EUDR compliance simplified for industries to meet Europe’s deforestation rules
If your products rely on materials like palm oil, soy, or timber, EUDR compliance introduces complex challenges. Gaps in traceability tools, unreliable geolocation data, and limited supplier transparency have delayed product launches and increased costs. Industries are struggling to find compliant materials that still meet functional needs. In this study, we take a closer look […]
5 Bottle Caps and Closure Trends to Watch in 2025
CG Roxane has recently changed its Alpine Spring Water bottle lids from detachable screw closures to EZ-Caps (tethered caps). Coca-Cola, The Absolut Company, and Coverpla make similar changes to their caps. What’s driving these changes? The three main reasons are sustainability goals, consumer preference, and updated government regulations, including EU directive 2019/904 and California’s AB […]
Top 12 Drug Patents Expiring as early as February 2025
Several high-value drug patents are expiring as early as February 2025, along with their data exclusivities. The list includes Farxiga, Mounjaro, and Ozempic, opening a window for generic developers to strategically target high-value drugs. GreyB analyzed all the drug patents expiring between 2025 and 2040 and spotted the top 12 high-value drugs. The analysis highlights: […]
Make your company EUDR compliant and save forests with this nut
The European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) requires companies to ensure their commodities—like palm oil, cocoa butter, and shea butter—are free from links to deforestation. However, traditional shea butter production methods rely heavily on firewood, leading to deforestation. This puts brands at risk of non-compliance. Set to take effect in 2025, food and cosmetics brands face […]
Dominating a $35 billion polyols market with sewage sludge – Ecorbio found a way do it!
The chemical industry faces a pressing global challenge—reducing its reliance on fossil fuels as feedstocks. About 13% of global fossil fuel production (~30 EJ) is used for non-energy purposes, with two-thirds allocated to the chemical sector. This dependency results in around 1 GtCO₂ emissions annually, making the industry one of the hardest to decarbonize. A […]
Ex-IBM leader turns brewery waste into sustainable egg white protein alternative
Replicating the unique functionality of egg whites, like foaming, binding, and gelling, has long been a critical challenge for the alternative protein industry. Their traditional production comes with steep trade-offs, requiring large amounts of water, land, and feed for chickens, and have Carbon emissions ~2,600 kg CO2-eq per cycle, with chicken feed contributing the majority. […]
This 3000x sweeter than sugar protein secured US regulatory approval
Reducing sugar in food without sacrificing taste has been one of the toughest challenges for the food industry. Many sugar alternatives either don’t taste the same or fail to work well in recipes. With over 74% of packaged foods containing added sugars, the global sugar reduction efforts have intensified. Yet, natural sweeteners like stevia and […]
This device could double IVF treatment success rates by 2030
Sperm selection is one of the biggest challenges in fertility treatments today. Nearly one in six people globally face infertility, yet current technologies struggle to match the natural process of selecting the healthiest sperm. This gap often leads to lower success rates in treatments like IVF, leaving couples with limited options and uncertain outcomes. A […]
How is this bio-Ink 3D printing skin, cardiac tissue, and blood vessels?
Creating complex tissues and organs in the lab is a big challenge in tissue engineering. The lack of high-quality biomaterials for stem cell growth only adds to the difficulty. This slows progress in developing treatments for conditions like neurodegenerative diseases and spinal cord injuries, leaving millions of patients waiting for solutions. A Canadian startup, Axolotl […]
This 52 ingredient, natural formula is leading the slow beauty trend
Following the slow beauty trend, consumers increasingly seek ethically produced, eco-friendly products that provide long-term benefits rather than quick fixes. Market data shows that 65% of consumers are willing to pay a premium for products with natural and organic ingredients. A startup called My Green is meeting this demand for sustainable cosmetics using the maximal […]
Former Apple exec turns 500 years of ocean waste into backyard compost
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) has long been a go-to material for electronics and automotive packaging due to its lightweight and protective properties. However, EPS takes up to 500 years to degrade and contributes to 11 million metric tons of plastic in the ocean annually. With less than 10% of EPS recycled due to contamination and high […]
This startup is making plastic-free goods without cutting down a single tree!
Most alternatives to plastic (e.g., paper products) rely on tree fibers. A World Wide Fund for Nature survey shows that the Pulp and paper industry consumes nearly 40 percent of the industrial wood traded globally. Replacing plastic with paper is easy, but ReStalk is taking it to another level. The regenerative packaging startup offers an […]
Innovation consulting underdogs that can help you innovate faster in 2025
The biggest challenge in finding the right innovation partner isn’t a lack of options—it’s knowing which consulting firm can truly deliver results tailored to your business. The best innovation consulting firms don’t rely on one-size-fits-all approaches. Instead, they bring in seasoned experts who specialize in your industry, craft tailored strategies, and use proven methodologies to […]
How regenerative packaging is cutting costs and waste in supply chains?
Supply chain waste remains a critical challenge for businesses, with over 7 billion tons of plastic waste generated globally each year, of which less than 10% is recycled. For industries relying on single-use materials, packaging waste contributes to environmental issues and leads to inefficiencies in material usage and compliance costs. Companies like Nestlé and Unilever […]
Integrating sustainability in tobacco: How are industry players aligning their R&D efforts?
The complexity of integrating sustainability in tobacco lies in finding the balance between operational efficiency, resource optimization, and delivering tangible progress in sustainability goals. Whether it’s addressing agricultural impacts, reducing manufacturing emissions, or innovating biodegradable alternatives, the industry stands at the cusp of significant transformation. Those who lead with solutions, not just compliance, will set […]
Vegan Probiotic Trends to Watch in 2025
Dairy-based products currently dominate the probiotics market, taking up 80% of the probiotic segment. GreyB found that approximately 50% of new patents filed are moving toward these vegan solutions. Pioneering brewers like Kitaoka Honten and establishments like the Korea Institute of Science & Technology are developing newer vegan probiotic solutions. This article discusses the latest […]
