Cellulose is a promising candidate when facing the new challenges of the bioeconomy market, as it is the most abundant sustainable and renewable biopolymer on earth.
The tenth edition of Zientzia Azoka, organised by Elhuyar, took place from 2 to 5 June at the Arenal promenade in Bilbao. TECNALIA shared its multi-technological capabilities with other research centres and with a large number of young students who presented their projects.
In order to leave the fossil fuel era behind and work towards a sustainable future, high-performance renewable materials with low or even zero carbon emissions will be required.
Workshop: From Fern to Paper
- In this workshop on 3 June our experts showed the potential of cellulose to meet new social needs, thanks to the practical example of a current agroforestry waste project, which works with ferns as an alternative source of fibre to produce paper and nanocellulose.
- The main goal of the workshop was to share an open and collaborative innovation approach that has an impact on rural development, using waste and applying current knowledge and technology while relearning the wisdom of the past.
- Students had the chance to see in person materials based on high-performance cellulose and nanocellulose that are able to replace their current non-sustainable counterparts.