Plant physiologists in California are working with the EarthShell packaging company to complete the environmentally friendly containers. Moulded from wheat-starch batter, containers – as well as cups, ...

This bag of tomatoes is made from the new plant-based plastic that uses FDA-approved ingredients. Watch as the bag completely dissolves in artificial seawater after just a few hours, without leaving ...

A European startup which aims to replace plastic packaging with tree bark-based technology has successfully raised €1 million at the pre-seed stage with investors. Bpacks has developed a composite ...

Biodegradable plastics are sold as a simple fix for a world drowning in packaging, but the reality is far messier than the marketing suggests. Labels that promise bags, cups, and utensils will ...

CNBC is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Disruptor 50 list. Submit a nomination before February 23. Footprint, an Arizona-based materials science technology company known for its plant-based ...