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Biodegradable Plastic Market to Hit $10.0 Billion by 2030 at CAGR of 9.7%: Grand View Research, Inc.

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022
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Biodegradable plastics can be decomposed, via actions of microbes as well as other living organisms, into carbon dioxide, water, and biomass.

Key Points: 
  • Biodegradable plastics can be decomposed, via actions of microbes as well as other living organisms, into carbon dioxide, water, and biomass.
  • Subsequently, various initiatives and projects to support sustainability have been established in recent years, which is a positive factor driving market growth.
  • Read 102-page market research report, " Biodegradable Plastic Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Starch Based, PLA, PHA, PBAT, PBS), By Application (Packaging, Consumer Goods, Agriculture), And Segment Forecasts, 2022 - 2030 ", published by Grand View Research.
  • Grand View Research has segmented the global biodegradable plastic market based on product, application, and region

Eco-Tourism Case Study: The Role of Travel Industry Players, Tourism Bodies and Governments - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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The case study looks at the increasing interest behind the niche tourism segment of eco-tourism.

Key Points: 
  • The case study looks at the increasing interest behind the niche tourism segment of eco-tourism.
  • It discusses the concept of eco-tourism, motivations behind eco-tourism, eco-tourism in the media and the role of travel industry players and tourism bodies.
  • The case study also discusses the negative side of eco-tourism and the impacts it may have as well as the potential benefits associated with eco-tourism.
  • Within travel and tourism, this translates into increasing demand for sustainable travel options and transparency over aspects such as emissions.

EQT Awarded Gold Standard Rating by United Nations' Oil & Gas Methane Partnership

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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PITTSBURGH, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EQT Corporation (NYSE: EQT) today announced that the Oil & Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0) awarded the Company a "Gold Standard" rating, the highest reporting level under the initiative, in recognition of EQT's ambitious methane emissions reduction targets and advanced commitment to accurately measuring, reporting and reducing its company-specific and site level methane emissions. 

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EQT Corporation (NYSE: EQT) today announced that the Oil & Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0) awarded the Company a "Gold Standard" rating, the highest reporting level under the initiative, in recognition of EQT's ambitious methane emissions reduction targets and advanced commitment to accurately measuring, reporting and reducing its company-specific and site level methane emissions.
  • To attain the OGMP Gold Standard rating, "bottom-up" source-level (Level 4) reporting must be reconciled with "top-down" site level emissions measurements (Level 5).
  • "Our achieving the Gold Standard rating under the OGMP 2.0 further validates EQT's commitment to operating at the highest standards when it comes to methane monitoring and reduction.
  • EQT joined OGMP 2.0 in June 2021, committing to increasing its methane detection, monitoring and reporting.

Membrane Bioreactor Global Market Report 2022: Implementation of Advanced Technology Such As Microfiltration, Ultrafiltration, Rotating Biological Contactors and More Presents Opportunities

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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DUBLIN, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The "Membrane Bioreactor Global Market Report 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The "Membrane Bioreactor Global Market Report 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The regions covered in the membrane bioreactor market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
  • The rising prevalence of water pollution is significantly contributing to the growth of the membrane bioreactors market.
  • Major companies operating in the membrane bioreactor market are focused on providing technologically-advanced water treatment solutions to strengthen their market position.

Membrane Bioreactor Global Market Report 2022: Featuring Suez, Kubota Corporation, Evoqua Water Technologies, Mitsubishi Chemical & Toray Industries - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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The regions covered in the membrane bioreactor market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

Key Points: 
  • The regions covered in the membrane bioreactor market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
  • The rising prevalence of water pollution is significantly contributing to the growth of the membrane bioreactors market.
  • Water pollution occurs when toxic substances, often chemical products or microorganisms, are discharged into a stream, river, lake, or ocean.
  • Major companies operating in the membrane bioreactor market are focused on providing technologically-advanced water treatment solutions to strengthen their market position.

Tramontina Demonstrates Sustainability Commitments Through Inagural Taste of Tramontina Event

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Friday, October 7, 2022
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SUGAR LAND, Texas, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading housewares manufacturer Tramontina USA has introduced an event series titled 'Taste of Tramontina' to highlight the overall brand experience through different themed activations. The inaugural event focused on sustainability, in celebration of the brand's renewed commitment to ESG and its focus on instilling sustainable business practices across its operations. Adding to its long history of eco-friendly practices, the first iteration of Taste of Tramontina honored the partners and organizations that are helping make its ESG goals a reality, most notably Voice of the Oceans.

