Product & Material Innovation
Learn how innovation in compostable materials is transforming the way we collect, treat, and reuse organic resources, closing the loop for a cleaner future.

Sustainable packaging from feathers and compostable plastic
London-based startup Aeropowder created Pluumo, a high-performance insulation material that turns surplus feather waste into a sustainable alternative to polystyrene.

Novamont Acquires Biobag and strengthens its leadership and global presence
Italy’s Novamont, a global leader in biochemicals and compostable bioplastics, has acquired Biobag Group, a Norway-based supplier of low-impact solutions for waste collection and packaging.

Green refuse bags are just as green as they look!
It can be difficult for the individual consumer to find out what the difference is between the various waste bags offered for sorting the organic waste in the kitchen.

Are OXO-biodegradable plastics environmentally friendly?
Plastics are deeply embedded in our daily lives and will remain in the consumer market for years. But both manufacturers and consumers have a responsibility to choose and use them wisely.