Fungi funds: Ecovative raises $30 million for mushroom-based products
In New York, mycelium materials company Ecovative Design has raised $30 million in a Series E financing.
Half of the funds will be used...
Braskem parent receives controlling stake offer from Unipar
In Brazil, Reuters reports that Unipar Carbocloro has made a non-binding offer to conglomerate Novonor to acquire a controlling stake in Braskem.
Citing a...
BASF to expand biobased alkyl polyglucosides capacity
In Germany, chemicals giant BASF has announced plans to expand capacity for biobased alkyl polyglucosides in Bangpakong, Thailand and Cincinnati, OH.
APGs are secondary...
Sustainable spirits: Absolut Vodka unveils latest paper bottle
In Sweden, popular spirits producer Absolut Vodka has unveiled the latest iteration of its paper bottle design as it makes progress toward its goal of...
H&M invests in biobased resin and yarn maker Kintra Fibers
In Sweden, fast fashion giant H&M group has led an investment round in New York biobased materials startup Kintra Fibers.
Kintra’s material is designed...
WNDR Alpine launches algae-based activewear line
In Utah, ski and snowboard manufacturer WNDR Alpine has launched an activewear line made from algae.
Called the Phase Series, the clothing comes after...
PANGAIA uses Hyosung biobased spandex for activewear
In New York, athleisure brand PANGAIA has expanded its collection of plant-based activewear using biobased spandex from Hyosung.
Dubbed Motion, the collection is made...
UPM Biochemicals and Selenis to produce biobased PETG
In Finland, UPM Biochemicals and Selenis have partnered to produce partially biobased polyethylene terephthalate glycol resin, a highly transparent, FDA-approved bioplastic for applications in...
REI’s biobased trail running shoe promises lighter impact on Earth and body
In Seattle, outdoor gear and apparel brand REI Co-op has released its first running shoe in more than 40 years.
According to a press...
Notpla’s bioplastics takes Prince William’s breath away
In London, Prince William recently toured an East London facility operated by bioplastic firm Notpla, which won his Earthshot competition in 2022. During the...