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...
“Budding” horticulturists can enjoy bioplastic garden playset
Danish toymaker Dantoy has launched a biobased playset appropriately themed as a gardening kit. Suitable for ages two and up, the Dantoy BioPlastic Gardening...
Sustainable spirits: Absolut trials biobased bottle caps
In Sweden, vodka behemoth Absolut is trialing biobased bottle caps ahead of commercial launch in 2023.
Developed in partnership with Blue Ocean Closures, the caps...