Investments
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Funding opportunity for US biorefineries
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The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is again accepting applications for loan guarantees for up to 80% of the total eligible project costs up to $250 million. Under the Section 9003 Program, the loan aims to assist in the development, construction…
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Adhesives remain a high-growth area for bio-based chemicals developments
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Research, development and commercialisation of various bio-based adhesive technologies have steadily risen driven by factors such as low VOC and carbon emission requirements; the need to lower costs of transporting and storing hazardous substances; growing consumer preference for plant-based materials…
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Total Corbion celebrates PLA plant start-up
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I have just been updating my share of polylactic acid (PLA) information in Nova Institute’s upcoming biopolymers study and it reminded me how the PLA industry has come a long way from being a novel, niche polymer. Of course, it…
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Interview with Locus Bio-Energy Solutions
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I’ve been introduced last month to Locus Bio-Energy Solutions™ as I interviewed CEO Jonathan Rogers about their bio-based surfactants (mostly glycolipids) for use in the oil and gas market. A more comprehensive article about my interview has just been published…
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DOE funds plant genomics and microbes projects
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a $64 million in funding for 25 university-led genomics research projects on plants and microbes for bioenergy and bioproducts. The plant research—12 projects totaling $29 million over three years—focuses on expanding knowledge of…
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UK calls for evidence on standards for bio-based and biodegradable plastics
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The UK Government is seeking evidence to identify gaps and to provide expert advice on: a) The overall sustainability of bio-based and biodegradable plastic products, particularly when in comparison with those made from other materials. This could include all aspects of…
