{
  "id": 3927645,
  "title": "New foam made from discarded wood can decompose in soil within months",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/new-foam-made-from-discarded-wood-can-decompose-in-soil-within-months",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-28T08:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/scientists-are-turning-discarded-wood-into-foam-to-replace-plastic-in-packaging-and-construction-industries-it-can-decompose-in-soil-within-months/articleshow/133586063.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Canada is piloting a new process to convert wood waste into biodegradable foam. This innovative material is designed to replace plastic foam packaging and construction insulation. The pilot plant in Vancouver currently produces a limited amount of this eco-friendly wood foam. Future plans include expanding production significantly within Indigenous territories and on Vancouver Island. This…",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}