The sleeping giant! The most promising bio-based platform compound - FDCA

2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA), also known as dehydromuconic acid and furanic acid, is an organic compound consisting of two carboxylic acid groups.FDCA is a high value-added biological and chemical substance that is chemically stable and has a high melting point and is insoluble in most solvents...

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08.07.23 12:49 AM - Comment(s)
Costa Rica signed the "plastic ban", a year after the official implementation

The Costa Rican government signed a "plastic ban" on April 12, banning the sale and free distribution of plastic bags and banning plastic straws, which will be officially implemented one year later. And the "eco-coin" will be extended to many countries in Latin America.

The bill ...

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08.07.23 12:46 AM - Comment(s)
Introduction of several high grade vegetable fiber pulp

1. Sisal pulp

It is characterized by strong tear resistance, high cellulose content, high porosity, high bulkiness, high water absorption and high folding resistance. It is commonly used in high permeability and air filtration applications, electrolytic capacitors, thermal papers, recycled tobacco,...

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08.07.23 12:41 AM - Comment(s)
Volvo's first model to use green composites in mass production!

On June 12, Swiss sustainable lightweighting company Bcomp announced the application of its natural fiber composite technology AmpliTex™ in the new Volvo EX30.

This landmark project will see Bcomp's linen fiber composite used as an optional trim for the EX30 dashboard and doors. The partnership fo...

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08.07.23 12:29 AM - Comment(s)
Replacing non-biodegradable! Sustainable bio-based materials

Pollution from plastics has become a global problem, and many countries and regions in Europe and the United States have taken a number of measures to reduce plastic pollution and limit the use of plastic products:

European Union (EU): The EU has implemented a number of plastic restrictions, includ...

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19.06.23 12:34 AM - Comment(s)
In 2029, Indonesia bans all single-use plastic products!

Indonesia will completely ban single-use plastic products, including polystyrene foam used for food, single-use plastic straws, plastic cutlery, and plastic shopping bags, by the end of 2029.

This is a way to deal with packaging waste that is difficult to collect and recycle, has no economic value,...

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19.06.23 12:33 AM - Comment(s)
Philippines: 3rd violation of the plastic ban, can be sent to prison for six months!

On June 1, 2023, the local government of Danao City, Cebu Province, Philippines, announced a citywide ban on the use of plastic products by businesses.

In fact, the city's plastic ban went into effect two years ago, but was suspended during the New Crown epidemic.

City information officer Mitch Mon...

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19.06.23 12:28 AM - Comment(s)
EU warns: 18 countries may not meet garbage targets!

Circular Economy: European Commission proposes action to promote recycling in 18 member states at risk of failing to meet waste targets

In the Waste Early Warning Report, published June 8 by the European Commission's Directorate-General for the Environment, the European Commission identified a list...

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19.06.23 12:25 AM - Comment(s)
85% renewable! Dell tackles plastic pollution with bio-based plastics

Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges facing mankind today. The annual production of plastics worldwide has exceeded 430 million tons, with disposable plastics accounting for up to one-third of the total, of which 70% is directly discarded into the ocean, air and soi...

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19.06.23 12:24 AM - Comment(s)
Niine Launches India's First PLA Biodegradable Sanitary Napkin

Niine Sanitary Napkins, a leading provider of quality and affordable hygiene solutions in India, has launched the country's first PLA-based biodegradable sanitary napkins.

The pads are CIPET certified and over 90% of the pads decompose within 175 days and the rest within a year. The entire package, ...

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