Polyhydroxyalkanoates

Kaneka to significantly increase its production capacity for KANEKA Biodegradable Polymer Green Planet™ in Japan

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Policy, Soil, Biophysical environment, Horticultural oil, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, Technology, ESG, Plastic, Product life-cycle theory, Water, Wellness, Minato, Recycling, Renewable energy, Green Planet, Social, Kaneka Corporation

MINATO-KU, Tokyo, Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Kaneka Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Minoru Tanaka) is pleased to announce that it will significantly increase production capacity for KANEKA Biodegradable Polymer Green Planet (referred to below as "Green Planet") in Japan.

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MINATO-KU, Tokyo, Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Kaneka Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Minoru Tanaka) is pleased to announce that it will significantly increase production capacity for KANEKA Biodegradable Polymer Green Planet (referred to below as "Green Planet") in Japan.
Green Planet resins and compounds break down in both soil and water at the end of life depending on environmental conditions.
Green Planet compounds are already being used to make straws, cutlery, coffee capsules, bags, films and other applications.
Green Planet can be used in a wide variety of applications, and this range is expected to grow even further in the future.

EarthFirst Films by PSI Produces First PHA Home Compostable Packaging Film

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

Materials, Polymer chemistry, Bioplastics, Biomaterials, Chemistry, Biodegradation, Physical sciences, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, Plastic, Biodegradable plastic

b'COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --EarthFirst Films by PSI, a global bioplastic film technology and manufacturing company, announces the successful completion of the first commercial run of PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoate) home compostable packaging film.\nAlthough the PHA materials have been certified, the film will go through biodegradation and home compostability screening prior to full certification.

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b'COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --EarthFirst Films by PSI, a global bioplastic film technology and manufacturing company, announces the successful completion of the first commercial run of PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoate) home compostable packaging film.\nAlthough the PHA materials have been certified, the film will go through biodegradation and home compostability screening prior to full certification.
"\n"Home Compostable films are a catalyst for greater expansion of End-of-Life (EOL) options for flexible packaging," adds Chris Schaefer, Global Marketing Director.
"We\'re committed to helping brands lower their packaging carbon footprint in response to consumer requests.
"\nFor more information on EarthFirst Films by PSI, visit www.PlasticSuppliers.com .\nAbout EarthFirst Films by Plastic Suppliers, Inc. (PSI)\nEarthFirst Films by Plastic Suppliers, Inc. (PSI) is a global manufacturer of bio polymer EarthFirst thin gauge, compostable, sealant and barrier sealant films within food, beverage, quick-serve restaurants and other consumers packaged goods (CPG) and industrial market segments.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Robbins LLP Announces that Danimer Scientific, Inc. (DNMR, DNMRWS) is Being Sued for Misleading Shareholders

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

Legal, Professional services, Bioplastics, Organic polymers, Polyesters, Thermoplastics, Biodegradable plastic, Materials, Organic compounds, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, Plastic, Danimer Scientific, Biodegradation, Mirel

Following the Business Combination, Live Oak changed its name to Danimer Scientific, Inc., changed its business to Legacy Danimer\'s business, and replaced its management with Legacy Danimer\'s management.\nSince 2020, Legacy Danimer, and now Danimer, has sold polyhydroxyalkanoates ("PHAs") under the "Nodax" brand name for a wide variety of plastic applications.

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Following the Business Combination, Live Oak changed its name to Danimer Scientific, Inc., changed its business to Legacy Danimer\'s business, and replaced its management with Legacy Danimer\'s management.\nSince 2020, Legacy Danimer, and now Danimer, has sold polyhydroxyalkanoates ("PHAs") under the "Nodax" brand name for a wide variety of plastic applications.
The Company has touted Nodax as 100% biodegradable, renewable, and sustainable plastic, which is purportedly superior to traditional plastics.
The article, relying on several experts on biodegradable plastics, alleged that "many claims about Nodax are exaggerated and misleading."
Shareholders pay no fees or expenses.\nContact us to learn more:\n'

Cove & RWDC Industries Sign Exclusive Agreement for Over 350 Million Pounds of PHA

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Organic polymers, Bioplastics, Polyesters, Thermoplastics, Organic compounds, Articles, Bottles, Biomaterials, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, Recycling, Water bottle, Plastic pollution

RWDC will supply its proprietary PHA a sustainably sourced, naturally occurring biopolymer to produce Cove\'s water bottles.\nCove\'s mission is to end the world\'s reliance on plastic.

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RWDC will supply its proprietary PHA a sustainably sourced, naturally occurring biopolymer to produce Cove\'s water bottles.\nCove\'s mission is to end the world\'s reliance on plastic.
Cove\'s plastic-free, renewable bottles are made of PHA, a natural, non-toxic material that is broken down by microorganisms in nature.
RWDC is the developer of Solon, a proprietary polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) that is sustainably sourced, naturally occurring, and commercially viable.
RWDC supports sustainable practices and encourages responsible choice in plastic waste management, including recycling, to protect our environment and planet.

