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This week our feature story takes us to the rolling hills of Lombardy, in northern Italy, where we look into the concept, principals and execution of the regenerative #bioeconomy model.
In our newsroom money is flowing. Check out the stories of startups closing big-time funding rounds for #biomaterials that may change the way we talk, drive, package and furnish our homes.
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FEATURE STORY
In Italy, a bio-waste plant proves a regenerative bioeconomy is possible
Acqua & Sole, a bio-waste plant in the Lombardy region of northern Italy, embodies many of the principles promoted by the regenerative bioeconomy. Both its technical innovations and strategic relationships with regional actors are helping it minimise its environmental impacts while enhancing the livelihood benefits of the biobased circular economy.
The funding will enable GOZEN to accelerate research, development, and scaling efforts for its breakthrough product LUNAFORM™, a plastic-free and vegan biomaterial produced by microorganisms during a fermentation process.
Wonderfeel launches bio-assimilative packaging for refill program
The pouches are fully biodegradable, using SPTek ECLIPSE™, a recyclable material that allows microorganisms to consume carbon, leaving behind water, CO₂, and biomass while eliminating microplastics.
Sasol Chemicals introduces biosurfactant brands for personal and home care use
The world’s largest manufacturer of surfactants has launched two new brands of sustainable biosurfactants; both are fully biodegradable and well-tolerated by aquatic organisms.
Yagi launches Cotton iD, a system for tracing organic cotton
The system promises consistent traceability management of organic cotton from field to yarn, through management that links the international certifications for the organic cotton produced in India.
The startup biomaterials platform integrates AI-powered tools and an expanding biobased ingredient database to rapidly design sustainable resins for various compostable plastic products.
Interview: Chevron's Robert Wolf on the growing popularity of biofuel From biomass to market: unveiling the dynamics of the global biochemicals industry
