Cambium’s thermally modified wood transforms wood waste into a valuable resource
— reducing carbon emissions in the built environment, promoting local j...
A new enzyme can turn lignin waste into valuable chemicals using green, hydrogen peroxide-based processing, offering a cleaner, sustainable alternative to petroleum-based methods. Approximately 98% of lignin, a by-product of forestry derived from plants, is currently discarded. However, a newly d
If your child has outgrown their school uniforms, pass them on to The Circular Classroom, the brainchild of two mothers whose mission is to create net-zero classrooms in Singapore. They tell CNA Women how much potential pre-loved school uniforms have to be upcycled into tote bags, laptop sleeves, Ch... Read more
School uniforms can be a big expense for many parents and the high plastic content is bad for the environment when they get thrown out. But a project in Leeds is trying to fix this problem.
or biofuel
Transforming tree waste into valuable products
(6 upvotes)Fuel producing plants
(6 upvotes)Wood waste can also be used as a building material.
Some researchers have found a method to convert wood waste into fatty acids, which can be used as dietary supplements or animal feed.
In Myanmar, plant waste is turned into clothing, shoes, and fashion accessories.
These scientists are turning wood waste into chemicals.
You can easily turn old school uniforms into new items at home!
I love how these women are turning old-school uniforms into useful fabric items.
Check out this company in China that has created a circular upcycling loop for school uniforms.
https://newfocustex.com/student-uniforms-circular-loop-fabric-upcycling/
What an amazing idea! Millions of perfectly wearable school uniforms are thrown away annually, which could be used for other purposes.