Leandrop launches sustainable clothing made from hemp and bamboo
“Why are these materials not normally used if they are so good?” asked the brand’s founders.
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This machine turns plastic bottles into 3D printer ink
PETBot works by cutting the bottle into long strips, and a driven spool rolls up it up. The spool is then heated to melt the material and pulls through a nozzle to form the filament, later used as ink for 3D printers.
Mussels could play key role in microplastic cleanup
Scientists at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) have begun a series of experiments of a unique microplastic clean-up method using mussels as natural filtration systems.
This lipstick’s case made from algae can disintegrate in 12 weeks
“A small lipstick, with the conventional design we are used to, will never be recycled in the current industrial world,” said the students.
Farm-to-table restaurant in Malaysia lets people plant their own food
Bug’s Paradise Farm, an organic plantation located in Puchong, Malaysia, offers a different farm-to-table…
Crocs targets zero carbon emission by 2030
Crocs is looking to be 100 per cent vegan by the end of this year, using the bio-based Croslite material as the predominant component in its footwear range.
Guerlain strengthens its commitment to bee preservation
The brand’s symbol since 1852, French luxury beauty company Guerlain has launched initiatives this year to help support bees.
Denmark’s Beyond Leather converts apple waste to vegan leather
The faux leather is made from the skins, cores, stems, and seeds of leftover apples after the fruit is juiced.
Act71 makes biodegradable phone cases from potatoes
Made in Australia, the plant-based mobile phone cases are made from plant matter, including potatoes, wood chippings, and corn starch.
Stay Tray offers a sustainable solution for holding coffee cups
Kate Stewart, founder of Stay Trays, loves her coffee. However, for 17 years of getting her daily cup every morning, she says it felt “painfully ironic” to use reusable coffee cups but carry them in a disposable coffee tray.
Plant-based chicken brand Tindle makes its debut in Hong Kong
Created by Singapore-based food tech company Next Gen, the plant-based chicken aims to help the planet by using 74 per cent less land, 88 per cent less water, and producing 88 per cent less greenhouse gas emissions than traditional chicken.
Beko introduces eco-friendly appliances that use recycled materials
Unveiled in a virtual showcase last month, the sustainable products include a washing machine, dryer, oven, refrigerator, tumble dryer, coffee maker, and dishwasher.
Chinese fine-dining restaurant Mott now offers plant-based menu in Singapore
The Singapore outlet will be adding nine plant-based dishes in its menu developed by the restaurant’s founders and culinary team after months of research.
Barbie launches first doll collection made from recycled plastic
Global toy company Mattel has unveiled its first Barbie doll collection made from recycled…
All plant-based Burger King restaurant opens in Germany
Fastfood giant Burger King has opened its first vegan restaurant in Cologne, Germany, but…