Danimer Scientific Receives Innovation Research Grant to Support Biodegradable Plastic Solutions

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021

b"Danimer Scientific (NYSE: DNMR), a leading developer and manufacturer of biodegradable materials, today announced it has received a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant to research pennycress oil as a potential feedstock material for producing polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), a biodegradable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic.\nThis press release features multimedia.

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b"Danimer Scientific (NYSE: DNMR), a leading developer and manufacturer of biodegradable materials, today announced it has received a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant to research pennycress oil as a potential feedstock material for producing polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), a biodegradable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic.\nThis press release features multimedia.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210511005296/en/\nDanimer Scientific and the University of Minnesota's Forever Green Initiative will research pennycress oil as a potential feedstock material for producing polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), a biodegradable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic.
(Photo: Business Wire)\nDanimer Scientific will partner with the University of Minnesota\xe2\x80\x99s Forever Green Initiative starting in July 2021 to research the potential for using pennycress oil in producing the company\xe2\x80\x99s Nodax\xc2\xae biodegradable solution.
All of Danimer Scientific\xe2\x80\x99s biopolymers, including Nodax\xc2\xae, are FDA approved for food contact.\nFor more information about Danimer Scientific, please visit: www.DanimerScientific.com .

Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market by Type, Production Method, Application, and Region - Global Forecast to 2025

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Friday, February 12, 2021

Branches of biology, Biology, Bioplastics, Polyesters, Thermoplastics, Biomaterials, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, Articles, Fermentation, PHA, Fermentation in food processing

The global polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market is estimated to be USD 62 million in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 121 million by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 14.2% between 2020 and 2025.

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The global polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market is estimated to be USD 62 million in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 121 million by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 14.2% between 2020 and 2025.
Based on the production method, the polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market has been segmented into as vegetable oil fermentation, sugar fermentation, and methane fermentation.
Europe is expected to be the largest polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market during the forecast period, in terms of value and volume
Europe is projected to be the largest market for the polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) during the forecast period.
Moreover there are a large number of PHA manufacturers in European region which has a huge domestic market in the region, giving this the largest market share.

Global Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market (2020 to 2025) - Increasing Scope in End-use Segments Presents Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, February 11, 2021

Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Branches of biology, Biology, Chemistry, Brewing, Food science, Metabolism, Mycology, Bioplastics, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, PHA, Fermentation

Factors such as stringent environmental laws and customer awareness will drive the polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market.

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Factors such as stringent environmental laws and customer awareness will drive the polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market.
However, the increasing scope in end-use segments and emergence of new raw materials will act as an opportunity for the market.
Based on the production method, the polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market has been segmented into as vegetable oil fermentation, sugar fermentation, and methane fermentation.
This increases the need for bioplastics, which in turn drives the market for polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA).

Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market worth $121 million by 2025 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

Branches of biology, Biology, Chemistry, Brewing, Food science, Metabolism, Mycology, Bioplastics, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, PHA, Fermentation

Sugar fermentation is estimated to be the largest production method in polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market between 2020 and 2025.

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Sugar fermentation is estimated to be the largest production method in polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market between 2020 and 2025.
Based on the production method, the polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market has been segmented into as vegetable oil fermentation, sugar fermentation, and methane fermentation.
Europe is expected to be the largest polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market during the forecast period, in terms of value and volume.
This increases the need for bioplastics, which in turn drives the market for polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA).

Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market worth $121 million by 2025 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

Branches of biology, Biology, Chemistry, Brewing, Food science, Metabolism, Mycology, Bioplastics, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, PHA, Fermentation

Sugar fermentation is estimated to be the largest production method in polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market between 2020 and 2025.

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Sugar fermentation is estimated to be the largest production method in polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market between 2020 and 2025.
Based on the production method, the polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market has been segmented into as vegetable oil fermentation, sugar fermentation, and methane fermentation.
Europe is expected to be the largest polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market during the forecast period, in terms of value and volume.
This increases the need for bioplastics, which in turn drives the market for polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA).

Global Bio-plastic Market Technology Landscape, Trends and Opportunities Report 2021: Focus on Packaging, Textile, Agriculture and Horticulture, Automotive, Electronics, Building and Construction - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, December 17, 2020

Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Materials, Plastics, Organic polymers, Bioplastics, Thermoplastics, Polymer chemistry, Polyesters, Biodegradable plastics, Polyhydroxyalkanoates, Biodegradation, Polylactic acid, Solegear Bioplastics

The "Technology Landscape, Trends and Opportunities in the Global Bio-plastic Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The "Technology Landscape, Trends and Opportunities in the Global Bio-plastic Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The technology in bio-plastic has undergone significant change in recent years, from PLA (polylactic acid) to PHAs (polyhydroxyalkanoates) based bioplastic.
In agrochemical market, various technologies such as biodegradable and non-biodegradable bioplastics are used in the packaging, textile, agriculture and horticulture, automotive, electronics, and building and construction applications.
This report analyzes technology maturity, degree of disruption, competitive intensity, market potential, and other parameters of various technologies in the bio-plastic market.