Biobased Materials & Chemicals

Biobased materials are made from substances derived from living (or once-living) organisms and include things like bioplastics and engineered wood. The industry includes natural textiles, leather, wood, and paper, and much more. Bio-based chemicals are derived from plants and other renewable agricultural, marine and forestry materials. The biobased chemical industry continues to increase, replacing traditional chemicals with bio alternatives.

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Biobased Materials and Chemicals Subject Matter Experts

With an average of over 30 years experience, our experts contribute to biobased materials projects including bioplastics, biochar, biosynthetic materials, biopharmaceuticals, bio fabricated proteins, bioplastics, and those involving engineered proteins, enzymes, cellulose and fermentation. For a more complete list of specialties, see below.

700
Projects in the Last 5 Years

48%
C-Suite Experience

48%
Ph.D, MBA & Advanced Degrees

500+
Patents Granted

Biobased Materials

Biobased Materials Specialties

The shift to eco-friendly materials is reshaping industries, reducing reliance on fossil-based products. We specialize in sustainable alternatives that meet both environmental and performance standards.

  • Ammonia
  • Animal-Free Products
  • Biochar
  • Biofabricated Proteins
  • Bioplastics/Polymers
  • Cellbased Meat
  • Coproducts
  • Enzymes/Peptides
  • Flavors and Fragrances
  • Food Products
  • Glycerin
  • Latex/Rubber
  • Nutraceuticals
  • PLA/PHA
  • Renewable Chemicals
  • Sustainable Fertilizers
  • Sustainable Pesticides

Focused, Interdisciplinary Biobased Materials Solutions

Read our case studies on biobased materials and chemicals projects to learn how we helped our clients achieve their goals.

Market Analysis for Cotton-based Bioplastics

Client:
Large Industry Research Group
Project Number:
21078

Market Analysis for Cotton-based Bioplastics

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Due Diligence of Biodegradable Bioplastics Investment

Client:
Global Asset Management Firm
Project Number:
21133

Due Diligence of Biodegradable Bioplastics Investment

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Due Diligence of Recycled PET Investment

Client:
Global Investment Bank
Project Number:
22094

Due Diligence of Recycled PET Investment

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Biomaterials of Tomorrow

Biomaterials have long been a part of our daily lives, from wooden houses to woolen clothes. More recently, biotech advances have brought us sugar-derived first-generation biofuels and high-performance enzymes to power our laundry detergents. Now, we see the emergence of nylon made using genetically engineered microbes instead of petrochemicals, alternative leather from mushroom roots, and cement from bacteria.

Biomaterials Of Tomorrow

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