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3D-printed automotive parts
Automotive & Mobility
Fiber-reinforced Polyamide for 3D Printing Boasts Low Moisture AbsorptionFiber-reinforced Polyamide for 3D Printing Boasts Low Moisture Absorption

Compounder Lehvoss partners with Evonik to develop compound that also addresses safety concerns involving carbon microfibers.

byStephen Moore
Dec 4, 2023|
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Eco-inject single-use autoinjectors
Medical
Single-Use Autoinjector Line Meets Sustainability Goals with Renewable FeedstockSingle-Use Autoinjector Line Meets Sustainability Goals with Renewable Feedstock
byStaff
Nov 30, 2023
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Biopolymers
Bioplastics News StreamBioplastics News Stream
byRick Lingle
Nov 29, 2023
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Packaging
Recyclable PEF Bottled Fruit Juice Headed to RetailRecyclable PEF Bottled Fruit Juice Headed to Retail
byRick Lingle
Nov 27, 2023
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Sustainability
Coffee Capsule Sustainability Faceoff Winner RevealedIndependent data-based study looked at single-use coffee capsules made of aluminum, compostable bioplastics, and conventional plastics…which won?
byRick Lingle
Nov 21, 2023
3 Min Read
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Automotive & Mobility
Bio-based Leather Alternative for Auto Interiors Attracts InvestmentBio-based Leather for Auto Interiors Attracts Investment
byStaff
Nov 10, 2023
2 Min Read
Packaging
VTT Pilots Cellulose-Based Alternative to Polypropylene Food Packaging
VTT's Cellulose-Based Alternative to Polypropylene Food Packaging
Nov 9, 2023
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3 Min Read
byKate Bertrand Connolly
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Biopolymers
Research into Compostable Plastics’ Toxicity Creates Kerfuffle
Research into Compostable Plastics’ Toxicity Creates Kerfuffle
Oct 11, 2023
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2 Min Read
byPosted by Staff
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Biopolymers
Introducing the Award-Winning PHA Toothbrush
Introducing the Award-Winning PHA Toothbrush
Oct 11, 2023
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2 Min Read
byPosted by Staff
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Biopolymers
Husky Wins Major Bioplastics Innovation Award
Husky Wins Major Bioplastics Innovation Award
Oct 4, 2023
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2 Min Read
byPosted by Staff
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Biopolymers
You Made Plastics from What???
You Made Plastics from What???
Oct 4, 2023
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3 Min Read
byJohn Spevacek
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Materials
Legos, Microwaving, and CO2: Top Plastic News Recap
Legos, Microwaving, and CO2: Top Plastic News Recap
Oct 2, 2023
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10 Slides
byRick Lingle
Braskem's bio-based polyethylene plant
Biopolymers
‘World’s Greatest … !’ TV Series Spotlights Braskem’s Bio-based Polyethylene
‘World’s Greatest … !’ TV Series Spotlights Braskem’s Bio-based Polyethylene
Sep 13, 2023
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1 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
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Biopolymers
5 Bioplastics That Meet Today's Food Packaging Needs
5 Bioplastics That Meet Today's Food Packaging Needs
Sep 12, 2023
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3 Min Read
byClaire Sand
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Automotive & Mobility
EU Forest Project Targets Sustainable Vehicle Lightweighting
EU Forest Project Targets Sustainable Vehicle Lightweighting
Sep 11, 2023
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2 Min Read
byStephen Moore
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Biopolymers
Bioplastics Startup Verde Takes ‘Disruptive’ Path to Circular Economy
Bioplastics Startup Verde Takes ‘Disruptive’ Path to Circular Economy
Aug 24, 2023
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5 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
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Biopolymers
Partnership Expands PHA Bioplastics in Cosmetic Packaging
Partnership Expands PHA Bioplastics in Cosmetic Packaging
Aug 23, 2023
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3 Min Read
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Automotive & Mobility
Sabic Introduces Bio-based Versions of Popular Noryl Grades
