Infographic comparing the materials of rPET and rPLA.
Microplastics and nanoplastics in PET bottles?!
From the media: Ingestion of microplastics and nanoplastics by drinking from PET bottles
Health & cooking oils: Are PET bottles dangerous?
The study also found that the PET bottle releases carcinogenic benzene into the oil over its storage period.
Shelf life of cooking oils: What happens when oil goes rancid?
Researchers at the University of Vienna conducted a study to examine the shelf life of sunflower oil in various bottles, including testing the bio-based NaKu bottle.
Plastic-free kitchen and plastic-free, sustainable food storage
In a world that is increasingly focusing on sustainability and environmental awareness, designing a plastic-free kitchen and storing food in an environmentally friendly way is becoming increasingly important.
NaKu in “The Economy”
NaKu in “The Economy”. Read the full article right here.
Bioplastics lecture at the BRG Wr. new town
Last week we had the chance to welcome students of the BRG Wr. Neustadt to provide a deeper understanding of this important topic.
The 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle
Can something be more than 100% sustainable? You can read here how the new NaKu PLA bottle achieves this.
The 120% sustainable NaKu bottle at the K trade fair
The 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle can be seen at the K Messe Düsseldorf from today.
New NOT PLASTIC WATER commercial
Our new commercial for the NOT PLASTIC Water is ready and has the motto “hike”.
NaKu in the Technical Museum in Vienna
Our colleague Fabian discovered NaKu bags & bottles in the Vienna Technical Museum.
PLA/bioplastic recycling
Bioplastic recycling. The 120% sustainable NaKu bottle.
15 years of NaKu – 15 years of bioplastics
15 years NaKu. From the pioneer and visionary to the Energy Globe Award.
Sustainability Action Days 2021
NaKu is part of the Sustainability Action Days 2021 with two video contributions!
Bioplastic Ants – Project & Production
The production of ants from bioplastics - the manufacturing process.
Naku poem
A subscriber to our newsletter sent us a poem about NaKu.
What does "Ok compost Home" mean?
What does "OK compost Home" mean? NaKu explains the compost seal Time and again we are asked what “OK compost home” means. Many may have already seen the “OK compost” seal on organic bags. Explain what the different “OK Compost” seals of approval actually mean
Bioplastic - Is bioplastic the environmental solution for the world?
Bioplastic - Is bioplastic the environmental solution for the world? Will bioplastic save the world? Is bioplastic the environmental solution? Of course not. However, is bioplastic the solution to the packaging problem and the problem surrounding microplastics? Here's the answer: Avoid - Reduce
Waste less food! Use NaKu bioplastic bags!
Bags made of natural plastic from NaKu keep food fresher for longer and save it from the dustbin. A third of all food in the world ends up in landfill. In the EU, 173 kilograms of food are thrown away per person every year. That makes a total of 88
NaKu organic packaging project for natural cosmetic products
NaKu organic packaging project for natural cosmetic products And on it goes... And on we go with our organic packaging project in the field of natural cosmetic products! Packing natural cosmetics in natural packaging or in packaging made from rapidly renewable plant-based raw materials, biodegradable, is one for us
NaKu brings nature to pharmacies!
NaKu brings nature to pharmacies! Special organic bags from NaKu NaKu brings nature to pharmacies with its organic bags! A completely new product are the special environmentally friendly NaKu pharmacy bags made of bioplastics, which are available in two versions (with a shirt or a grip hole) - printed with the
Bioplastic - What is it?
Bioplastic - What is it? How does biological plastic differ from conventional plastics? Bioplastic or natural plastic products are becoming more and more common. Be it bottles, crockery, cutlery or even carrier bags made of bioplastics. But what is behind the term "bioplastic"? The
Plastic bag ban worldwide
Plastic bag ban worldwide The worldwide overview map The plastic bag ban in international comparison - since the beginning of 2020, no plastic bags may be given to customers in Austria. Sacks that have already been ordered or are in stock may still be handed out until the end of the year. The plastic bag ban was lifted in July
For you and for the environment!
For you and for the environment! Bioplastic products. For you and for the environment! NaKu bags offer a lot of advantages for you as well as for our common environment. Not forbidden! Very thin and compostable plastic bags are dated
Don't call me plastic!
