Bio-compatible: Microalgae-based inks takes spotlight in 3D laser printing
Traditional 3D printing is widely used for prototyping and manufacturing different parts within industries.
German scientists discover fungi with an appetite for plastic
They could potentially be used in controlled environments where they can degrade certain types of plastic
MCM collaborates with Harper collective to launch a sustainable luggage range
Harper Collective creates its hard-shell rolling travel cases using a combination of post-consumer plastic and 70 per cent recycled ocean plastic.
21 zero-waste and sustainable school supplies
We have curated a list of reusable, sustainable, and zero-waste school supplies to help minimise your carbon footprint.
Scientists convert plastic into nanodiamonds in ‘stellar’ breakthrough
Researchers have discovered a way to replicate those diamonds with planetary conditions in the laboratory by using polystyrene to create nanodiamonds.
German plant-based skincare brand Studio Botanic launches in Hong Kong
Founded on the principle of “less is more,” the brand uses fewer ingredients than traditional cosmetics to minimise its environmental impact.
Paper-based packing solution aims to replace plastic wrapping in e-commerce
According to the company, the Functional Barrier Paper system is 95 per cent paper with enhanced barrier properties that can protect against water vapour and moisture.
Replacing beef with microbial protein could help cut deforestation by half
There are three broad groups of meat analogues – plant-based, cell-based, and fungi-based (microbial protein) – all available in a large variety in supermarkets.
10 promising alt-seafood companies to watch
These innovative and promising alt-seafood companies are taking strides to combat climate change by developing seafood with cell-based and lab-grown technologies.
Bluu Seafood to launch its first cell-based fish products
“Cultivated seafood is the better alternative for those with a conscious, sustainable lifestyle who enjoy eating seafood but care about the environment“, added Sebastian Rakers, co-founder and CEO, Bluu Seafood.
German startup develops plastic-free alt-leather from hemp waste
The hemp-based faux leather is fully biodegradable, which presents itself as a more sustainable alternative to other bio-based leather that is still finished with non-biodegradable glues or oils.
Fruit waste and algae mixed to create biodegradable alt-leather
The plant-based textile is versatile and waterproof. In addition, it’s malleable to be hardened to create accessories like buttons and softened as fabric for clothing or bags.
Mercedes-Benz overcomes EV ‘range anxiety’ with 1000km capacity Vision EQXX
“This is how we imagine the future of electric cars” Mercedes-Benz chief says at unveiling during this week’s CES technology exhibition in Las Vegas.
Adidas and Allbirds unveil first collaboration under Futurecraft.Footprint mission
Two brands share ambition to make a performance running shoe with as small a carbon footprint as possible.
Continental unveils tyres made of dandelions and plastic bottles
More than half of the raw materials used in Conti GreenConcept are either from renewable sources or recycled.