European Bioplastics represents the interests of the bioplastics industry and is committed to building and strengthening a supportive policy environment in the EU for biobased, biodegradable and compostable plastics to thrive.
Relevant EU policies
Representing the interests of the entire value-chain of biobased, recyclable, and biodegradable/compostable materials and products, European Bioplastics (EUBP) proactively contributes to ongoing discussions and works closely with the EU institutions to ensure a fit for purpose legislative framework in Europe for bioplastics to thrive in.
What are bioplastics?
Bioplastics are not just one single material. They comprise of a whole family of materials with different properties and applications. According to European Bioplastics, a plastic material is defined as a bioplastic if it is either biobased, biodegradable, or features both properties.
UPM Circular Renewable Black TM is the world’s first bio-based, NIR-detectable, carbon-neg
Food-Waste-to-PLA: Circular Bioplastic from Third-Generation Renewable Feedstock
Sustainea’s Bio-MEG: Renewable Building Block for PET
BitByBit Board – a PHA cutting board designed to leave no persistent microplastics behind
Bioplastics Myths and Facts
Persistent myths about bioplastics keep circulating in the media causing debates that often are distorted by false claims and allegations lacking any scientific proof. European Bioplastics has compiled a set of information that debunks some of the common myths about bioplastics addressing concerns on their impact regarding persistent microplastics, recycling streams contamination, and toxicity.
