In South Korea, cultivated meat producer CellMEAT has unveiled a caviar prototype based on the popular Osetra caviar. The innovation could one day deliver the fish egg delicacy at affordable prices and without the ethical and sustainability challenges that plague traditional production of fish roe. Sturgeon, a major source of caviar, does not reproduce often […]
In Houston, Lummus Technology and Citroniq Chemicals have signed a letter of intent to develop biobased polypropylene projects in North America. These projects will use Lummus’ Verdene™ PP technology suite, which converts biobased ethanol into PP. The companies envision an investment of $5 billion to build 3.5 billion lbs in annual PP capacity over several […]
In Tel Aviv, animal-free dairy protein pioneer Remilk has received a first-of-its-kind approval from the Israeli Ministry of Health that clears a path for the marketing and sale of dairy products made via precision fermentation in Israel. The regulatory milestone also establishes Israel as one of the first in the world to offer consumers access […]
In New York, parenting solutions company Bugaboo has introduced a highchair made of biobased plastic and Forest Stewardship Council certified beachwood. The chair, dubbed Bugaboo Giraffe, boasts a CO2 footprint 61% lower than highchairs manufactured with conventional plastics. Bugaboo Giraffe retails for $359 and comes in five color options: Warm Wood/Gray, Neutral Wood/White, White, Black […]
In the UK, the parent company of popular detangling hairbrush Tangle Teezer has introduced a plant-based version. Dubbed Plant Brush, the staple haircare product is 85% comprised of castor bean oil-based plastic. The company is also phasing out plastic packaging, and byproduct from manufacturing is used as fertilizer. According to Who What Wear, the Plant […]
In Germany, chemical major Lanxess is targeting “sustainable product variants” for its entire portfolio of flavors and fragrances, preservatives and animal nutrition products by the end of 2023. To secure sustainable raw materials—which include biobased, circular and raw materials with a reduced carbon footprint from the use of renewable energies—the business unit has entered into […]
In Milan, ultra-luxury brand Emporio Armani has introduced a Spring/Summer 2023 eyewear collection that uses sustainable materials such as biobased acetate and nylon fiber. The collection, which includes styles for both men and women, “captures the brand’s contemporary style with enhanced self-expression through eye-catching transparencies and intricate details,” according to Essilor Luxottica. Armani chose model […]
In South Korea, NEXEN TIRE has unveiled a demonstration tire composed of 52% sustainable materials, the majority (44%) of which can be attributed to natural rubber, biobased synthetic rubber, and silica derived from rice husk waste residue. The remaining 8% of sustainable content comes from polyester cord made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate bottles and bead […]
In Italy, luxury brand Ferragamo has added two watches with renewable materials to its popular F-80 Skeleton collection. The new watches include a 41-mm case made from a 63% renewable materials and ceramic powder produced from natural minerals. The bands are also 39% biobased thermoplastic polyurethane. According to Watch Pro, F-80 Skeleton is one of […]
In Alberta, Orangetheory Fitness, a boutique fitness franchise that helped popularize high-intensity interval training, has introduced disinfectant fitness wipes made out of wood fiber at its 110 locations across Canada. Produced by Natrulab, the wipes are biodegradable and manufactured without harsh chemicals. “As a national brand, we have the ability to enact significant change within […]
