In 2020, a ban on plastic bags came into effect throughout Austria. Very lightweight, biodegradable plastic carrier bags are exempt from the ban. You can easily purchase our solution via our webshop: NaKu lightweight carrier bag.
Fraud with organic bags: How to protect yourself from counterfeits!
The demand for environmentally friendly packaging is rising, but unfortunately, so is the number of counterfeit products. Biodegradable bags are meant to be a genuine alternative – but only if they deliver on their promises!
Renewable resources: NaKu's history since 2007
2007 to the present: NaKu's journey from a pioneering product to a comprehensive product range made from renewable resources. More than just bags: The fascination of the NaKu product range.
NaKu Corporate Brochure 2025 – Natural. Sustainable. Forward-looking.
The new 2025 company brochure showcases a wide range of products, projects, and innovations made from bioplastics.
Production of the NaKu PLA/rPLA (bioplastic) bottle
In this video we show you the fascinating production steps of the NaKu PLA/rPLA bottle.
Natural plastic - the NaKu plastic cross
Natural plastic – the NaKu plastic cross The different definitions for
Why natural plastic is the future
Advantages of natural plastic Bioplastic/natural plastic and its advantages The
Annual Review – That was the NaKu Year 2024
Come with us on an exciting journey through the NaKu year 2024!
Raw materials for the production of natural plastic
Raw materials for the production of natural plastic Bioplastic/natural plastic and the
Material production – this is how natural plastic is created
Material production – this is how natural plastic is created Renewable raw materials as a basis
Natural plastic: Production, raw materials and quality
Natural plastic: Production, raw materials and quality. Different processes depending on...
Bioplastic recycling – how it works at NaKu
Bioplastic recycling – how it works at NaKu Recycling –
Rotting/composting of natural plastic or bioplastic
Rotting/composting of natural plastic or bioplastic The life cycle of bioplastic
NaKu on the Circular Academy Podcast
This podcast focuses on very interesting topics from the field of bioplastics.
Not only good for cucumbers: NaKu film can also be used for chicken shoes
When you think of packaging film, fresh food usually comes to mind, but NaKu film can do even more!
The best comparison: Which map materials are truly sustainable?
Whether credit cards, employee ID cards, fuel cards, or ski passes – most of these cards are made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a plastic made from petroleum and chlorine. While PVC is durable and cost-effective, it also poses highly ecological concerns.
Environmental check: The 5 best sustainable plant pots compared
Plant pots: While clay pots or simple plastic pots were mostly used in the past, today there are a variety of alternatives: from recycled materials to fleece and textile variants to innovative solutions made of bioplastic.
The ultimate method: How to keep your cheese fresh for weeks
The ultimate method: How to keep your cheese fresh for weeks – What should you consider when storing and preserving cheese?
Never again freezer burn: How to freeze food correctly
Freezing food correctly: a comparison of materials and sustainable alternatives.
A key to combating waste and promoting sustainable food storage.
The forest of tomorrow: How sustainable tree protection is revolutionizing forest conversion
For forest owners, switching to bio-based and biodegradable resources is not just a moral decision for nature conservation. It is an investment in efficiency.
Thinking about sustainability holistically: That's why organic juices don't belong in petroleum-based plastic.
The demand for organic juices and natural drinks is constantly growing, and with it the expectations of consumers: The product should not only be of high quality, but also meet the highest ecological standards throughout the entire value chain.
Success in harmony with nature: The roadmap to sustainable gardening
Consumer demands for environmental sustainability and resource conservation are constantly increasing. Nurseries and horticultural businesses striving for future-proof and environmentally conscious practices can take action in various areas.
Bags, pouches, sacks, carrier bags that grow back
NaKu relies on plant-based starch from European, non-GMO agriculture. This results in breathable, water-resistant bags that are free of pollutants and plasticizers and compostable according to DIN EN 13432 – without permanent microplastics.
No more half measures: How the multifunctional promotional bag takes your sustainability communication to the next level
No more half measures: How the multifunctional promotional bag takes your sustainability communication to the next level
Investment or quick win? How hotels can make the fast and smart transition to sustainability.
Sustainability is more than just a trend today – it's a key competitive factor in the hotel industry. Guests increasingly value ecological and social responsibility and are often willing to pay a higher price for it.
The big comparison: 5 sustainable carrier bag alternatives
The landscape of carrier bags is diverse. Each material brings specific properties – and not all are as environmentally friendly as they appear at first glance.
