Amyris links with Queer Eye alum for haircare brand
In California, synthetic biology firm Amyris is launching a haircare brand with beauty influencer Jonathan Van Ness.
The partnership aims to “de-gender and revolutionize the...
Austrian researchers hatch plan to protect eggs
In Austria, researchers have found a microorganism that eliminates germs from hatching eggs and could one day replace current chemical-based methods.
Hatcheries usually prevents bacterial...
Holy guacamole: Chipotle converts avocado waste into sustainable fashion
In California, fast-casual burrito mainstay Chipotle has launched a line of apparel made using avocado pits from its guacamole supply chain.
Dubbed Chipotle Goods, the...
Middle East taps Scandinavia for biobased food packaging
In Denmark, biobased packaging company Field Advice is looking to expand into the Mideast market.
The company signed a memorandum of agreement with Dubai’s Alpha...
Bacterial biocides to replace harmful alternatives in marine coatings
In Portugal, BioMimetx is developing anti-fouling paint additives made from bacteria.
BioMimetx’s additives prevent the buildup of algae, seaweed, and bacteria on boats that can...
Sea-Land Chemical Company tapped to distribute renewable base oils
In Indiana, Sea-Land Chemical Company has agreed to market, sell, warehouse and support Biosynthetic Technologies' full product portfolio of renewable, biodegradable, and nontoxic biosynthetic...
Hempcrete project awarded EPA grant
In California, EPA has awarded $12,000 to a lab at the University of California, Riverside to evaluate an alternative hempcrete production process.
The work will...
Swedish outdoor apparel brand launches 100% biobased coat
In Sweden, outdoor apparel brand Tierra has launched a jacket made 100% from biobased materials. Dubbed Deterra, the jacket’s exterior fabric is made of...
“Minimalist” shoes a step toward greener living
In San Diego, self-described “barefoot” and “minimalist” shoe maker VIVOBAREFOOT is planning a new product line made with polymer made from industrial field corn.
Dubbed...
Biobased products take centerstage at Davos
In Switzerland, sustainable innovations was a key focus of the recent World Economic Forum at Davos, where leaders gathered to discuss the world’s most...