Why does the bioplastics tool exist? This online tool was developed as part of the project “Options for action for the use of sustainable bio-based plastics as packaging for food. Assistance with decision-making via an internet portal” funded by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL). It was extensively revised in a subsequent project read more...
What are bio-based plastics and why is there demand for them?
Today, it is impossible to imagine everyday life without plastics. From medical to technical applications and also in food packaging, these materials are used in almost all areas of daily life. According to statista.de, “the annual global production of plastics has risen sharply over the past 70 years or so – to a level of read more…
Why does the bioplastics tool exist?
The online tool was developed by the Assoziation ökologischer Lebensmittelhersteller e.V. (Association of Organic Food Manufacturers, AöL) as part of the project “Options for action for the use of sustainable bio-based plastics as packaging for food” funded by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL). In a subsequent project funded by the BMEL, “Updating read more…