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Kuura Fibre
Kuura is an innovative textile fibre developed by Metsä Spring offering a sustainable alternative in the textile industry, emphasizing environmental responsibility and circular economy principles.
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Are bioplastics here to stay?
Plus: Industry Insights, Research, Product Releases, Links and Community Opportunities
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Biobased Updates
This week, we delve into the exciting strides made by leading companies and emerging players dedicated to advancing biobased materials and processes.
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Disrupting the Carbon Black Industry with Biobased Alternatives
Including innovative biobased options from Origin Materials and Nature Coatings. Plus: Mycelium in Fashion, Flax Composites for Automobiles, and Industry News
Sonichem Leads £600K Innovate UK Project for Sustainable Automotive Materials
Sonichem is spearheading an Innovate UK-funded consortium with a £600,000 grant to revolutionize the automotive industry by introducing sustainable, bio-based materials.
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Hempitecture: Pioneering Eco-Friendly and Biobased Insulation Solutions
While conventional insulation companies use non-biodegradable and toxic materials, Hempitecture offers eco-friendly and healthy insulation products made from natural fibers, such as hemp.
Washington University Innovates Plastics Production with Synthetic Biology Center
A team of researchers at the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis has launched the Synthetic Biology Manufacturing of Advanced Materials Research Center (SMARC) to combat the environmental damage caused by the excessive use and disposal of plastic. The center's mission is to push
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5 Renewable and Bio-based Alternatives to Fossil-Based Carbon Black
These bio-based carbon black alternatives offer sustainable, versatile solutions across industries, significantly reducing CO2 emissions and environmental impact.
Plastics & Rubber
How Ourobio is Transforming Industrial Waste into Biomaterials
Ourobio is co-producing PHA and bio-based pigments from low-value organic waste byproducts.
BASF and Carlisle Construction Materials Investigate Zero Carbon Footprint Isocyanate Use
BASF and Carlisle Construction Materials have partnered to explore the use of Lupranate ZERO (Zero Emission, Renewable Origin), an isocyanate with a claimed zero carbon footprint, in the production of thermal insulation materials for buildings. Lupranate ZERO is used to create MDI polyisocyanurate boards and rigid polyurethane foam. Carlisle Construction
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Issue #2: Bioweekly Newsletter
What's new in the bio-products space? It's a sector that's constantly evolving, and the following stories just scratch the surface of recent developments in new biomaterials and applications.
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ecovio® (PBAT, PLA)
Ecovio® is a high-quality bioplastic developed by BASF, characterized by its compostability and partial bio-based composition.