Novel biodegradable, REcyclable, BIO-based and safe plastics with enhanced circuLar properties for food packaging and agricUltural applicaTIONs
Novel fully bio-based and biodegradable polyester blends for food packaging and mulch films
9 Partners
7 European countries
5 Millions € Founding
3 Years
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Project partners
We are 9 partners spread over 7 countries
Inspired to contribute with solutions for a true circular economy in Europe
About the project
The EU has set itself ambitious targets in the Green Deal.
The use of alternative fossil-free raw materials, such as bio-based or recycled raw materials, as well as recyclable and/or biodegradable materials, plays a central role in achieving these circularity goals.
REBIOLUTION aims to design and synthetize novel fully bio-based and biodegradable polyester blends based on 2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA) and other bio-based monomers fit for specific product-market applications.
FDCA
Objectives
- Develop fully bio-based, biodegradable and recyclable plastics for paper food packaging and agricultural films
- Raw material sourcing from annually renewable sources
- Biodegradable in home and industrial composting, soil and aquatic environments
- Recyclable
- Enhancing circularity in applications where mechanical recycling is not possible – food paper packaging and agricultural films
- Safe to use
Establish well-defined properties to improve sustainability, using non-toxic substances, reducing the consumption of non-renewable resources while ensuring recyclability and biodegradability, both in home composting and in soil, fresh water and the marine environment.
News Rebiolution
REBIOLUTION at PWFWC24: Tackling Plastic Pollution with Biodegradable Materials
At PWFWC24, our partner HYDRA Marine Sciencies presented groundbreaking insights on microplastic persistence and the environmental impact of biodegradable vs. non-degradable polymers. The presentation introduced a novel conceptual model designed to help select polymers and materials that combine the desired functionality with minimal environmental impact. With plastic pollution high on the
REBIOLUTION at the First PEF World Congress
The first-ever PEF World Congress, held on October 30-31, 2024, gathered industry leaders, researchers, and innovators from around the world to explore the exciting future of Polyethylene Furanoate (PEF)—a 100% plant-based, recyclable polyester set to revolutionize sustainable packaging. Hosted in Düsseldorf, Germany, with a hybrid format, the conference brought together
REBIOLUTION ETH Zurich & HYDRA Recognized at ETH Zurich for Advancing Biodegradability Testing
We are thrilled to announce that our colleague, Elisa Galeri, has been recognized as one of the three winners of the poster prize at this year’s Food Day hosted by the World Food System Centre, ETH Zurich. Elisa’s award-winning poster, titled “Towards Acceleration of Environmentally Relevant Screening Tests for Biodegradable