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Sustainability Improvements to Pharmaceutical Packaging Sustainability Improvements to Pharmaceutical Packaging

The redesigned EZ-fill Smart secondary packaging uses bio-circular polymers and also significantly reduces particle contamination during opening.

byKassandra Kania

Jan 10, 2024

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1 Min Read

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Are Bioplastics Finally Ready for Take Off?Are Bioplastics Finally Ready for Take Off?

byLuis Roca Blay

Jan 10, 2024

5 Min Read

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Automotive & Mobility

Bio-polyamide Market Set for Substantial Growth Bio-polyamide Market Set for Substantial Growth

byStephen Moore

Dec 26, 2023

2 Min Read

Are Bio-Plastics the Future of Electronics?Are Bio-Plastics the Future of Electronics?

Dec 15, 2023

4 Min Read

Biopolymer from Wastewater Emissions Biopolymer from Wastewater Emissions

byKate Bertrand Connolly 1

Dec 6, 2023

4 Min Read

3D-printed automotive parts

Automotive & Mobility

Fiber-reinforced Polyamide for 3D Printing Boasts Low Moisture Absorption Fiber-reinforced Polyamide for 3D Printing Boasts Low Moisture Absorption

byStephen Moore

Dec 4, 2023

3 Min Read

Eco-inject single-use autoinjectors

Single-Use Autoinjector Line Meets Sustainability Goals with Renewable Feedstock

Single-Use Autoinjector Line Meets Sustainability Goals with Renewable Feedstock

Recyclable PEF Bottled Fruit Juice Headed to Retail

Recyclable PEF Bottled Fruit Juice Headed to Retail

Coffee Capsule Sustainability Faceoff Winner Revealed

Independent data-based study looked at single-use coffee capsules made of aluminum, compostable bioplastics, and conventional plastics…which won?

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Automotive & Mobility

Bio-based Leather Alternative for Auto Interiors Attracts Investment

Bio-based Leather for Auto Interiors Attracts Investment

VTT Pilots Cellulose-Based Alternative to Polypropylene Food Packaging

VTT's Cellulose-Based Alternative to Polypropylene Food Packaging

byKate Bertrand Connolly 1

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Research into Compostable Plastics’ Toxicity Creates Kerfuffle

Research into Compostable Plastics’ Toxicity Creates Kerfuffle

byPosted by Staff

Introducing the Award-Winning PHA Toothbrush

Introducing the Award-Winning PHA Toothbrush

byPosted by Staff

Husky Wins Major Bioplastics Innovation Award

Husky Wins Major Bioplastics Innovation Award

byPosted by Staff

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You Made Plastics from What???

You Made Plastics from What???

byJohn Spevacek

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Legos, Microwaving, and CO2: Top Plastic News Recap

Legos, Microwaving, and CO2: Top Plastic News Recap

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‘World’s Greatest … !’ TV Series Spotlights Braskem’s Bio-based Polyethylene

‘World’s Greatest … !’ TV Series Spotlights Braskem’s Bio-based Polyethylene

byGeoff Giordano

5 Bioplastics That Meet Today's Food Packaging Needs

5 Bioplastics That Meet Today's Food Packaging Needs

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Automotive & Mobility

EU Forest Project Targets Sustainable Vehicle Lightweighting

EU Forest Project Targets Sustainable Vehicle Lightweighting

byStephen Moore

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Bioplastics Startup Verde Takes ‘Disruptive’ Path to Circular Economy

Bioplastics Startup Verde Takes ‘Disruptive’ Path to Circular Economy

byGeoff Giordano

Partnership Expands PHA Bioplastics in Cosmetic Packaging

Partnership Expands PHA Bioplastics in Cosmetic Packaging

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Automotive & Mobility

Sabic Introduces Bio-based Versions of Popular Noryl Grades

Sabic Introduces Bio-based Versions of Popular Noryl Grades

byPosted by Staff

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Advanced Recycling

A Better Approach to Biodegradation of Polymer Waste

A Better Approach to Biodegradation of Polymer Waste

byJohn Spevacek

printed electronics on flexible sheet

Automotive & Mobility

European Research Initiative Targets Sustainable Printed Electronics

European Research Initiative Targets Sustainable Printed Electronics

byStephen Moore

Starch Added to PLA Biopolymer Increases Compostability

Starch Added to PLA Biopolymer Increases Compostability

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Automotive & Mobility

How the Auto Industry Is Embracing Plastic Recycling

How the Auto Industry Is Embracing Plastic Recycling

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Origin Materials, Husky Reach Biomaterial Packaging Milestone

Origin Materials, Husky Reach Biomaterial Packaging Milestone

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Braskem Invests $87 Million More in Brazilian Biopolymer Production

Braskem Invests $87 Million More in Brazilian Biopolymer Production

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Dow Sources Bio-based Feedstock for US Plastics Production

Dow Sources Bio-based Feedstock for US Plastics Production

byRick Lingle, Kate Bertrand Connolly 1

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Bio-based Polymer Makes Inroads in Medical Device Applications

Bio-based Polymer Makes Inroads in Medical Device Applications

byPosted by Staff

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President Biden: Plastic Is Not the Enemy

President Biden: Plastic Is Not the Enemy

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Softer, Stronger Biopolymer Introduced for Hygiene Applications 52021

Softer, Stronger Biopolymer Introduced for Hygiene Applications

byPosted by Staff

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Biodegradable Bioplastic Straw Reportedly Outperforms Conventional Plastic Straws

Biodegradable Bioplastic Straw Reportedly Outperforms Conventional Plastic Straws

byNorbert Sparrow

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Virginia Tech Researchers Receive Grant to Develop Biodegradable Materials

Virginia Tech Researchers Receive Grant to Develop Biodegradable Materials

byGeoff Giordano

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Final Four of Plastics Packaging in March

Final Four of Plastics Packaging in March

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