Annual Review – That was the NaKu Year 2025
In words and pictures: A look back at the particularly exciting past year at NaKu: Great events and milestones
NaKu at the CREATE Symposium: Bio-based plastics on their way into practice
The first CREATE symposium, entitled “Bio-based plastics on the way to practical application”, will take place at the SKZ in Würzburg on November 10, 2025.
NaKu at innovation event to prevent plastic pollution
NaKu at innovation event to prevent plastic pollution: “How can we effectively prevent plastic pollution and promote sustainable alternatives?”
New product: NaKu PLA/rPLA bottle now also in 150ml
This smallest version of our popular 150ml bioplastic bottles is the ideal solution for filling dietary supplements, powder and tablet forms in pharmacies, pharmaceutical manufacturers and dietary supplement producers.
Martina Gleissenebner-Teskey’s WALK4FUTURE is entering its second round!
After the eventful and successful WALK4FUTURE 2024 under the motto “REthink Fashion”, Martina Gleissenebner-Teskey has decided to once again set a strong example for more sustainability and environmental awareness in the fashion industry this year.
Shooting day at NaKu for the ORF 2 car magazine Autofocus
TV shoot at NaKu for the ORF 2 car magazine Autofocus on the topic of sustainability in mobility with Tom Trabitsch.
Limited, signed edition of the art calendar "More than 40.000"
This special art calendar under the motto “More than 40.000” is printed on the environmentally friendly NaKu biopolymer film at Renner Print Media GmbH.
The NaKu Sugar Card in Profile Extra
The article published in Profil Extra also dealt with the new NaKu sugar card.
How can that be? The 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle – is more than 100% sustainability possible?
Lizzy speaks directly with Johann Zimmermann from NaKu to learn more about the 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle
EspressoTalk.OmniBlick with Johann Zimmermann
EspressoTalk: Johann Zimmermann talks about the exciting connections between nature and plastic and how change paves the way for innovation.
Johann Zimmermann in an interview with vegconomist – The vegan business magazine
DI Mag. Johann Zimmermann, managing director and owner of NaKu, sees the price difference between plant-based and conventional packaging as a particular challenge.
The new NaKu company brochure
The new NaKu company brochure with lots of information about bioplastics is here!
NaKu goes 3D printing: Sustainable innovation with bioplastic recycling material
A fascinating and innovative 3D printing project by REX|LAB at the Institute for Experimental Architecture at the University of Innsbruck.
NaKu in an interview with Fachpack
Ute Zimmermann was interviewed as part of the Fachpack Nuremberg interview series “FACHPACK 360° Women in the Packaging Industry”.
Podcast – Beyond Plastic: Looking for alternatives
Our managing director Johann Zimmermann was interviewed on the topic “Beyond Plastic: Looking for Alternatives”.
Is there anything greener than rPET?
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.
NaKu in "Die Wirtschaft"
NaKu in “Die Wirtschaft”. Read the complete 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 PLA 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 NOT PLASTIC Water is ready and the motto is “Hiking”.
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 labels Always
Bioplastic - Is bioplastic the environmental solution for the world?
Bioplastics – Is bioplastic the environmental solution for the world?
Waste less food! Use NaKu bioplastic bags!
Bags made of natural plastic from NaKu keep food fresh longer
NaKu organic packaging project for natural cosmetic products
NaKu Bio-Packaging Project for Natural Cosmetics Products And it continues… And continues
NaKu brings nature to pharmacies!
NaKu brings nature to pharmacies! Special organic bags from NaKu for
Bioplastic - What is it?
Bioplastic – What is it? How does bioplastic differ?
Plastic bag ban worldwide
Plastic bag ban worldwide Plastic bag ban – The global overview map The plastic bag ban in international comparison
For you and for the environment!
For you and for the environment! Products made from bioplastics. For
Don't call me plastic!
Don't call me plastic! The NaKu information campaign We have
Natural cosmetics soon packed in natural plastic
Natural cosmetics soon packaged in natural plastic Bioplastic goes natural cosmetics We
Short article for LIFEART and BUSINESSART
Short article for LEBENSART and BUSINESSART NaKu Managing Director Johann Zimmermann was
NaKu and the Ant Project by Julia Bugram
NaKu and the ant project by Julia Bugram NaKu is at
A great project in the field of natural cosmetics
A great project in the field of natural cosmetics Natural cosmetics in bioplastics
NaKu lecture at the food research institute
NaKu lecture at the Food Research Institute LVA seminar “Sustainability: Circularity or Dead End”
Plant the NaNa organic bag correctly
Planting NaNa organic bags correctly The organic bag that gives new life
Make natural plastic yourself
Make your own natural plastic A great guide to making