Dow unveils biobased EPDM

In Germany, chemical giant Dow has launched biobased ethylene propylene diene terpolymers, a rubber material category that is used in weatherseals and hoses for...

Thermo Fisher launches plant-based bioprocessing containers

In Massachusetts, lab supply giant  Thermo Fisher Scientific is using plant-based materials for single use bioprocessing containers. Such BPCs are vital for developing and...

Lab/nightmare factory creates living robot capable of smiling

In Japan, researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a living robot capable of smiling in response to stimuli. The creepy, two-dimensional breakthrough came...

Symrise introduces biobased, B.O.-busting ingredient

In Germany, specialty chemical company Symrise has launched SymDeo PMD green, a naturally derived deodorizing ingredient for strong body odor protection. The 100% biobased ester...

Chiba University team explores converting cuttlefish ink into bioplastic

In Japan, researchers at Chiba University have converted melanin sourced from cuttlefish ink into a bioplastic. “From a resource perspective, the melanin concentrated in the...

Re:Right debuts seaweed bioplastic pavilion for Glastonbury festival

In the UK, sustainable design firm Re:Right Design has created a pavilion for the upcoming Glastonbury performing arts festival that is meant to showcase...

Technip Energies acquires glycol purification tech from Shell

In Paris, engineering and technology firm Technip Energies has acquired a glycol purification technology from Shell Catalysts & Technologies that will accelerate commercialization of...

Biobased antivirals could help curb the next coronavirus pandemic

In Finland, researchers at University of Jyväskylä have discovered a biobased antiviral material that can be applied to protective gear and public surfaces to...

AstroTurf earns USDA Certified Biobased Product Label

In Georgia, AstroTurf Corporation has earned the U.S. Department of Agriculture Certified Biobased Product Label for AstroTurf Rootzone® 3D3 Blend GT-B. The product offers grass-like...

Natural Material Studio creates complete home furnishing set with bioplastic

In Denmark, Natural Material Studio has designed an entire home interior, including dining room, lounge, and bedroom, using bioplastic. Dubbed Utopia, the installation uses the...

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In New York, beverage company Yerba Madre and design studio Basura have partnered to create shoes out of dirt, organic fibers, and acacia gum...