Supporting Circular Economy through Innovations in Sustainable Materials
BioComposites Research Network (BioCRN) is a Canadian-International network launched by UBC Cluster of Research Excellence in Biocomposites aiming to undertake highly collaborative research projects to develop novel biocomposites (including biofibres and bioplastics) from agricultural and forestry feedstocks that will minimise the impact of conventional plastic-based materials on the environment.
The undertaking research projects focus on the entire production supply chain, from biomass feedstock genetics and biocomposites manufacturing to multi-criterial performance assessment of the final product, including durability, end-of-life and socio-economic impact.
PacifiCan Funding to UBC
This fund enables experts at the UBCO campus to work with local companies to create new bioplastics and save materials from landfill.
Circular Economy Seed Funding
The fund will support university-industry projects aiming to develop circular solutions along the life cycles of products and materials.
ACE launches new circular economy micro-credential course (Ongoing)
This Micro-Credential Course (MCC) focuses on creating a top-tier educational and research model to advance the circular economy in Canada and beyond.
