Biodegradable materials offer a possible way to reduce the environmental impact associated with single-use medical devices ...

Tobacco companies, Novotny said, tried a variety of different filter materials, such as cotton, charcoal, and food starch, before landing on a plastic fiber called cellulose acetate, which remains ...

Researchers have found that cornstarch-based pads are 17 times more environmentally friendly than traditional ones.

Reactive extrusion with edible citric acid and cross linking interactions was evaluated on extruded thermoplastic in natura and cationic starch-pectin blends. Materials water susceptibility and ...

The global manufacturing industry is under increased pressure to meet the net-zero waste and carbon neutrality goals set by Canada and other jurisdictions. However, plastic waste remains a critical ...

From paper and cardboard to plastic and plant-based alternatives, packaging materials vary widely in their impact on the ...

A major #bioethanol facility in #Redcar is at risk of shutting down unless urgent #government intervention is secured, its ...

Global Biodegradable Mulch Films Market is valued approximately at USD 73.19 million in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 8.45% over the forecast period 2024-2032 ...

From compostable bioplastics to smart freshness labels, food packaging innovations are cutting waste, improving safety, and ...

The Suri electric toothbrush is designed with sustainability in mind. The brand says that more than four billion toothbrushes ...

Biodegradable polymers are well-known for their applications in packaging and agricultural films, but one of their most ...