Developed at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, the microbial strain is capable of producing nine types ...

A concerted effort to speed up development of bio-based packaging materials could soon make single-use plastics a thing of the past. Synthetic materials remain major contributors to global ...

Today, it is possible to produce plastics made solely of carbon and hydrogen from bio-based feedstock rather than fossil fuels. Indeed, some bio-based feedstock options, such as sugarcane ...

As brands roll back packaging pledges, recycled plastic is taking center stage — but at what cost? Here's why integrating ...

The chemical industry is undergoing a pivotal transformation as it moves toward greener, more sustainable practices.

Bio-based polymers are polymers produced from biological sources/renewable feedstock/biodegradable materials, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based plastics. Currently representing ...

Researchers in South Korea have successfully engineered a bio-based plastic using microorganisms as a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics. The new ...

Irradiation can also complement and enhance traditional recycling methods. When combined with a chemical recycling method known as pyrolysis, resulting in radiolysis, plastic waste polymers can be ...

Renewable bio-based materials show promise in replacing traditional plastics, offering an eco-friendly solution to the global energy crisis and environmental pollution. However, their ...

Using microorganisms, researchers have successfully developed a new bio-based plastic to replace conventional plastic. Poly(ester amide) amide is a next-generation material that combines the ...

Plastic Fasteners Market. The global plastic fasteners market is projected to be valued at USD 7,413.0 million in 2025 and is expected to witness robust growth over the coming dec ...