Green alternative to PET could be even greener
In the Netherlands, polymer chemists from the University of Groningen, led by Prof. Katja Loos, have described an enzyme-based polymerization method for furan-based polyester...
Biodegradable and recyclable preservation fluid now an option for subsea equipment
In Texas, Universal Subsea Inc. developed a new preservation fluid for subsea marine equipment that is lightweight, nontoxic, and biodegradable. The fluid protects subsea...
Flax fiber skis and snowboards hit the slopes
In the United Kingdom, flax fibers are becoming more prevalent as part of the layers in skis and snowboards as a biobased alternative. While...
Forget the bug spray – just paint some stripes on to protect against bloodsucking...
In Sweden, a study by researchers from Sweden and Hungary shows that white, painted stripes on the body protect skin from insect bites. It...
Castor oil based membrane in new jacket
In France, Picture Organic Clothing introduced a new 20k/20k membrane made from caster oil in their new Harvest Jacket and Bib. The membrane, called...
100% Kona coffee now in biobased, recyclable coffee pods
In California, Pooki’s Mahi added 100% Kona KaKao coffee in bio-based pods in a limited release to their 100% Kona coffee product line giving...
From car interiors to well drilling, kenaf plant brings promise to biobased products
In Thailand, kenaf has been around for thousands of years, can be harvested in just a few months, and is one of the most...
Super durable bioplastic derived from ‘doodoo’
In Sweden, a new, fossil-free bioplastic is emerging that is more durable than both regular plastic and other bioplastics, and is potentially better suited...
Plant based ingredients target skin conditions caused by blue light
In France, BASF’s Care Creations presented several new active ingredients that were derived from the research activities of the company’s innovation platforms on epigenetics,...
UCapture platform helps emission reduction in online shopping
In Switzerland, sustainability solutions provider South Pole has partnered with UCapture, a green-tech platform that helps inject climate consciousness into online shopping. The two...