Plastics have been more and more replaced by alternative materials believed to be more sustainable. A new study looks at the life cycle assessments of various packaging materials and came to a surprising conclusion.
Bioplastics are seen as a promising alternative to conventional plastics. But although they are promoted as biodegradable and compostable,...
The production of bioplastics is constantly growing. Advertised as the green alternative to conventional plastics. Oliver Buchholz of...
A recent test conducted by DUH took a closer look at products certified as compostable. The results of the test conducted at a composting...
To gain better knowledge about which and how products break down in a composting plant the Compostable Field Testing Program (CFTP)...
Covestro, Mitsui Chemicals, and Mitsui & Co., Ltd, complete the first delivery of certified renewable raw materials in Asia.
Certified compostable bioplastics are doing their share to alleviate plastic pollution, but they can’t be depended upon to reverse the...
In the global move to replace plastic packaging, seaweed represents an untapped opportunity. Bioplastic made from this material eschews the...
The new EU single-use plastic ban limits may restrict companies from developing sustainable innovations.
More and more plastic products are labelled as ‘compostable’, ‘biodegradable’, ‘oxo-degradable’ or ‘bio-based’. However, plastics made from...
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