Biopolymers

sustainability 19 Aug 2020

DS Smith and Aquapak Target Single-Use Plastic Packaging Reduction with Biodegradable Alternative

Scientific collaboration between DS Smith and Aquapak Polymers aimed at commercializing groundbreaking sustainable single-use packaging solutions.

Consumer Products 7 Aug 2020

Danimer Scientific Gets DOE Grant to Expand PHA Bioplastic Commercialization

Of the eight biomanufacturing companies selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to recieve a total of $5.7 million, Danimer Scientific is the sole recipient focuses on biodegradable plastics.

Biopolymers 24 Jul 2020

IDTechEx Study Examines What Oil Price Crash Means for Bioplastics

IDTechEx’s new report explores emerging bioplastics technologies and forecasts the industry’s future over the next five years.

Film Extrusion 20 Jul 2020

Polykar Adds Film Line Dedicated to Biopolymers

New Reifenhauser blown film line designed to process all types of biopolymers plus the full range of traditional polymers.

Biopolymers 14 Jul 2020

Making the World a Better Place with Bioplastics

Patrick Krieger from the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) shares why people are excited about bioplastics. WATCH

sustainability 14 Jul 2020

Re|focus Episode #3: Industry Collaboration in Bioplastics

As brands are making commitments toward more sustainable material choices, bioplastics are often looked at as a solution. Register today for the third episode in six-part webinar series—Re|focus Sustainability & Recycling Summit on August 17—and discover strategies to use this material. In addition to an overview of what bioplastics are and tackling some common misconceptions, this episode will explore how the plastics industry is collaborating and innovating to provide new sustainable options.

Biopolymers 14 Jul 2020

Plastics Industry Association’s (PLASTICS) Sixth Annual Bioplastics Week—August 24–28

Expert presentations, educational resource release, social media conversations, announcement of the 2020 Bioplastics Award, and more planned for Bioplastics Week.

Biopolymers 8 Jul 2020

New Bioplastics Could Lead to Tougher, More Versatile Medical Implants

Researchers at U.K.’s University of Birmingham have developed a type of nylon bioplastic that is tough and strong and easy to process for medical implants.