Today's Good Vibe — 2026-08-29
UBC Startup Transforms Logging Waste Into Biodegradable Wood Foam
Researchers at the University of British Columbia have created a biodegradable wood foam derived from low-value timber waste. The material is already being produced daily to replace single-use plastic packaging.
Why it feels good
It solves two environmental challenges at once by repurposing industrial waste and reducing long-lasting plastic pollution.