Smart Resilin and Acies Bio partner to commercialize plastic alternative
In Israel, Smart Resilin and Acies Bio have partnered to develop and commercialize resilin, a recombinant structural protein that is a promising alternative to...
Teijin obtains ISCC for polycarbonate made from biobased BPA
In Japan, Teijin Limited has received ISCC PLUS sustainable-product certification from the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification for polycarbonate resin made from biomass-derived bisphenol...
Vending machine coffee gets greener
In Italy, coffee products maker Lavazza has introduced biodegradable and recyclable paper cups for use in coffee vending machines.
Most paper cups for hot beverages...
Miniland toys adds biobased materials to toy time
In Miami, educational toymaker Miniland has reported progress on its sustainability initiatives, including efforts to produce eco-friendly toys and games made of biobased materials....
Malaysia steps up biobased collaborations
In Malaysia, the country’s Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation sees potential biobased and innovation collaborations emerging from the Astana Expo 2017.
The ministry said...
Biotech Routes to Fragrances Threaten Small Farmers
In Italy. The production of high-value flavor and fragrance ingredients via genetically modified yeast and bacteria is expected to increase, but agricultural experts say the...
Biodegradable cooler launches in time for Earth Day
In California, biodegradable coolers made from molded pulp have shipped to outdoor retailer REI in time for Earth Day. “Single-use products, like plastic bottles...
NatureWorks and IMA create compostable coffee pod
In Minnesota, a two-year partnership between IMA Coffee and polylactic acid producer NatureWorks has resulted in the development of a compostable coffee pod. Unveiled...
Multinational licenses Bio-on bioplastic technology for plants in Asia, Europe
In Italy, Bio-on has signed licensing agreements with an undisclosed, multinational company to use Bio-on’s biobased polyhydroxyalkanoates production technology in new plants planned for...
New Jersey couple looks to kickstart leaf-based disposable tableware
In New Jersey, the husband and wife team behind 4eSync is launching a line of disposable tableware made from the leaves of the Arecanut...