Biobased polymers offer sustainable alternatives to plastics
Bioplastics contribute substantially to achieving the ambitious climate goals set out in the European Green Deal as well as socio-economic targets, such as creating more jobs and growth, and fostering vibrant and sustainable rural areas. Consumption and demand for bio-based products in Europe are showing strong progress, and bio-based applications are achieving one of the highest substitutions of fossil-based materials in the European bioeconomy. Additionally, compostable plastic packaging is contributing to reaching the ambitious recycling and landfill reduction targets by helping to separately collect more municipal kitchen waste. Companies such as IFF, are at the forefront of these innovations. The international chemical company is using EU sugar beets to commercialise a biomaterial platform for performance advanced materials in packaging, home, and personal care. These bio-based and biodegradable materials address the increasing demand for sustainable innovative materials that are circular by design and reduce GHG emissions without compromising product performance.
CONTRIBUTION TO EU PRIORITIES:
- Circular Economy Action Plan - Creating circular packaging solutions and reducing waste
- Climate Strategy - Reducing CO2 emissions
- Innovation - Leading-edge R&D for innovative materials
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