The knowledge-based company; “Behzist Sanat Derakht-e-Zendegi (affiliated with Behzist Danesh Narvan) actively participated in the 20th Specialized Exhibition of Flower and Plant – Shiraz-e- Sabz, introducing eco-friendly products under the brand name Lignum Vitae in the agricultural and horticultural sectors. The exhibition, held from December 1st to 5th, 2024 at the permanent exhibition center of […]
OFD apps have put food a click away and are preferred as they save the hassle associated with cooking. The OFD industry has opened up new opportunities for restaurant owners and consumers by having food delivered to their homes without meeting physically (see Figure 1). On the other hand, its popularity can increase the risk […]
Do you know Burning garbage and plastic is a major contributor to PM2.5 pollution (particulate matter smaller than 2.5 micrometers) and is linked to a significant proportion of lung cancer cases. In Aspropyrgos, Greece, a 2015 fire at a plastic recycling plant released large amounts of toxic PCDDs and PCDFs into the air. Subsequent community […]
News_LENZING™ Industrial, the industrial application arm of Lenzing produces fibres that combine high performance with low environmental impact. The application of these LENZING™ Lyocell fibres can be found in specialized and unlikely places – even in space. Lenzing fibres have a lower impact on the environment through the award-winning fibre production process, the natural biodegradability […]
News- Scientists at Rice University and the University of Houston have developed a powerful new material by guiding bacteria to grow cellulose in aligned patterns, resulting in sheets with the strength of metals and the flexibility of plastic—without pollution. Using a rotating bioreactor, they transformed the purest biopolymer on Earth into a high-performance alternative to plastic […]
News_Nylon-based products such as clothing and fishing nets are notoriously slow to degrade, especially in marine environments, contributing significantlyn to global ocean pollution A Korean research team (Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT)) has now developed an innovative material (polyesteramide (PEA)) that can be produced using existing manufacturing infrastructure and effectively addresses this problem. […]
Do you Know… South Korea’s SKC announced a significant investment to construct the world’s largest biodegradable plastic plant in Hai Phong, Vietnam, set to enhance production of PBAT by 70,000 tons annually. These strategic moves are set to strengthen market positions and offer broader applications for biodegradable products. Ref: www.globenewswire.com 6/11/2025
news_ The primary catalyst behind the market’s rapid expansion is the global shift toward environmentally friendly packaging solutions. Stringent regulations banning single-use plastics in countries across Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific have accelerated the adoption of bioplastics. Additionally, rising consumer awareness about the environmental hazards of plastic waste has led to increased demand for […]
News_The PLA4MAP project is developing a bio-based, recyclable packaging system that comprises a deep-drawn PLA (polylactic acid) container and a PLA sealing film. For innovative modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), specific oxygen and water vapor permeabilities must not be exceeded. Any shortcoming regarding the water vapor permeability of the PLA containers can be remedied by applying […]
News- TotalEnergies Corbion (the Netherlands) and Useon (China) have announced a strategic partnership to advance the development and global commercialization of EPLA moulded products – a new generation of sustainable, high-performance foam materials made from Luminy® PLA bioplastics. EPLA (Expanded PLA) is a biobased, industrially compostable material designed for packaging, food service, cold-chain applications, and […]
