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Research project investigates continued biodegradation of compostable plastics in soil
Berlin / Vienna, 21 April 2026 - A new research project aims to study the biodegradation of particles from compostable plastic films under realistic conditions in soil. The recently launched German Austrian joint project “Continued biodegradation of fragments from certified compostable plastic films in soil under real conditions” seeks to gain scientifically sound insights into how fast fragments of such films, which may enter the soil via compost, biodegrade in that environment. The project marks another important step towards a deeper understanding of the biodegradability of compostable plastic films and their behavior in the environment.
TÜV AUSTRIA updates its OK biobased logo scheme
Rotselaar, 26 February 2026 - TÜV AUSTRIA announces the launch of its updated OK biobased certification and logo scheme, designed to better reflect today’s sustainability expectations and provide clearer, more transparent communication regarding the biobased content of certified products.
The OK biobased scheme was first introduced 15 years ago and has now been revised to reflect today’s market requirements.
The update improves transparency of claims in line with the European Directive 2024/825 on empowering consumer for the green transition, provides clearer differentiation between end-of-life options and material origins, and responds to market demand for greater visibility of products with high biobased content.