ProjectEx seeks $1 million for lab-grown exotic leather
In Singapore, a startup looking to grow exotic leathers in a lab has launched a $1-million, pre-seed fundraising round.
ProjectEx was was spun-out of...
Bioplastics from garbage and wood waste advance in Europe
In Europe, two government-funded projects are advancing processes to produce plastics from materials such as garbage and wood waste.
SYNPOL is working to convert the...
Soy-based Wax and Ester Plant Planned for Kentucky
In Kentucky, OG&A BioSpecialties has begun engineering, procurement and construction of its planned Owensboro biobased wax and ester production plant.
The company’s HDX hydroconversion technology...
Earthodic raises $4 million to expand presence in US
In Australia, Earthodic, a developer of biobased, water-resistant coatings, has raised $4 million to boost production and partnering in the US market. Dubbed Biobarc,...
Monaco cosmetics ingredient firm introduces natural photoprotective active
In Monaco, cosmetics actives maker Exysmol has launched a new photoprotective biomolecule that meets formulators’ needs for anti-aging, sun protection, and anti-pollution claims.
Exysmol’s communication...
The North Face, BOTTLE Consortium partner to use PHA in apparel
In New York, apparel brand The North Face has partnered with the BOTTLE Consortium to scale polyhydroxyalkanoates as a biodegradable alternative to polyester. The...
Tory Burch taps Modern Meadow for vegan leather bag
In New Jersey, fashion brand Tory Burch is using material from plant-based leather pioneer Modern Meadow in its iconic Ella tote.
Dubbed Ella Bio,...
Israeli firm raises $4.1 million for natural food coloring technology
In Israel, plant-based food coloring firm Phytolon has raised $4.1 million to advance products to market and support collaborations with potential clients.
Founded in 2018...
Global Bioenergies raises funds for France’s first biobased isobutene plant
In France, biobased isobutene producer Global Bioenergies has strengthened its cash position with public fundings that will cover its costs until early 2025.
The...
New Jersey deli worth $100 million to merge with bioplastics maker
In New Jersey, a small-town deli with an inexplicable market cap of $100 million—and viral fame as an example of stock market excess and...