Plant-Based Nanocellulose Enables Sustainable Recovery Of Rare Earth ...
2 days ago · Researchers at Penn State have developed a plant-based material capable of selectively recovering dysprosium, a heavy rare earth element widely used in semiconductors, electric motors, …
Plant-based material offers sustainable method of recovering rare …
6 days ago · A team led by researchers at Penn State used a plant-based material to separate and recover dysprosium, a heavy rare earth element used in industrial manufacturing, from other rare …
Scientists Develop Self-Healing, Plant-Based Plastic - Technology …
Sep 3, 2025 · Scientists Develop Plant-Based Plastic That Is Self-Repairing and Antimicrobial The new material can be applied in various fields where cleanliness, precision and durability are essential.
Green Polyethylene: The Plant-Based Plastic That’s Replacing Oil
Apr 29, 2025 · Green PE is produced using ethanol derived from renewable sources—primarily sugarcane in Brazil, but also wheat grain and beet in Europe. It behaves the same as traditional …
This New Plant-Based Material Might Be The Key To Ditching Single …
Apr 11, 2025 · Researchers have created a new plant-based material that could become a strong contender for a plastic replacement.
Plant-Based Plastics: The Rise of Biodegradable Materials
Aug 13, 2025 · Now, a new era is starting: plant-based plastics. The promise? A future where packaging, products, and even industrial materials don’t cost the earth. Let’s dig into what this means …
Biodegradable Materials: Plant-Based Polymers & Uses
From food packaging to consumer goods, the versatility of plant-based polymers opens doors to a sustainable future. Join us as we uncover unique insights into the latest advancements in …
The Rise of Plant-Based Materials in Eco Design
May 25, 2025 · As sustainability takes center stage in design and manufacturing, plant-based materials are rapidly gaining traction as a smart, eco-conscious alternative. From packaging to furniture and …
Sustainable Plant-Based Materials: Benefits & Uses
Discover the benefits and uses of sustainable plant-based materials. Learn how they reduce waste, fight pollution, and create a greener future.
New plant-derived composite is tough as bone and hard as aluminum
Feb 10, 2022 · The researchers found the cellulose-based composite is stronger and tougher than some types of bone, and harder than typical aluminum alloys. The material has a brick-and-mortar …