Helvetas Vietnam and AirXCarbon have joined forces in a new initiative to convert cocoa husks into bioplastic materials. This ...

The global bioplastics industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by increasing consumer awareness, government regulations, and advancements in biodegradable and bio-based polymers. As the ...

Damage to the genetic material of mitochondria—the mitochondrial DNA or mtDNA for short—can lead to diseases such as ...

The project aims to address critical global environmental challenges while promoting circular economy practices ...

The adoption of compostable straws has already gained momentum, especially in industries such as foodservice and hospitality.

Spectrum Brands, Inc., a leading supplier of pet products of exceptional value and quality for dogs, cats, birds, fish and ...

We round up the progress that six Asian governments have made in regulating plastic waste and building a market for biobased ...

During pyrolysis, the plastic polymers are broken down into smaller molecules, resulting in the production of liquid oil, ...

Biodegradable plastics, such as polylactic acid (PLA), were introduced as an alternative. However, PLA takes too long to ...

Plastics are everywhere—from your phone case to the containers holding your food. They're cheap, light, and strong, which makes them incredibly useful. But their strength is also their downfall. Once ...

To tackle the growing pollution crisis, scientists at RIKEN in Japan have developed a new type of plastic that remains stable ...

Taiwan has taken a significant step in strengthening its naval defence with the unveiling of its first domestically developed ...