Don't call me plastic! The NaKu information campaign We have now started a campaign on the topic of the ban on plastic bags in order to educate all affected companies about it. From the many queries we see that many companies are not sure what is now allowed and
Natural cosmetics soon packed in natural plastic
Natural cosmetics soon packed in natural plastic Bioplastics goes natural cosmetics We are currently working on our super exciting project in the field of natural cosmetics with high pressure. Unfortunately, we can't reveal too much yet, but the ingenious idea behind it is that natural cosmetics are also sustainable
Short article for LIFEART and BUSINESSART
Short article for LEBENSART and BUSINESSART NaKu Managing Director Johann Zimmermann was asked about four different topics related to bioplastics. Mrs. Roswitha Reisinger from the magazines LEBENSART and BUSINESSART asked our managing director and plastics expert Johann Zimmermann for everything to do with bioplastics
NaKu and the Ant Project by Julia Bugram
NaKu and Julia Bugram's ant project NaKu is taking part in an art project Artist Julia Bugram visited us to pick up more ants made of bioplastics for her art project. In this art project “Attention ants!” she used ants out
Natural cosmetics and NaKu - a great project
A great project in the field of natural cosmetics Natural cosmetics packed in bioplastics Natural cosmetics are becoming more and more popular. So it makes sense that these natural cosmetic products should also be packaged naturally. We are therefore currently working on a super exciting project* in the field of
Plastic bags ban in Austria
Plastic bag ban in Austria All information on the Austrian plastic bag ban From 2020 the plastic bag ban will come into force throughout Austria. Very light, biodegradable plastic carrier bags are exempt from the ban. You can easily buy our solution via our webshop: NaKu carrying bag light.
NaKu lecture at the food research institute
NaKu Lecture at the Food Research Institute In the course of the LVA seminar "Sustainability: Cycle or Dead End" DI Mag. Johann Zimmermann from NaKu will talk about the topic or the question "False hopes through bioplastics?" give a talk or give a presentation. The seminar of the food research institute takes place
Plant the NaNa Sack correctly
Plant the NaNa organic bag correctly The organic bag that gives new life Our innovative NaNa organic bag is the first bag that gives life! It breaks down into compost and allows plants to grow. The bag is made from renewable raw materials and is 100% recyclable
Make natural plastic yourself
Make natural plastic yourself A great guide to making bioplastic Yes, you read that right! You can easily make natural plastic yourself at home with a few simple steps. Try it out, it's also a great experiment for children and
Rotting/composting of natural plastic
Rotting/composting of natural plastic The life cycle of bioplastics There are several options for recycling NaKu products at the end of their life cycle. The natural plastic is biodegradable. That means it is compostable according to the DIN standard EN 13432 and
Advantages of natural plastic
Why should I buy NaKu products? Bioplastic and its advantages The natural plastic produced and processed by NaKu has many advantages over conventional materials. Below you can find out why you should also buy NaKu products. NaKu is free of pollutants Conventional plastics can contain pollutants,
Natural plastic - the NaKu plastic cross
Natural plastic – the NaKu plastic cross The different definitions for plastics The term “bioplastic” is very broad. There is still no uniform definition for it. All products that either have a renewable content, i.e. consist of renewable raw materials, or are organic
Raw materials for the production of natural plastic
Raw materials for the production of natural plastic Bioplastics and their natural starting materials In principle, bioplastics can be produced from various renewable starting materials. All substances that contain starch can be used as raw materials for natural plastic (natural plastic/bioplastic). Some examples of the production of natural plastic
Recycling of natural plastic
Recycling of natural plastic Natural plastic is very easy to recycle Recycling of bioplastics - sustainable, resource-saving - NaKu's vision is to combine recycling and organic with its products, because natural plastic primarily belongs and is recycled
Production of natural plastic
Production of natural plastic Different processes depending on the area of application Depending on the area of application, there are various options for processing natural plastic into any desired shape. Each process begins with the melting of the granulate in a machine that is similar to a "heatable meat grinder".
Material production – this is how natural plastic is created
Material production – how natural plastic is created Renewable raw materials as the basis for bioplastics The basis for the material production of natural and biodegradable plastic is formed by renewable raw materials, which are processed into a compound through technical processing. Compound is a granulate that is subsequently