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bioplastics
May 26, 2016
New Plastics Economy initiative launched by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation kicks off with inaugural workshop
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May 20, 2016
Scientists review crosslinking agents used for polysaccharide and protein films and coatings intended for food contact; crosslinking improves polymer properties such as water resistance; potential migration and toxicity of crosslinkers need consideration
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April 28, 2016
Companies Tetra Pak and JUST Water launch beverage carton water bottle made largely from bio-based materials
Topics: bioplastics, recycling
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April 21, 2016
European Bioplastics hosts annual conference on November 29-30, 2016 in Berlin, Germany
Topics: bioplastics, events
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March 16, 2016
Companies BASF and Avantium join forces for large scale production of FDCA and promotion of PEF as an alternative to conventional plastics
Topics: bioplastics
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March 4, 2016
Scientists review the use of proteins in production of food packaging, discuss main protein sources, manufacturing methods, improvement strategies and future prospects
Topics: active packaging, bioplastics
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February 17, 2016
Study expects market for green packaging to grow at more than 7% for 2016-2020; food packaging holds market share of 54%
Topics: bioplastics, recycling
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January 27, 2016
Companies DuPont and Archer Daniels Midland develop chemical process to convert fructose into building block for biobased packaging polymers
Topics: bioplastics
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November 30, 2015
Report by the United Nations Environment Program judges biodegradable plastics to deflect from problem of plastic ocean pollution
Topics: bioplastics, microplastics
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November 19, 2015
European Bioplastics hosts 10th annual conference in Berlin, Germany; circular economy, materials and products, as well as sustainable land use discussed
Topics: bioplastics, circular economy
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