Beer waste converted to nanotech
In Canada, researchers from the Institut national de la recherche scientifique and École de technologie supérieure have demonstrated the use of microbrewery waste to...
Mistletoe eyed as source of natural glue
In Quebec, researchers at McGill University are looking into the potential of mistletoe to provide a natural source of glue.
Generally known for the Christmas...
Biobased soccer balls headed to 2022 World Cup
In Qatar, the 2022 FIFA World Cup will use soccer balls produced in Pakistan using partially biobased materials.
Designed and hand-stitched by Forward Sports in...
Unilever and Genomatica partner for palm oil alternatives
In San Diego, biobased chemicals producer Genomatica and consumer giant Unilever have announced a joint venture aimed at commercializing alternatives for palm oil and...
SYNLawn introduces soybean-based putting green
In Georgia, soybean-based artificial grass maker SYNLawn has introduced a portable putting green to help golf enthusiasts practice their short game in a sustainable...
Dutch bank offers mortgage discounts for renewable construction
In the Netherlands, building a home from straw or fungi could earn you a cheaper mortgage. Introduced by Triodos, a bank headquartered in Zeist,...
Patagonia, HeiQ jointly develop mint oil odor control for fabric
In California, sustainable outdoor gear brand Patagonia and Switzerland’s HeiQ have developed mint-based textile odor control technology. Dubbed HeiQ Fresh MNT, the product uses...
DOE hands out $39 million for carbon-storing building materials
In Washington, DC, the Department of Energy has announced $39 million in R&D grants to 18 projects aimed at turning buildings into carbon storage.
Led...
adidas set to launch Yeezy-esque, Mars-inspired renewable slides
In Germany, adidas is attempting to lure sneakerheads away from Kanye West’s iconic, algae-based Yeezy line with a renewable sandal offering of its own.
Technology...
Flower power footwear: Grateful Dead sneaker and sandal line extended
In California, novelty sandal brand Sanuk has launched the sixth iteration of its Grateful Dead-themed collection of sneakers and sandals
Replete with the expected earth...