B.C. scientists, First Nation design decomposing ‘biofoam’ packaging

University of British Columbia researchers have partnered with the Wet’suwet’en First Nation to create a biofoam, a new, biodegradable packaging material. Neetu Garcha explains how it’s made, the hope it will one day replace Styrofoam, and how the idea came to life.

• B.C. scientists and First Nation create decomposing ‘biofoam’ packaging from wood