Local algae could address Bangladesh’s water crisis
In Bangladesh, scientists from Dhaka University and Sweden’s Uppsala University are using local microalgae to generate clean water.
Pithophora—locally known as Shewla—removes cellulose nanofibers from...
Clay-based packaging extends shelf-life
In Turkey, tests have demonstrated that a film made from polyethylene and tiny “tubes” of clay were found to extend the shelf-life of tomatoes.
A...
Michelle Pfeiffer launches sustainability-focused perfume company
In Hollywood, Michelle Pfeiffer has launched a perfume company that will emphasize ingredient transparency and renewable packaging.
While safer cosmetics have transformed the beauty industry,...
Engineering students finding international success with paper-pen startup
In Southern India, two entrepreneurs have established a startup to produce paper-based pens, some of which include tree seeds that germinate as the pen...
Wood-based yarn included in smart fashion material hub
In Milan, Eastman Chemical, a producer of wood-based yarn, has joined C.L.A.S.S., a “hub” for smart material development for the fashion industry.
Eastman’s yarn, dubbed...
Chinese scientists produce moisture-resistant cellulose nanopaper
In China, researchers at Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology have converted tobacco stalks into cellulose nanopaper with improved tensile strength and water...
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...
Roquette taps Azelis for distribution pact
In France, plant-based ingredients company Roquette has appointed Azelis to distribute its products in the food and nutrition markets. Starting November 1st, the deal...
Entrepreneur takes cue from ancient cave paintings
In Nova Scotia, an entrepeneur’s vacation led to a startup idea for 100% plant-based paints.
“I was in a cave in France and looking at...
Potato-based cutlery wins Swedish design prize
In Sweden, a 24-year-old student has won the James Dyson design award for developing a bioplastic made from potato husk.
Pontus Norquist received the 22...