Silvis Materials and ORNL Partner to Bring Bio-Based Adhesives to the Construction Market
The partnership aims to replace traditional formaldehyde-based products, reducing carbon emissions by up to 80% and improving indoor air quality.
Silvis Materials has joined forces with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to pioneer the development of formaldehyde-free, bio-based adhesives for the building materials industry.
This collaboration, backed by a Department of Energy-sponsored research agreement, aims to create sustainable building products that significantly reduce carbon footprints. The adhesives market, valued at $73 billion, traditionally relies on formaldehyde-based products, which are linked to various health risks, including cancer.
Silvis Materials' innovative bio-based binders present a groundbreaking alternative, offering up to an 80% reduction in carbon emissions in select applications.
These adhesives not only improve indoor air quality by eliminating harmful formaldehyde exposure but also support the shift towards renewable resources and sustainability. Additionally, they enhance the durability and usability of building materials.
Founded by plastics engineer Patty Ferreira in August 2020 and headquartered at the University of Colorado Boulder, Silvis Materials has received funding and support from the National Science Foundation, Colorado Advanced Industries, and other partners.
This partnership with ORNL is set to accelerate the adoption of sustainable building materials, addressing critical environmental and health challenges. By merging cutting-edge technology with ORNL's research capabilities, Silvis Materials is poised to transform the adhesives and binders market with its sustainable alternatives.
