Carbeau Raises €35.2M to Scale CO2 Conversion Technology
Avantium has spun out its Volta Technology platform into Carbeau, a new company backed by €35.2 million in funding to scale electrochemical CO₂ conversion into chemicals and materials.
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traceless Launches World’s First Industrial Facility for a Natural Plastic Alternative
traceless has inaugurated the world’s first industrial-scale production facility dedicated to a natural plastic alternative made from agricultural residues. The Hamburg plant aims to accelerate the transition away from fossil-based plastics while supporting Europe’s circular bioeconomy ambitions.
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bioplastic | Bioplastics | bioplastics 生物塑料 | environmental sustainability | Food Packaging Innovation
Seaweed-Based Biodegradable Plastic Developed by Aberystwyth University for Sustainable Food Packaging
Aberystwyth University researchers have developed a seaweed-based biodegradable plastic using alginate, offering a sustainable alternative for food packaging with potential to reduce global plastic waste.
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Strategic Partnership Accelerates Growth of Biobased Thermoplastics in Polymer Applications
AMP Polymix and Lignin Industries are partnering to accelerate the adoption of biobased thermoplastics across multiple industries. Their collaboration focuses on lignin-based polymer solutions that can reduce CO₂ emissions while maintaining the performance of conventional plastics.
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Compostable plastics certification – Europe Shakes the Compostable Plastics Market With Tough 2026 Certification Rules That Will Expose Fake Degradation And Redefine Sustainability 05-01-2026
Europe is rewriting the rules of compostable plastics certification. From January 2026, stricter biodegradability testing will eliminate fake degradation and reshape the entire market.
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bioplastic | Environmental Technologies | Market Analysis | Materials & Manufacturing | Packaging Industries | Sustainability
PLA market – Global PLA Market Surges as New Production, Lower Costs and Advanced Applications in Packaging, Moulding and Textiles Accelerate Sustainable Alternatives to Conventional Plastics Worldwide 07-12-2025
The global PLA market is expanding quickly thanks to rising production capacity, lower prices, and new technical capabilities in packaging, moulding, and textiles. This article explains current volumes, price trends, recycling potential, and the challenges PLA creates when mixed with oil-based plastics.
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Braskem Expands Its Global Bioplastics Mission, Strengthening Circular Economy Goals and Inspiring Sustainable Progress Across Industries and Communities Everywhere 22-10-2025
Braskem is accelerating its global transition to sustainable materials with its Wenew portfolio of bioplastics, recycled, and renewable solutions. From sugarcane-based polyethylene to circular recycling initiatives, the company combines innovation, transparency, and low-carbon strategies to drive the future of sustainable plastics worldwide
