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07-Jul-19 Mitsubishi is set to launch of one of Southeast Asia's largest outdoor algae cultivation facilities. The microalgae can be used in the production of cosmetics, fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, biofuels, fertilisers, food and feedstock. [image: Algae World News]
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04-Jul-19 Malaysia’s Petronas has signed an MOU with UK company Plastic Energy, to collaborate in addressing plastic waste that cannot be recycled by conventional means. The collaboration marks the first step towards a circular economy optimising the plastics value chain. [image: Plastics Today]
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24-Jun-19 In Japan, convenience store operator 7-Eleven will start selling its rice balls in biomass plastic wraps from Jul-19, as it aims to reduce fossil-fuel-derived materials. The company’s move comes as more firms adopt plant-derived plastics. [image: The Japan Times]
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09-Jun-19 The Middle East has been China's primary source of energy exports for decades but the Asian giant is now returning the favour. Chinese companies are helping develop some of the Middle East's most ambitious energy projects to meet surging demand. [image: Zawya]
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04-Jun-19 Deposits of lithium ore have been found in China’s Yunnan province, estimated at 5 mn tonnes. The new deposits have the potential to shed China's reliance on imported ore and accelerate Beijing’s electric car drive. [image: Getty Images]
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