Good News Notes: “Chinese scientists say they have identified a blend of marine bacteria that appears capable of breaking down polythene, one of the most ubiquitous plastics on the planet and source of much of the pollution in the world’s oceans. While the plastic-eating qualities of bacteria are already well known to the scientific community,…
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Biodegradable plastic that can break down in your compost developed by scientists
Good News Notes: “Biodegradable plastic bags, cutlery and coffee cup lids may seem like a win for the environment, but they often introduce more problems than solutions. Despite being touted as “green”, many of these plastics take just as long as their conventional counterparts to break down in home composts and landfill, leading to more pollution…
Making Cleaner, Greener, Biodegradable Plastics From Waste Fish Parts
Good News Notes: “Polyurethanes, a type of plastic, are nearly everywhere — in shoes, clothes, refrigerators, and construction materials. But these highly versatile materials can have a major downside. Derived from crude oil, toxic to synthesize, and slow to break down, conventional polyurethanes are not environmentally friendly. Today, researchers discuss devising what they say should…
These biodegradable facemasks bloom into flowers when planted after use
Good News Notes: “A Dutch designer has created biodegradable facemasks made from rice paper that will transform into flowers when planted. Face masks are now part of our daily lives and are likely to remain so for months, if not years. But while they may be essential in stopping the spread of coronavirus pandemic, they…
Dunkin’ debuts new sip lid for sweet cold foam drinks, continues testing biodegradable straws at Massachusetts locations
Good News Notes: “Dunkin’s drinks might look a little different starting Wednesday, as the company introduces a new type of lid. The new sip lid is designed specifically for sweet cold foam drinks, which also debuts nationwide on Wednesday. ‘The sip lids are a great innovation to introduce with our sweet cold foam because they enhance the sipping…
Green Whale Global supplies compostable plastic products to fashion, cosmetic industries
Good News Notes: “Green Whale Global, the first South Korean firm to produce 100 percent biodegradable plastics, has successfully supplied international and Korean clothing brands with biodegradable hardened plastics, the company said. The clothing brands such as Recto, Nounou, and Nohant are soon to offer environmentally friendly packaging and hangers using plastics manufactured by GWG,…
This circular economy start-up recycles chopsticks into sustainable furniture
Good News Notes: “Most people would look at an old pair of chopsticks and see nothing but trash. At a push, maybe something their kid could use in a school art project. Felix Böck saw desks, tables, chopping blocks, even dominos – and the basis of a thriving business that shows the circular economy in…
Meatless Farm Announces Expanded Distribution
Good News Notes: “Meatless Farm, the mission-driven, sustainable plant-based food company, announces its expansion into several US retail and ecommerce channels, as well as its intention to raise up to $75 million in 2021. According to Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) and market research company SPINS, there has been a 90 percent increase in plant-based…
AeroFlexx Announces Partnership with TerraCycle®
Good News Notes: “AeroFlexx today announced a partnership with TerraCycle® as part of its sustainability commitment. This new partnership is an extension of AeroFlexx’s sustainable liquids packaging offering that begins with source reduction, using 50 to 70% less plastic than traditional rigid bottles. AeroFlexx packaging solutions also deliver significant e-commerce benefits and are ISTA 6 Amazon approved. AeroFlexx…
LEGO to phase out single-use plastic packaging
Good News Notes: “The LEGO Group has announced plans to package its products in recyclable paper rather than single-use plastic. The Danish toymaker said in a statement on Tuesday that the new bags will begin appearing in LEGO boxes starting in 2021, as part of a $400 million investment into sustainability initiatives over the next three years. The…