Project Name: Aerogel

Project managers/designers: University of Singapore

Web link:http://inhabitat.com/scientists-turn-mountains-of-paper-waste-into-biodegradable-aerogel/

Description:A research team at the National University of Singapore (NUS) has successfully transformed paper waste into aerogel, an ultra-lightweight material used in insulation. Aerogels are typically made from silica, metal oxides, and polymers, but a paper-based formula is a great deal more eco-friendly and cost-effective. Recycling paper into a highly sought after substance like aerogels could prove to be a useful method for reducing landfill waste, while replacing hazardous chemicals often used in aerogel manufacturing.

Added by:Aimee Caine