Mexican students win grant for mushroom-based packaging
In Mexico, a group of students at ITESO University has been awarded a small business grant by FedEx Mexico for a packaging substitute made...
Univar, Hallstar expand renewable personal care ingredients distribution deal
In Europe, Univar has extended its exclusive distribution agreement in Italy with Hallstar to include Spain, Portugal, Greece, France, and Benelux. The deal covers...
Green Biologics, Acme Hardesty target 100% biobased esters
Green Biologics and Acme Hardesty are extending their distribution relationship in n-butanol and acetone into a joint development agreement for 100% biobased esters.
Under the...
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...
Modern Meadow’s Bio-Alloy shortlisted for three design awards
In New Jersey, biobased materials firm Modern Meadow has been named a finalist in three categories of Fast Company’s Innovation by Design Awards.
The company’s...
Aquaman star endorses algae-based sneakers
In Illinois, climbing gear brand So iLL has partnered with Aquaman star Jason Momoa to launch sneakers made from algae and other biodegradable materials,...
Fierce and functional: Antiviral jeans that protect you from COVID-19
In Switzerland, textile company HeiQ is seeing an uptick in interest for its virus-killing technology. Two fashion brands, Warp + Weft and DL1961, have...
UPM Raflatac launches new, sustainable wood-based polypropylene film material
In Finland, UPM Raflatac launched a new wood-based polypropylene film material into the market. The UPM Raflatac Forest Film label material has been developed...
Biobased sneaker pioneer Allbirds to expand into apparel
In New Zealand, green sneaker pioneer and fashion favorite Allbirds says it is expanding its product line into clothing. The new collection will include...
Athleisure Gets a Green Makeover
In Australia, fashion brand Breddy’s has received an award from sports industry group ISPO for its biobased “athleisure” pants.
Made from yarn derived from castor...