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Wood foam startup uses logging waste as substitute for plastic, producing 400 pounds daily
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Wood foam startup uses logging waste as substitute for plastic, producing 400 pounds daily

I’m really excited about this innovative startup that’s turning logging waste into wood foam to replace plastic! The University of British Columbia has developed a process that not only reduces plastic pollution but also makes use of timber waste that would otherwise go to waste. They’re already producing 400 pounds of this eco-friendly material daily at their pilot plant in East Vancouver. If successful, they plan to scale up significantly, which could make a huge difference in our packaging needs and the environment.
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