The Sustainable Bioplastics Council of Maine’s recent seminar “From Plants to Products: Seizing Maine’s Market Share in the Bio-Based Economy” was previewed by the Bangor Daily News. BDN business reporter Matt Wickenheiser wrote: “OK , with all due respect to Mrs. Robinson, here’s one word for the future: Bioplastics. Some folks in Maine believe that…
Read MoreAre most resource producers, such as agricultural, timber, and chemical companies, stuck in an outdated commodity model that constrains innovation and growth? Three experts in business strategy and leadership think so. Mary Stacey, Marilyn Taylor and David Legge argue for new business model based on a mutual commitment to stewardship of resources and “a partnership-oriented…
Read MoreWhy should businesses invest in developing more environmentally friendly products like sustainable bio-based plastics? Because most consumers – not just in the U.S. but around the world – will choose more sustainable products if they are available at comparable cost. A new article by John Viera (Director of Sustainable Business Strategies at Ford Motor Company)…
Read MoreAccording to Digital Journal, March 4, 2012: “Category innovator Green Planet Bottling has won an enormous share of the retail travel market with distribution in the HMS Host Motorway Travel Plazas along the turnpikes of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maine, Delaware, Maryland, Ohio, West Virginia and Illinois. … Green Planet’s unique 100% plant-based bottle…
Read MoreFrom Plants to Products Seizing Maine’s Market Share in the Bio-Based Economy Wednesday, April 11th 8:30 am to Noon (plus networking lunch) Biovation LLC, Boothbay, ME How can Maine companies capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable bio-based products? Join the Sustainable Bioplastics Council of Maine to explore the growing consumer demand for bio-based plastics…
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