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EU research project BIOnTop explores protein coatings to enhance barrier properties of bio-based films

EU research project BIOnTop explores protein coatings to enhance barrier properties of bio-based films

Oliver Buchholz2021-03-31T15:17:28+02:0031 March 2021|Tags: biobased, biomass, BIOnTop Project, bioplastics, compostable, end-of-life, packaging, PLA, recyclable, renewable, research, sustainability, waste|

BIOnTop’s research teams are pursuing various strategies to optimise biopolymers with a specific focus on protein-based coatings. European Bioplastics supports the BIOnTop project as consortium partner. Most sensitive foods are packaged in multi-layer composite films to ensure sufficient flavour, water vapor, and oxygen barriers to maintain products’ quality and increase its shelf life. However, most of these composite [...]

Using LCA to compare bio-based and fossil-based plastics is not that simple

Using LCA to compare bio-based and fossil-based plastics is not that simple

Oliver Buchholz2021-03-30T11:08:12+02:0030 March 2021|Tags: applications, bags, bio-waste, biobased, bioplastics, certification, circular economy, compostable, corn, end-of-life, feedstock, fossil-based, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), PE, PET, policy, recyclable, renewable, sustainability, waste|

Constance Ißbrücker, Head of Environmental Affairs at European Bioplastics e.V. Life cycle assessment (LCA) has evolved to be the preferred tool to assess the environmental sustainability of certain products and materials. Recently it has also been used with great enthusiasm to compare bio-based with fossil-based plastics. It seems to be an easy instrument to draw [...]

Member portrait: CJ Europe

Member portrait: CJ Europe

Oliver Buchholz2021-10-07T10:56:07+02:0026 February 2021|Tags: applications, biobased, biodegradable, bioplastics, CJ, Member Portrait, members, microbes, PHA, sustainability, textiles|

Member portrait: CJ Europe In each issue of the Bioplastics Newsletter, we present some facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This month, Eung Joo Kim, Biochemicals Business Team Leader at CJ Europe, shares some interesting insights on his company. 5 facts about CJ Europe, Germany CJ CheilJedang, starting as sugar manufacturer in 1953, has led the Korean food Industry and has grown into a global food and bio company. [...]

News in brief: February 2021

News in brief: February 2021

Oliver Buchholz2021-02-26T14:02:33+01:0026 February 2021|Tags: bioplastics, European Commission, Green Deal, innovation, packaging, recyclable, renewable, research, sustainability, UK|

Algae represent a largely untapped resource in Europe The European Commission is preparing a comprehensive, cross-sectorial EU algae initiative, aimed at increasing the sustainable production, consumption, and use of algae-based products. Because of its small carbon and environmental footprint, the increased use of algae will help achieve the objectives of the European Green Deal. [...]

News in brief: January 2021

News in brief: January 2021

Oliver Buchholz2021-01-29T11:55:37+01:0029 January 2021|Tags: bags, biobased, biodegradable, China, compostable, food waste, packaging, PE, recyclable, research, reusable, Studies, sustainability, waste, waste collection|

Yum China launches plastic reduction and sustainable packaging initiatives Yum, the operator of fast-food chain KFC and restaurant brand Pizza Hut announced new environmentally friendly packaging initiatives that are expected to reduce its amount of non-degradable plastics by approximately 8,000 tonnes annually starting this year. Some of the initiatives include replacing existing plastic packaging [...]

EU Commission report confirms role of biodegradable plastics within a circular economy

EU Commission report confirms role of biodegradable plastics within a circular economy

Oliver Buchholz2023-10-19T15:52:39+02:0018 December 2020|Tags: agriculture, applications, bags, biodegradable, bioplastics, certification, circular economy, compostable, European Commission, industrial compostable, mulch films, packaging, recyclable, research, standard, Studies, sustainability, waste, waste management|

This year has already seen quite an impressive number of studies, reports, and additional publications related to bioplastics that were published by the European Commission (EC). Most of them contribute to the development of a framework for bioplastics included in the EC’s Circular Economy Action Plan. For the bioplastics industry, a clear framework is [...]

Member portrait: Sidaplax

Member portrait: Sidaplax

Oliver Buchholz2021-10-07T10:56:07+02:0018 December 2020|Tags: applications, Belgium, biobased, bioplastics, certification, compostable, DIN CERTCO, fossil-based, innovation, Member Portrait, members, packaging, PLA, renewable, Sidaplax, sustainability|

Roel Seegers, Business Development Manager for bio-based and compostable films, Sidaplax In each issue of the Bioplastics Bulletin, we present some facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This month, Roel Seegers, Business Development Manager for bio-based and compostable films at Sidaplax, shares some interesting insights on his company. 5 facts about Sidaplax, Belgium As one of the world’s largest PLA film [...]

Commission’s SAM report confirms role of biodegradable plastics within a circular economy

info2021-08-02T13:45:09+02:0017 December 2020|Tags: agriculture, applications, bags, biodegradable, bioplastics, certification, circular economy, compostable, industrial compostable, mulch films, packaging, recyclable, research, standard, Studies, sustainability, waste, waste management|

Berlin, 17 December 2020 – This week the European Commission’s Scientific Advice Mechanism (SAM) published a report, entitled “Biodegradability of plastics in the open environment”. The report identifies applications of biodegradable polymers which contribute towards achieving a circular economy and tackle the challenge of managing the EU’s waste. “We are pleased to see that [...]

EUBP Conference 2020: bioplastics industry’s leading business event with new online format and comprehensive speaker line-up

Oliver Buchholz2020-11-23T09:10:23+01:0019 November 2020|Tags: Austria, biobased, bioplastics, certification, circular economy, compostable, European Parliament, Germany, Japan, market data, policy, recyclable, Studies, sustainability, TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium|

EUBP Conference platform with main hall, auditorium, exhibition, poster hall, networking lounge, and much more. Berlin, 19 November 2020 – The 15th European Bioplastics (EUBP) Conference, the leading business and networking event for the biopolymer industry in Europe, will be held online from 30 November to 3 December 2020. “As in previous [...]

In the run-up to 15th European Bioplastics Conference: what attendees can expect

In the run-up to 15th European Bioplastics Conference: what attendees can expect

info2020-10-30T17:38:40+01:0030 October 2020|Tags: Austria, biobased, biodegradable, bioplastics, certification, compostable, European Bioplastics Conference, feedstock, innovation, market data, packaging, policy, recyclable, renewable, sustainability, TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium|

Living up to providing you with the leading business and networking event for the biopolymer industry in Europe, the conference’s 2020 edition is going virtual! No, we will not tie you to the screen with an all-day zoom call, instead we are delighted to present you with live, interactive, and to-the point panel discussions [...]

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