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Ahhhh camping 🏕️. The great outdoors, getting back to nature and simple pleasures (toasted marshmallows) with family and friends... but how can camping be made more environmentally responsible?... its a bit odd that it is not frankly.

 

Today's feature story says goodbye to plastic tents and hello circular (or triangular) solutions.

 

The news room includes: #innovations and #investments in sustainable aviation fuels, collaborations for biopolymers in #packaging, a circular approach to denim, and more.

 

Enjoy the last of those long summer days🌞

FEATURE STORY

Circular tents reduce camping’s carbon footprint

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The ‘leave no trace’ principle is the bedrock of camping culture. Yet no matter how diligent we are on the campsite, the full environmental impact of the activity starts as the beginning of the supply chain. For most camping gear, including tents, this means oil wells and petroleum refineries.

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Series 23, Episode 7

    A fireside chat with Catherine Roggero Lovisi, CEO, Modern Meadow at World Bio Markets 2023 

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    NEWSROOM

    Novel enzyme could boost sustainable production of SAF

    A biocatalyst discovered by Brazilian researchers has the potential to increase renewable biofuel output by removing obstacles in technology and production processes, as well as enhancing the manufacturing of bioplastics and biopolymers. 

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    NEWSROOM

    CJ Biomaterials and RIMAN to expand use of PHA in cosmetic packing

    The collaboration with RIMAN showcases the versatility of CJ Biomaterials' PHA biopolymers while reinforcing the commitment to reduce plastic waste and the world’s reliance on petroleum-based technology.

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    NEWSROOM

    New law on sustainable, circular and safe batteries enters into force in the EU

    In line with the European Green Deal, the Batteries Regulation is the first piece of European legislation taking a full life-cycle approach in which sourcing, manufacturing, use and recycling are addressed and enshrined in a single law. 

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    NEWSROOM

    United Airlines’ Sustainable Flight Fund grows to $200 M

    United will continue to recruit corporations across industries to join the fund and will prioritize investment in new technology, advanced fuel sources, and proven producers.

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    NEWSROOM

    Recover and Lands’ End transform textile waste into sustainable denim

    The two companies have partnered together to develop sustainable denim pieces, showing how textile waste can be integrated back into the system to create a more sustainable production model.

    >> Read more

    READS OF THE WEEK

    Amid raw materials rush, few are considering a more circular approach
    Global Bioplastics Market size will reach US$17.58 Billion by 2030
    The new ethanol? Biogas producers are pushing livestock poop as renewable

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