$100bn for green chemicals by 2020
Demand for UK goods from emerging markets such as China, the rise of ‘green chemistry’ and 3D printing are three key market opportunities for the UK’s chemical manufacturers.
Action on food security
Combatting malnutrition in all its forms – overweight and obesity as well as undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies – is a global problem.
Bio-based future
In Europe every year, millions of tonnes of sugar beet pulp are re-used as low-value products like animal feed and fertiliser, or processed into green gas.
Budget Drama
Further dramatic twists highlights increasing divergence in political goals for both Republicans and Democrats.
Blood test for cancers
A new blood test that can detect several common cancers before they have spread has been developed by US researchers
Efficient energy
As energy prices continue to rise and the chemicals industry continues to strive towards greater sustainability, combined heat and power (CHP) looks like an increasingly attractive option.
Cybercrime costs
Environmental degradation, cyber-security breaches, economic strains and geopolitical tensions are the main risks to world stability.
Fishy business
Land-based fish farms that avoid the need to transport products over long distances are gaining in popularity.