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...
French Cognac brand debuts flax bottles
In France, cognac brand Maison A de Fussigny has debuted a plant-based bottle for its 2050 Organic Cognac.
Weighing just 85 grams, the Green Gen...
Pangaia launches $395 biofabricated hoodie
In New York, sustainable clothing line PANGAIA has launched a limited-edition sweatshirt made from Spiber’s Brewed Protein fiber and organic cotton.
The hoodie, called NXT Gen,...
US Navy considers weaponizing hagfish slime
In Florida, researchers at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Panama are evaluating the use of hagfish slime—a unique goo that can swell to...
MIT entrepreneur looks to use silk waste to prevent food waste
In Boston, a biotech startup called Mori is developing an edible coating that extends the shelf life of food, prevents bacterial contamination, and reduces...
German toymaker rolls out bioplastic, animal-themed playsets
In Germany, popular toymaker Playmobil has launched a sustainable toy line called Wiltopia that features bioplastic figurines and themes intended to educate children about...
Buyer of DuPont’s PTT business finally revealed
In Delaware, China’s Huafon Group has been named as the buyer of DuPont’s polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT) business. First announced in October 2020, the $240-million...
Award-winning cast concept features plant-based materials and stench-reducing design
In California, an industrial design student has created a breathable medical cast concept using plant extracts, “recycled” food, and bioplastics.
Dubbed AXO, Aadhya Krishna says...
Belgian luthier makes cello out of flax
In Belgium, a master luthier has created a cello made from a flax composite textile as an environmentally friendly alternative to the protected species...
Dutch startup uses biopolymers to restore reefs
In the Netherlands, biologists from Burger’s Zoo in Arnhem have teamed up with Delft-based startup Reefy and University of Wageningen to test materials for...