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Corrugated cardboard is making waves
Author: Martin Dubé, teacher-researcher at Innofibre Corrugated cardboard packaging is an important part of our daily lives, accounting for nearly 40% of the entire cellulosic fiber-based packaging sector. Although this type of cardboard is first and foremost...
Using the forest to protect potatoes
Author: Michelle Boivin, Researcher at Innofibre Quebec's forest wealth The forest constitutes one of the most beautiful and great wealth of Quebec, with a forest cover representing 2.3% of the world's forest. The exploitation of this resource generates many residues...
Recyclable Packaging; Opportunities and Challenges
Sustainability is increasingly a priority for consumers, this trend demands to develop new recyclable or compostable packaging. In addition, from an environmental perspective, paper is an excellent substitute for plastic packaging, but some challenges remain. The...