The United States aims to replace 90% of petroleum-based plastics with bio-based materials within the next 20 years.

2026-01-26

On March 22, 2023, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) released a report explicitly stating that the United States aims to replace 90% of petroleum-based plastics with bio-based alternatives within the next 20 years, outlining a comprehensive strategy encompassing technolo..

European Union Plans to Increase Renewable Energy Share to 42.5% by 2030 and Ban Certain Single-Use Plastic Packaging

2026-01-26

The European Parliament and EU member states reached a provisional political agreement to raise the target for renewable energy in final energy consumption from the original 32% to 42.5% by 2030, with an aspirational goal of reaching 45%.