Emerging Technologies
Systemiq supports ‘bold action’ for fossil-free plastic production in the EU
Xampla’s nutrient microcapsules pass testing in simulated digestive system
140 million beverage containers returned at Aldi under Hungarian DRS
Lignin Industries raises €3.9 million to commercialize bio-based thermoplastic
Myco develops mushroom-based biodegradable alternative to polystyrene
Tesco trials GS1 QR codes in select UK stores
Releaf Paper takes part in Uber’s local restaurant initiative in Paris
Scientists use air moisture to turn mixed plastic waste into building blocks
Researchers 3D-print coffee and mushroom mixture into ‘compostable’ packs
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Emerging Technologies
Systemiq supports ‘bold action’ for fossil-free plastic production in the EU
In a new report, Systemiq encourages the European Union to clarify policies and boost market confidence to develop fossil-free plastics at scale, particularly for the green-methanol-to-olefins process.
Xampla’s nutrient microcapsules pass testing in simulated digestive system
Peer-reviewed research now suggests that Xampla’s microscopic natural polymer capsules protect fat-soluble active ingredients through the transit, storage, and simulated digestion of food and drinks to be released in human intestines.
140 million beverage containers returned at Aldi under Hungarian DRS
Aldi Hungary reports that consumers have returned around 140 million items of single-use packaging via in-store REpont machines, equating to a daily average of 3,000+ plastic, aluminium, and glass bottles per store.
Lignin Industries raises €3.9 million to commercialize bio-based thermoplastic
Swedish greentech company Lignin Industries has announced the raising of €3.9 million in funding to accelerate scale-up of its bio-based thermoplastic derived from trees, aiming to end reliance on fossil fuel-based plastics.
Myco develops mushroom-based biodegradable alternative to polystyrene
Czech company Myco has unveiled its ‘100% plastic free’ biodegradable alternative to polystyrene packaging, made from mushroom mycelium and organic waste.