Treekind® is one of the only 100% biobased leather alternatives with an authentic look and feel
Suzano and Mitsui & Co announce agreement to accelerate innovation in new biomaterials alternatives
Companies will study technical and commercial feasibility of potential large-scale production of products such as biomaterials and biofuels
Government of Canada supports BOSK Bioproducts in improving its capacity to produce compostable bioplastics
SME to receive $1M in financial assistance from CED to foster sustainable development in Quebec’s regions by offering an ecofriendly alternative to polluting plastics.
Just as good, only better: wood-based cosmetics packaging passes a rigorous screening process
The cosmetics industry has been working intensively to find alternatives to packaging made from fossil oil. Lumene has found a solution to this challenge for themselves.
Bio-based plastic: Made from renewable materials
In a world increasingly conscious of environmental impact, the shift towards renewable, bio-based plastics is gaining momentum.
“Everything that’s made from oil can be made from wood”
Why wood can replace other materials
Woamy launches its first biofoam product for plastic-free packaging - Secto Design switches from plastic foam to Woamy biofoam
Woamy, Secto Design, and Paptic, are collaborating to transform the lighting industry's packaging standards.
Paving the Way With Cellulose Filaments
Resolute, in collaboration with Performance BioFilaments, has taken another step toward developing a viable market for cellulose filaments (CF), an innovative wood-based biomaterial, by conducting field tests in Quebec sidewalks.
A new product cutting CO2 emissions up to 80% – Mester Grønn hopes PureFiber™ Horti tray will make a difference
Mester Grønn has together with Stora Enso developed a plastic-free transportation tray for plants.
Cutting CO2 emissions in healthcare with a clinical waste container from biocomposites
A new product is making a big difference for the health sector. FrostPharma and Mälarplast have in collaboration with Stora Enso developed a new hazardous waste container, from biocomposites.
Bio-Sourced Asphalt Paves a New Road for Clean Economy in Quebec
As we move toward a low-carbon economy, Canada continues to support sustainable tools, products and technologies that solidify our forest sector’s place in the growing bioeconomy.
Mercer Lignin Center inaugurated – state-of-the-art facility with Valmet LignoBoost XS
Mercer Lignin Center was inaugurated on August 23, 2023. The state-of-the-art facility is located at Mercer Rosenthal's site in Rosenthal am Rennsteig, Germany.
Metsä Group’s innovation company Metsä Spring invests in Swedish startup Adsorbi that purifies indoor air with cellulose-based material
Adsorbi raised a EUR 360,000 seed financing for its patented, bio-based air purification material that can remove pollutants from indoor air and decrease odours.
Making plastics the green way: World’s first commercial CMF plant opens in Sarnia
The first commercial plant in the world to manufacture a chemical building block for making plastics out of wood chips officially opened Wednesday with a ribbon cutting and big promises for a more sustainable industry.
Wound dressing FibDex® to be clinically tested for treatment of superficial dermal burns
UPM Biomedicals’ innovative wound dressing FibDex is undergoing a clinical investigation of performance and safety in patients with superficial dermal burns.
NeoLigno®: a promising bio-based alternative for fossil-based binding agents
At present, many building and construction products rely on the use of traditional formaldehyde-based chemistry to produce items such as wood panels, furniture, and insulation material.
UPM Biochemicals and URSA create sustainable insulation for construction industry
UPM Biochemicals and URSA have partnered to develop eco-friendly building insulation, aiming to decrease energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Resolute Inaugurates New Cellulose Filament Plant in Quebec
SAGUENAY, QC, April 24, 2023 - Resolute Forest Products Inc. today held a ceremony to inaugurate its new commercial-scale plant for the production of cellulose filaments at its Kénogami paper mill in Saguenay, Quebec.
Amcor, Nfinite enter into joint research agreement to leverage nanotechnology in recyclable and compostable packaging
ZURICH, March 22, 2023 – Amcor (NYSE:AMCR, ASX:AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, today announced a joint research project agreement with Nfinite Nanotechnology Inc. to validate the use of Nfinite’s nanocoating technology to enhance both recyclable and compostable packaging.
Resolute is Developing a Clear Future for Cellulose Filaments
As Resolute’s new cellulose filaments plant at our Kénogami (Saguenay, Quebec) paper mill nears completion, the company is focusing on bringing commercial volumes of this innovative biomaterial to the marketplace.
Stora Enso and Kolon Industries collaborate on bio-based materials
Stora Enso and Kolon Industries have signed a Joint Development Agreement to develop and industrialise bio-based polyesters and their applications, as well as renewable binder resin formulations.
New product area to strengthen Södra’s energy and chemicals business
The energy and chemicals business plays a key role in Södra’s strategy and is an area that will grow and further contribute to a fossil-free future.