Sabic Introduces Bio-based Versions of Popular Noryl Grades
Aug 21, 2023
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2 Min Read
byPosted by Staff
enzyme breaking down PET
Advanced Recycling
A Better Approach to Biodegradation of Polymer Waste
A Better Approach to Biodegradation of Polymer Waste
Aug 11, 2023
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3 Min Read
byJohn Spevacek
printed electronics on flexible sheet
Automotive & Mobility
European Research Initiative Targets Sustainable Printed Electronics
European Research Initiative Targets Sustainable Printed Electronics
Aug 10, 2023
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2 Min Read
byStephen Moore
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Biopolymers
Starch Added to PLA Biopolymer Increases Compostability
Starch Added to PLA Biopolymer Increases Compostability
Aug 7, 2023
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4 Min Read
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Automotive & Mobility
How the Auto Industry Is Embracing Plastic Recycling
How the Auto Industry Is Embracing Plastic Recycling
Aug 4, 2023
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7 Min Read
byDan Carney
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Biopolymers
Origin Materials, Husky Reach Biomaterial Packaging Milestone
Origin Materials, Husky Reach Biomaterial Packaging Milestone
Jul 31, 2023
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2 Min Read
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Biopolymers
Braskem Invests $87 Million More in Brazilian Biopolymer Production
Braskem Invests $87 Million More in Brazilian Biopolymer Production
Jul 24, 2023
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2 Min Read
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Biopolymers
Dow Sources Bio-based Feedstock for US Plastics Production
Dow Sources Bio-based Feedstock for US Plastics Production
Jun 1, 2023
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4 Min Read
byRick Lingle, Kate Bertrand Connolly
female urinary catheter
Medical
Bio-based Polymer Makes Inroads in Medical Device Applications
Bio-based Polymer Makes Inroads in Medical Device Applications
Apr 26, 2023
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2 Min Read
byPosted by Staff
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Biopolymers
President Biden: Plastic Is Not the Enemy
President Biden: Plastic Is Not the Enemy
Apr 15, 2023
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7 Min Read
byAllan Griff
Ingeo 6500D biopolymer for nonwovens
Biopolymers
Softer, Stronger Biopolymer Introduced for Hygiene Applications 52021
Softer, Stronger Biopolymer Introduced for Hygiene Applications
Apr 14, 2023
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1 Min Read
byPosted by Staff
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Biopolymers
Biodegradable Bioplastic Straw Reportedly Outperforms Conventional Plastic Straws
Biodegradable Bioplastic Straw Reportedly Outperforms Conventional Plastic Straws
Apr 7, 2023
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4 Min Read
byNorbert Sparrow
Virginia Tech students
Medical
Virginia Tech Researchers Receive Grant to Develop Biodegradable Materials
Virginia Tech Researchers Receive Grant to Develop Biodegradable Materials
Apr 6, 2023
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3 Min Read
byGeoff Giordano
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Packaging
Final Four of Plastics Packaging in March
Final Four of Plastics Packaging in March
Apr 3, 2023
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4 Slides
byRick Lingle
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Packaging
Breaking News in Flexible Packaging March 2023
Breaking News in Flexible Packaging March 2023
Mar 30, 2023
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4 Min Read
byRick Lingle
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Packaging
VTT Increases Production of Sustainable Transparent Cellulose Film
VTT Increases Production of Sustainable Transparent Cellulose Film
Mar 30, 2023
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3 Min Read
President Biden
Legislation & Regulations
Biden Administration Sets Bold Biotech Goals
Biden Administration Sets Bold Biotech Goals
Mar 24, 2023
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3 Min Read
byNorbert Sparrow
BASF's Sovermol plant in india
Automotive & Mobility
BASF Begins Production of Bio-based Polyol in India
BASF Begins Production of Bio-based Polyol in India
Mar 13, 2023
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1 Min Read

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