Tidal Vision converts crab waste into wastewater treatment

In Washington state, a company called Tidal Vision has created a material out of crab shells that can treat wastewater.  Tidal Vision’s process converts seafood...

Anheuser-Busch partners with UBQ for waste-based plastics in Brazil

The Brazilian arm of Anheuser-Busch InBev—the world’s largest brewer—has tapped Israel’s UBQ Materials to integrate waste-based, climate-positive thermoplastics into its packaging mix.  UBQ’s process diverts...

“Gigacorn” microbial cement startup raises $65 million

In North Carolina, a startup developing a cement alternative produced using microbes has raised $65 million in a Series C funding.  Biomason’s patented technology uses...

By land and sea: Combo motorized boat/camper/tricycle incorporates bioplastics

In Latvia, design studio Zeltini has unveiled a prototype of a motorized camper, tricycle, and boat in one. Dubbed Z-Triton 2.0, the home/vehicle for...

Saudi scientists eye date waste for filtration membranes

In Saudi Arabia, researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology are using date waste to create filtration membranes for industrial separations.  Conventional membranes...

Brazilian designers produce bicycle from natural fibers

In Brazil, two designers have created a bike from natural fibers and plant-based glue that is lighter and stronger than conventional aluminum bikes.  Guilherme Pella...

Mark Cuban backs efforts to replace college kegger’s iconic red Solo cup

In New York, a startup founded by two college students has received a $1.7-million boost from billionaire Mark Cuban and others to expand production...

Vegan bacon perfume sells out in minutes

In London, a vegan perfume formulated to smell like bacon sold out in 20 minutes. The Valentine’s Day publicity stunt, orchestrated by alternative meat...

Origin Materials eyes $750-million bioplastic precursor plant

In Ascension Parish, Louisiana, biobased materials firm Origin Materials is planning to build its second manufacturing plant.  Although the project is still subject to finalization...

Bocce goes biobased

In Georgia, artificial grass maker SYNLawn—known for using biobased ingredients, such as soy and sugarcane—has developed a line of turf specifically for Bocce.  Called SYNPro,...

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Bioplastic ballistics: Beyond Plastic and Eco Shot develop sustainable shotgun wads

In Colorado, Beyond Plastic and Eco Shot have developed a biobased material to replace petroleum-based polyethylene and polypropylene in shotgun wads. Wads are a critical...

Apple taps Sweden’s RISE for cellulose foam

In Sweden, Apple has partnered with RISE research institute to develop a biobased foam with applications in packaging, insulation, and lightweight composites. According to RISE,...

Apple leather pioneer expands capacity in Germany

In Germany, Beyond Leather Materials has significantly expanded its capacity to  produce Leap, a vegan leather made from European apple waste. Named for LEftover APples,...