Canada pilots biodegradable wood-waste foam to replace plastic packaging

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Researchers in Canada have developed a process to transform discarded wood into biodegradable foam, intended as a sustainable alternative to plastic foam used in packaging and construction insulation. A pilot plant currently operating in Vancouver is producing the material in limited quantities. Plans are underway to scale up production significantly, with expansion targeted at Indigenous territories and Vancouver Island. The initiative is expected to generate employment and drive economic growth within Indigenous communities.

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