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Biobased Polyamides: Bridging Sustainability and Performance
A look at 10 biobased polyamide options as high-performance, sustainable alternatives to traditional nylon materials.
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NEOPS®
NEOPS® is a sustainable, biomass-certified foam material from Knauf Industries, offering an eco-friendly alternative to expanded polystyrene (EPS).
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Biocement®
Biocement® is a revolutionary building material developed by North Carolina based Biomason that's created through a fusion of biology and technology.
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Mycocycle Turns Waste into Sustainable Building Materials Using Fungi
The world is grappling with the challenges of waste management and climate change. Industrial sectors, especially the construction industry, contribute significantly to this problem by generating enormous volumes of waste. Mycocycle, a pioneering green technology company, aims to address these issues by transforming waste materials into valuable, low-carbon biobased materials
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MakeGrowLab Makes Nanofibers from Local Bio Waste
Since its inception in 2016, MakeGrowLab has been at the forefront of sustainable material innovation, marrying science with design to pioneer a fully circular production model.
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Humble Bee Bio's Materials are Inspired by Bees
Humble Bio, based in Wellington, New Zealand, is recreating bioplastics from bee DNA. One of the most intriguing aspects of Humble Bee Bio’s work is the biological inspiration behind it—a particular species of solitary bee known as the Australian masked bee. This bee produces a special bioplastic to
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Arda Biomaterials
Arda Biomaterials is poised to revolutionize sustainable materials with New Grain™, an alternative leather derived from brewers’ spent grain (BSG).
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Hexafly Produces Sustainable Feed and Fertilizer from Black Flies
Ireland-based Hexafly offers sustainable food and fertilizer solutions, utilizing Black Soldier Fly larvae to produce protein and other byproducts. Yup, you read that correctly: Black soldier fly larvae. Hexafly operates Ireland’s only vertical insect farm, specializing in the Black Soldier Fly to convert food waste into valuable products like
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Newlight Technologies: Converting Greenhouse Gas into Versatile Biomaterials
Inspired by ocean microorganisms that convert methane and CO2 into polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB), Newlight Technologies embarked on a mission to replicate this process to produce high-performance, cost-effective biomaterials. The result is a unique, circular, and versatile biomaterial material called Air Carbon. Characteristics and Applications of AirCarbon AirCarbon is not just another
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WNDR Alpine: Pioneering Biobased Technologies in Outdoor Gear
Salt Lake City-based WNDR Alpine is redefining the outdoor industry with its high-performance, eco-friendly ski equipment. The company’s innovation lies in its application of biology, polymer chemistry, and materials science to achieve unique performance advantages in its backcountry skiing and riding gear. Partnering for Performance: Checkerspot Collaboration WNDR Alpine
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BioFoam®
BioFoam® is a durable and versatile material made from polylactic acid, which can be industrially composted. It has properties comparable to EPS and can be used for both molded and cut products. BioFoam® is suitable for protective packaging solutions and can be customized for various applications. It is made from
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Green-Line Wire Rope Lubricant
Green-Line Wire Rope Lubricant, from Visco Inc. in Lincoln, Nebraska, is an environmentally safe and biodegradable lubricant made from plants grown in North America. It protects wire ropes against rust, wear, and moisture, extending their lifespan. This bio-based lubricant has a strong natural attraction to metal, making it ideal for