Keyword: European Bioplastics

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EU Parliament Passes Law Curbing Plastic Bags

22.04.2014 - Under a draft law passed by the European Parliament just before Easter, with 539 in favor, 51 against and 72 abstentions, EU member states would have to halve their use of certain...

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EU Moves to Regulate Single-Trip Plastic Bag Use

07.11.2013 - As part of its ongoing effort to curb plastics waste, the European Union is tightening the reins on distribution of disposable carrier bags. On Nov. 4, the European Commission (EC)...

Chemistry & Life Sciences

EU-Policy: Bioplastics in The Bio-Economy

07.09.2011 - Rough Road Ahead - The climate is changing and competition around the world is increasing - Europe is in for some severe challenges. Concepts such as the bio-economy, focus on...

Chemistry & Life Sciences

Biobased Packaging — A Long-Term Trend

10.05.2011 - Forging New Ground - European supermarkets - Sainsbury's in the UK or Albert Heijn in the Netherlands - may be cited as pioneers, being the first to recognize the opportunities for...