Tag: Germany

PEFerence project team to hose free webinar on LCAs on June 22

PEFerence project team to hose free webinar on LCAs on June 22

June 1, 2023 |

In Germany, on June 22, the PEFerence project team will organize a free webinar with the title: “PEF – A Circular Bio-Based Polymer with Improved Properties – LCA”. Within this free webinar, Ángel Puente (LCA expert at nova-Institute) will give an insite into the ISO-certified Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of PEF (polyethylene furanoate) bottles performed […]

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German researchers confirm that bacteria are powered by electricity

German researchers confirm that bacteria are powered by electricity

May 31, 2023 |

In Germany, in microbial electrosynthesis, microorganisms use CO2 and electricity to produce alcohol, for example. How this process works biologically, however, has only been speculated about, until now. Researchers at the Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology (Leibniz-HKI) have now been able to confirm experimentally for the first time that the bacteria […]

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German researchers complete biomass scenarios for 2030 and 2050

German researchers complete biomass scenarios for 2030 and 2050

May 30, 2023 |

In Germany, what is the optimal role of limited biomass in the national energy transition and what are the priority target markets for bioenergy sources? These questions were addressed by a team of researchers from the German Biomass Research Centre (DBFZ) and the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in the successfully completed research project […]

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German researchers develop process to produce formic acid from CO2

German researchers develop process to produce formic acid from CO2

May 25, 2023 |

In Germany, new synthetic metabolic pathways for CO2 fixation could not only help to reduce the CO2 content of the atmosphere, but also replace conventional chemical manufacturing processes for pharmaceuticals and active ingredients with carbon-neutral, biological processes. A new study demonstrates a process that can turn CO2 into a valuable material for the (bio)chemical industry […]

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Hamburg Airport teams with partners to test hydrogen handling over next two years

Hamburg Airport teams with partners to test hydrogen handling over next two years

May 15, 2023 |

In Germany, SimpleFlying reports Hamburg Airport has teamed up with Lufthansa Technik together with the German Aerospace Center and the Center for Applied Aeronautical Research to test hydrogen handling over the next two years to prepare for using hydrogen as a sustainable aviation fuel. A three-decade-old Airbus A320 located at Lufthansa Technik’s Hamburg base, known […]

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Germany researchers find new synthetic metabolic pathways to convert CO2 into chemicals

Germany researchers find new synthetic metabolic pathways to convert CO2 into chemicals

May 15, 2023 |

In Germany, new synthetic metabolic pathways for fixation of carbon dioxide could not only help to reduce the carbon dioxide content of the atmosphere, but also replace conventional chemical manufacturing processes for pharmaceuticals and active ingredients with carbon-neutral, biological processes. A new study published in Nature Communications demonstrates a process that can turn carbon dioxide […]

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German researchers develop more sustainable composites from flax and chitosan

German researchers develop more sustainable composites from flax and chitosan

May 10, 2023 |

In Germany, composite materials provide stability in aircraft parts, sports equipment, and everyday household items. However, most of these materials have a poor carbon footprint and are not naturally degradable. A more sustainable alternative has been developed by a team from the University of Stuttgart from the Institute of Interfacial Process Engineering and Plasma Technology […]

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Eighteen partners using plant residues to produce recyclable and biodegradable plastics

Eighteen partners using plant residues to produce recyclable and biodegradable plastics

May 8, 2023 |

In Germany, in the RUBIO project, 18 partners are turning the vision of a sustainable plastics industry into reality. Their goal is to use regionally available plant residues to create versatile, sustainable products that are recyclable and biodegradable. As part of the project, the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP is developing new types […]

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Hapag-Lloyd launches “Ship Green” solution to boost biofuel use in transportation

Hapag-Lloyd launches “Ship Green” solution to boost biofuel use in transportation

May 4, 2023 |

In Germany, Hapag-Lloyd is introducing “Ship Green”, a new solution for climate-friendly transportation based on biofuel. The solution is accessible from anywhere at any time and requires no long-term commitment from customers. In the first rollout stage, customers can add Ship Green as an additional service to their existing bookings. With Ship Green, customers can […]

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Lanxess sets ambitious raw material goals for three end markets

Lanxess sets ambitious raw material goals for three end markets

May 1, 2023 |

In Germany, chemical major Lanxess is targeting “sustainable product variants” for its entire portfolio of flavors and fragrances, preservatives and animal nutrition products by the end of 2023. To secure sustainable raw materials—which include biobased, circular and raw materials with a reduced carbon footprint from the use of renewable energies—the business unit has entered into […]

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