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- How biodegradable is biodegradable plastic?Researchers from the University of Plymouth examined the degradation of five plastic bag materials widely available from high street retailers in the UK in…
- Mass-producible straws made of a biodegradable compositeRenewable materials company Stora Enso and start-up Sulapac developed renewable and biodegradable straws made from a wood composite material. Plastic straws are non-recyclable and…
- Biodegradable PHB with nanoparticles resolves brittle problemPolyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) modified with clay nanoparticles could be the next wave in the biodegradable plastics market. PHB, produced by bacterial action, is a rare…
- Ocean Bacteria Reveal How Biodegradable Plastics Really Break DownBiodegradable plastics are often seen as a solution to the global plastic waste problem. However, new research from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)…
- Secumat® Green – Biodegradable Erosion Control MatSecumat® Green is a biodegradable three-dimensional erosion control mat designed to stabilise soil during the early stages of vegetation growth. Acting as an artificial root network, it protects the substrate against erosion until natural vegetation is sufficiently established. Once plant roots have taken over the stabilising function, the mat gradually biodegrades, leaving a stable and naturally reinforced soil structure.
- Caleyda: A Natural, Biodegradable Alternative to PlasticAs the design industry seeks sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics, Paques Biomaterials introduces an innovative solution: Caleyda. This biobased, biodegradable plastic alternative is especially…
- Blooming biodegradable face masksIn response to the growing plastic pollution by single-use face masks, Dutch brand Marie Bee Bloom designed biodegradable face masks made of rice paper,…
- Biodegradable polyester clothing made with wastewaterOne major problem with oil-based polyester clothing is that when washed, they shed microfibers, tiny particles of plastic that are washed into the ocean…
- That’s It: Biodegradable packaging from algae-based materialPetroleum based plastic, and especially packaging, is a major problem in our world. It does not degrade, at least not in our lifetime, and…
- Biodegradable Algae Water Bottles Offer Intriguing PossibilitiesMany of the world's plastic bottles end up in landfills or in oceans where they takes hundreds of years to biodegrade. In response to…
- Biodegradable powerKeywords in material innovation keep popping up. Sustainability, of course. Lightweight, translucent and smart materials, too. Materials that conserve or produce energy are becoming…
- Biodegradable envelopesBiodegradable envelopes are made of 100% polyethylene. The polyethylene is treated with an additive that allows it to biodegrade. The material is inert and non toxic.
- Peel: Transforming Discarded Fruit Skins into Biodegradable Design MaterialsFruit waste can serve as a valuable raw material for sustainable design. PEEL, a material research project by designer Nefeli Vitoraki, shows how discarded…
- Engineered Bacteria Turn Potato Starch Into Biodegradable BioplasticResearchers at the University of Barcelona have developed a biodegradable bioplastic from unprocessed potato starch. The material offers a promising alternative to conventional petroleum-based…
- Corn-Based ‘Plantymer’ Mimics Spider Silk to Create Strong Biodegradable PlasticResearchers from China and the Netherlands have developed a new biopolymer from corn protein that combines high performance with biodegradability. Inspired by spider silk,…
- Eco Purge: Biodegradable Plastic Designed To Break Down MicroplasticsMany biodegradable plastics aim to reduce future plastic waste. Eco Purge, developed by Irish innovator Arya Satheesh, takes this idea a step further. The…
- Biodegradable Plant Sensors Enable Rapid Pesticide DetectionResearchers at the São Carlos Institute of Physics at the University of São Paulo (IFSC-USP) in Brazil have developed biodegradable wearable sensors that detect…
- Coffee Waste Upcycled Into High-Performance Biodegradable InsulationA new material innovation demonstrates how everyday waste streams can be transformed into high-value building solutions. Researchers at Shenyang Agricultural University have developed a…
- Biodegradable Plastics: Why Designers Should Look Beyond the LabelBiodegradable and biobased plastics are often promoted as sustainable choices for the built environment, interiors, products and packaging. Yet new research from Radboud University…
- Next-Generation Biodegradable Performance Textiles by Lenzing and OceanSafeAustrian fibre producer Lenzing Group and Swiss textile innovator OceanSafe have developed a new generation of sustainable, high-performance yarns. The partnership combines Lenzing’s Tencel…
- Hyphyn: A Biodegradable Vinyl for High-Performance InteriorsVinyl has long been used in upholstery and wallcoverings for its durability, but it is also associated with environmental concerns, particularly at the end…
- Wooltech: A Biodegradable Electronic Future Rooted in British WoolAs global e-waste surges and synthetic materials dominate, Wooltech offers a visionary alternative for designers across multiple disciplines. This innovative project by Hinna Khan,…
- The Living Pots: 3D Printed Biodegradable Vessels That Absorb CO2The Alwadiya: The Living Pots collection, developed by TECHNOCrafts in collaboration with LAMÁQUINA and Micaela Clubourg, presents an innovative approach to material sustainability, merging…
- Biodegradable Design: OXMAN’s Innovative Shoe PlatformOXMAN’s O⁰ platform introduces a new approach to designing consumer goods that grow, serve their purpose, and decompose in alignment with natural ecosystems. The…