Key Points: 
  • SUGAR LAND, Texas, Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leading housewares manufacturer Tramontina USA has introduced an event series titled 'Taste of Tramontina' to highlight the overall brand experience through different themed activations.
  • We look forward to utilizing the Taste of Tramontina platform for many more unique brand touch points to come."
  • "Like Tramontina and Voice of the Oceans, I have deep familial ties to sustainability especially when it comes to seafood.
  • And for more information on the next Taste of Tramontina event, follow Tramontina on Instagram at @ tramontinausa .

CJ BIOMATERIALS' Builds on Support for its Polyhydroxyalkanoate Technology at 7th International Marine Debris Conference

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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WOBURN, Mass., Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ Biomaterials, Inc., a division of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang, generated significant interest in its polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) technology at the 7th International Marine Debris Conference (IMDC), held September 19-23 at the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center in Busan, South Korea.

Key Points: 
  • WOBURN, Mass., Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ Biomaterials, Inc., a division of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang, generated significant interest in its polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) technology at the 7th International Marine Debris Conference (IMDC), held September 19-23 at the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center in Busan, South Korea.
  • During IMDC, Dr. Raj Krishnaswamy, VP of Polymer Research & Development at CJ Biomaterials, delivered a presentation to educate attendees on CJ Biomaterials' range of PHA solutions, including crystalline, semi-crystalline and amorphous technology.
  • "Korea, where three sides of the country are in contact with the sea, is not free from the problem of marine waste.
  • CJ Biomaterials, a business unit of CJ BIO, is a part of CJ CheilJedang, a core subsidiary in charge of the food and bioengineering business unit of South Korea-based CJ Group.

Friends UAE Set to Launch the Region's First Independent Climate Change Accelerators, led by Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, during New York Climate Week, the establishment of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) was announced.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, during New York Climate Week, the establishment of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) was announced.
  • The UICCA, which will be led by Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, is set to become the first of its kind entity on a global scale.
  • Sheikha Shamma, Executive Director of UICCA, commented: "It is an honour to be tasked, by the leadership of the UAE, with building and driving the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators.
  • UICCA is an independent climate change entity bringing together the private sector, government entities, academia and NGOs/IOs.

Infinium to Provide Ultra-low Carbon Electrofuels for Use in Amazon Trucking Fleet Starting in 2023

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
CO2, GHG, Carbon, United Nations Environment Programme, Revolution, Industry, Climate change, Program, University of Michigan Solar Car Team, Transport, Carbon dioxide, Plastic, Multimedia, Microbial contamination of diesel fuel, Renewable energy, Fossil fuel, Agriculture, Electrofuel, Amazon

The clean burning electrofuels will be produced for Amazon at one of the world's first electrofuels production facilities, located in Texas.

Key Points: 
  • The clean burning electrofuels will be produced for Amazon at one of the world's first electrofuels production facilities, located in Texas.
  • Infinium Electrofuels, which are produced from carbon dioxide (CO2) waste and renewable power, can be dropped into Amazon trucks with no engine modifications as an immediate replacement to petroleum-based fuel.
  • "We're thrilled Amazon has chosen to begin powering its middle mile fleet with Infinium Electrofuels to help meet their corporate net zero carbon goal," said Infinium CEO Robert Schuetzle.
  • The Infinium facility is due to begin production in 2023, and Amazon plans to initially begin using the electrofuels in the Southern California region.

Amorphous Polypropylene Terephatalate Global Market Report 2022: Surge In Demand from Food & Beverage Sector Fueling Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, September 19, 2022
Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, United Nations Environment Programme, Food packaging, Asia-Pacific, United Nations, Acquisition, Growth, BASF, Motor vehicle, PET, UNEP, Plastic, Food, Drink, Vegetable, Thermoplastic

The "Amorphous Polypropylene Terephatalate Global Market Report 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Amorphous Polypropylene Terephatalate Global Market Report 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The regions covered in the amorphous polypropylene terephthalate market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
  • The surge in the product demand for the purpose of packaging in the food & beverage sector will propel the growth of the amorphous polypropylene terephthalate market.
  • Thus, surge in the product demand for the purpose of packaging in the food and beverage sector will drive the market.