Researchers at the University of Oulu have developed high-performance bio-based epoxy and polyester resins from forestry and agricultural side streams, such as sawdust and straw. These resins match or exceed the strength of conventional fossil-based materials and can be chemically recycled, supporting circular manufacturing. Applications include wind turbines, boats, adhesives, and high-performance composites. The research, conducted under the FurBio and SUSBICO projects, highlights a pathway for sustainable industrial production, bioeconomy expansion, and European material self-sufficiency.
Source: University of Oulu
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