Korean researchers break barriers with a single-atom catalyst that turns waste PET plastic bottles directly into industrial chemical feedstock with 86% efficiency.
NEC launches a Hiroshima trial using PLA-NETJ to solve fragmented material data and enable seamless plastic recycling traceability across global supply chains.
Carbios and major global brands like PUMA, Patagonia, and Salomon have proven that enzymatic recycling can turn complex, contaminated textile waste into high-performance recycled polyester garments at true industrial scale.
Slovak biotechnologists at BioX Technologies have unveiled a breakthrough bioplastic made from microalgae that naturally biodegrades and can even be made edible.
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.
CJ Biomaterials and Yuhan-Kimberly introduced a biodegradable reusable paper towel made with amorphous PHA technology, designed to reduce microplastics while improving durability and sustainability.
Europe’s fast fashion waste problem is accelerating, but researchers say mushrooms grown on discarded textiles may offer a scalable, circular recycling breakthrough.
Hybrid cornstarch and eggshell reinforced PVA bioplastics offer stronger, more biodegradable packaging solutions while advancing circular economy goals and reducing plastic waste worldwide.
A European initiative demonstrates how sustainable bio-rubber from birch bark can reduce emissions, strengthen supply chains, and scale into a competitive industrial material for Europe.
