New science behind biodegradable algae-based flip-flops
Biodegradable shoes meet commercial standards for products needed to help eradicate tons of plastic waste
Biodegradability
EUBP proposes criteria and product examples for preferable use of compostable plastics
Compostable plastics can deliver the optimal contribution to a circular economy in Europe, they are not a general solution but a specific technology for selected products
Feel the Peel: Circular Juice Bar by Carlo Ratti Associati
Carlo Ratti Associati, in partnership with Eni, has developed an experimental Circular Juice Bar that uses oranges to make bioplastic, turns it into filament, and 3D prints disposable cups to drink the freshly-squeezed juice. Called 'Feel the Peel,' the prototype is starting a tour of public places around Italy in the next few months as it strives to demonstrate a new approach to environmental circularity in daily life.
Scots' fresh idea to use shells to wrap up the cling-film market
A REVOLUTIONARY food wrap made from shellfish could end up in every kitchen in the world, save millions for the food sector and slash pollution, it is claimed.
Fish skins and algae could help to solve the plastic pollution crisis
A University of Sussex student has taken inspiration from the seas to find a solution to the man-made plastic pollution contaminating the world’s oceans.
EU Bioeconomy: creating sustainable resource-efficient bio-based products, including alternatives to plastic
A recent Euronews Futuris episode on the European Union (EU) bioeconomy, renewable resources, bioplastics, and citizen science opens with a reference to JRC data on the European Commission's Knowledge Centre for Bioeconomy.