickleball embraces biobased materials
In Colorado, pickleball supplier Komodo has launched Komodo BioBall, a new, biodegradable pickleball.
While the company did not disclose the material, it claims the...
UK and Chilean researchers develop biobased spores that heal roads
In London, Researchers from King’s College London, Swansea University, and collaborators in Chile has developed a self-healing roads concept that leverages biobased spores. Specifically,...
Sweden’s PaperShell converts wastepaper into durable wood substitute
In Sweden, PaperShell has developed technology to convert plant-based materials such as paper into a durable artificial wood for furniture and building materials.
PaperShell’s...
Sustainable soldiers: DoD efficiency program identifies biobased weapon cleaner, lubricant and preservative
In the US, the Sustainable Technology Evaluation and Demonstration program, a Department of Defense program aimed at identifying more efficient equipment, together with the...
Fashion funds: Modern Synthesis raises $5.5 million
In London, biotech startup Modern Synthesis has raised $5.5 million to commercialize microbially-derived biomaterials.
Modern Synthesis transforms nanocellulose into durable, high-quality alternatives to animal...
Café chain TOUS les JOURS adopts PHA straws
In California, TOUS les JOURS, a French-Asian bakery café chain, has begun rolling out plant-based plastic straws to store locations across the United States....
Grab your Walkman: Smith launches new biobased, 80’s-style sunglasses
In Oregon, ski goggle brand Smith has introduced retro, wraparound sunglasses meant to invoke its first 1987 design, but with a sustainable twist: biobased...
Sweet dreams: Devan Chemicals introduces sleep-promoting, renewable textile
In Belgium, Devan Chemicals is set to launch an innovative sleep-promoting textile made from a byproduct of Australian tea tree oil processing. Dubbed Devan...