From new, practical uses for cellulose as an environmentally friendly alternative to single-use plastics, to the application of tree lignin as a carbon-neutral ingredient in adhesive- and resin-based products, research in transforming forestry byproducts in Canada has created solutions awaiting mass application—with massive implications, to boot. “Research into bioprocesses is crucial, as it addresses the urgent need to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate plastic pollution,” says Dr. Penghui Zhu, University of British Columbia.
Beyond significant environmental impact, these new applications would help power a circular, sustainable economy and expand Canada’s economic viability on a global scale. On our site, read about the ingenuity and innovation offering a peek into the future of forestry and what these technologies can offer Canada as a whole.
