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A new synthetic wood substitute made from biodegradable plastic could replace petrochemical plastics used in building materials and disposable water bottles

STANFORD (US)—Researchers have developed a synthetic wood substitute that may one day save trees, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and shrink landfills. The faux lumber is made from a new biodegradable plastic that could be used in a variety of building materials and perhaps replace the petrochemical plastics now used in billions of disposable water bottles. Continue…

Friday, April 17, 2009 9:08 - 1 Comment


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