B.C. scientists and First Nation create decomposing 'biofoam' packaging from wood

B.C. scientists and First Nation create decomposing ‘biofoam’ packaging from wood - BC

The biofoam project is a collaboration between the Wet'suwet'en First Nation in central B.C. and University of B.C. researchers.

B.C. scientists and First Nation create decomposing 'biofoam' packaging from wood

VANCOUVER — Styrofoam can take 500 years to decompose as it bloats landfills around the world, but new packing material called biofoam made of forestry waste…

B.C. scientists and First Nation create decomposing 'biofoam' packaging from wood waste

The biofoam project is a collaboration between the Wet'suwet'en First Nation in central B.C. and University of B.C. researchers. The new packing material is made of forestry waste and can decompose in weeks.

B.C. scientists and First Nation create decomposing ‘biofoam’ packaging from wood - Creston Valley AdvanceCreston Valley Advance

Biodegradable material could replace Styrofoam, which currently fills up to 30 per cent of landfills

B.C. scientists and First Nation create decomposing ‘biofoam’ packaging from wood - Goldstream News GazetteGoldstream News Gazette

Biodegradable material could replace Styrofoam, which currently fills up to 30 per cent of landfills

B.C. scientists and First Nation create decomposing ‘biofoam’ packaging from wood - Sicamous Eagle Valley NewsSicamous Eagle Valley News

Biodegradable material could replace Styrofoam, which currently fills up to 30 per cent of landfills