Tag: bioplastics

Glass Bottles May Contain More Microplastics Than Plastic or Cans, New French Study Finds

Even beverages like wine and bottled water—often seen as “cleaner” when packaged in glass—showed measurable microplastic contamination. Water in glass bottles had 4.5 particles per litre, compared to 1.6 in plastic bottles and cartons. Wine sealed with corks contained minimal microplastics.

Microplastics in Your Food Links Nanoplastics to Liver Damage and Glucose Imbalance

Next time you reach for a plastic-wrapped snack or sip from a disposable cup, remember: the real cost may not show up on the price tag, but in your liver enzymes or your glucose test.

The Rise of Algae in Sustainable Business

Brevel has pioneered a unique method of cultivating microalgae by combining light with sugar-based fermentation in indoor bioreactors. Traditional fermentation, typically conducted in the dark, produces microalgae efficiently but lacks key nutrients that depend on light exposure. By integrating light into the fermentation process, Brevel enhances the nutritional profile, functionality, and overall commercial viability of microalgae-based proteins.

Forming pine trees into bio-plastic foam

The research team used an environmentally-friendly preparation of lignin as a substitute for 20% of the fossil fuel-based chemicals in the foam. The bio-based foam was as strong and flexible as typical polyurethane foam.

This plastic is made from corn

The global push for environmentally sustainable materials positions CornNext-17 to capitalize on increasing regulatory support and consumer demand for green products. Its adaptability, cost-effectiveness, and eco-friendly properties provide a competitive edge in addressing the growing plastic pollution crisis.

Does Balena and Lemon Jelly make the world’s first circular handbag?

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W-Cycle makes plastics that decompose in less than 100 days

According to a report by Grand View Research, the global bioplastics market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 18.8% to reach $44.77 billion by 2030. The growth is attributed to the increased demand for sustainable bio-based products from sectors including consumer goods, food and beverages, and packaging solutions, among others.

Wyld cannabis edibles wrapped in Tipa’s sustainable plastic that biodegrades

Leading cannabis edibles company partners with Israel's sustainable packaging company Tipa.

Microplastics in our lungs linked to Covid-19 surge?

I wonder all the time about Covid 19. Why now? Why aren’t we stopping it? How did it get...

OP ED: Bioplastics Will not Solve the Plastic Pollution Problem

Daniella Dimitrova Russo from the Plastic Pollution Coalition warns that bioplastics will not solve plastic pollution. Plastic pollution is one...

Turkey Further Commits to Biodegradable Plastic Products With New Agreement

Turkey is ahead of most European countries in its commitment to biodegradable plastics, says the CEO of Cereplast, an...