The world’s leading experts on the seaweed value chain will be in Adelaide next week for the international Seagriculture Asia-Pacific conference, uniting under the theme "Future Proofing the Seaweed Industry" and marking the first time it has been held in the region. With the support of the Australian Sustainable Seaweed Alliance (ASSA), Seagriculture Asia Pacific, which runs from March 18 to 20, is the first in-person event in the region, bringing together participants from the … [Read more...] about The world’s seaweed industry focuses on Adelaide at Seagriculture
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Syensqo achieves breakthrough in mechanical recycling of PVDC multilayer food packaging
Giving used food packaging a second life and advancing recycling of PVDC within the polyolefin waste streams Syensqo, a leading global provider of advanced performance materials and chemical solutions, is pleased to announce the successful completion of an ambitious recycling initiative. The results of comprehensive trials have proven that multilayer food packaging structures with Ixan® polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC) can effectively be recycled into valuable feedstock for other applications … [Read more...] about Syensqo achieves breakthrough in mechanical recycling of PVDC multilayer food packaging
The transformative potential of upcycled food in Asia’s sustainability journey
By Cath Isabedra Asia, home to more than half the world's population, faces unique challenges in balancing its growing food demand with sustainability goals. Food waste—a staggering 931 million tons annually, according to UNEP—is a critical issue across the region, burdening ecosystems, economies, and societies. Amid this crisis, the upcycled food movement is emerging as a powerful solution, offering a pathway to reducing waste, conserving resources, and fostering innovation. The … [Read more...] about The transformative potential of upcycled food in Asia’s sustainability journey
