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Award, Biorefinery, Clean technology, Energy, Environment, Government, Investments, Press Release, Processing, R&D, RecycleUS DOE Selects Awardees for Phase I Innovation Projects
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I am interested in this news as not only does it gives me hope that the US Department of Energy (DOE) still give grants that not only boost small businesses but these small businesses are focusing on research projects targeting bio-based materials production, processes that lower carbon footprint as well as enabling circular carbon economy…
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Confusion abounds on biodegradable, compostable plastics
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My apologies for the lack of posts as traveling and giving a presentation takes a toll on my blogging schedule. I am not yet sure if I can share my presentation in public but what I stated on one of my slides is that confusion on bioplastics is one of the biggest challenges in this…
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Biofuel, Bioplastic, butanol, Clean technology, Company initiatives, Earnings, Investments, Press Release, R&DDowDuPont plans to sell its Biomaterials business
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When former DuPont CEO Ellen Kullman was at the helm, DuPont had been keen on building its industrial biosciences business unit as a global powerhouse as it shifted its strategy in expanding this business with the acquisition of Danisco for $7 billion back in 2011. Enzymes, bioactive solutions, biomaterials, and biorefining products were the key…
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Adidas launched its fully recyclable running shoe
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adidas recently announced the introduction of its 100% recyclable performance running shoe under the FUTURECRAFT.LOOP line, where the entire shoe is made by using one type of material and no glue, it can be repurposed again and again into another pair of high-performance running shoes. BASF contributed the materials and processing know-how to this product…
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Shell to leave AFPM on climate change stance
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This is very interesting and I believe significant news for the renewables and bio-based chemicals industries. Shell recently announced that it will not renew its membership with the US fossil fuel and petrochemical lobby group American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) association by 2020 as according to Shell the AFPM’s stance on climate-related policies is…
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Amyris in cannabinoid deal with LAVVAN
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My special report this month on Tecnon OrbiChem’s Biomaterials newsletter is about the huge potential market for biotechnology-based cannabinoids (CBDs) not only for medical use but also in food and beverages, cosmetics and personal care, and even animal healthcare. The growing legislation of recreational cannabis in North America is spurring development collaboration announcements within the…
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Plant Based Products Council launched
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The Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) was launched by a group of organisations including companies such as Georgia, Pacific, Archer Daniels Midland and Cargill, working toward more sustainable and responsible consumer products and packaging through greater use of plant-based materials. The group will advocate for private sector programs and government policies to encourage use of…