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White tissue role on black background - Port Strike Could Reignite Toilet Paper Shortage - But Don't Panic, Expert Says - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Oct 2, 2024

Port Strike Could Reignite Toilet Paper Shortage — But Don’t Panic, Expert Says

Whether the strike results in a toilet paper shortage depends on how long it lasts, according to one NC State professor.
Paper machine - NC State to Lead $10M Initiative to Decarbonize Forest Products Industry - College of Natural Resources News - NC State University

Aug 1, 2023

NC State to Lead $10M Initiative to Decarbonize Forest Products Industry

Faculty in the Department of Forest Biomaterials will work to reduce the carbon intensity of producing various paper and wood products.
Ground biomass - New Research Program Investigates Carbon Footprint of Fibers to Combat Climate Change - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Feb 16, 2023

New Research Program Investigates Carbon Footprint of Fibers to Combat Climate Change

“This is groundbreaking research that will help in the fight against climate change by providing quantitative information that consumers can use in their purchase decision-making,” said NC State professor Ronalds Gonzalez.
NC State professor Lokendra Pal holds two samples of sawdust powder in his hands - New Biomaterial Could Save Our Oceans from Plastic Pollution - College of Natural Resources News - NC State University

Mar 21, 2022

New Biomaterial Could Save Our Oceans From Plastic Pollution

NC State researchers have discovered how to convert leftover sawdust powder and agro-residues into a Styrofoam-like packaging material.
Endowment Honors Legacy of Professor Adrianna Kirkman

May 5, 2021

Endowment Honors Legacy of Professor Adrianna Kirkman

The endowment will provide merit-based scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in paper science and engineering who have demonstrated interest in equality, diversity or social justice for women.
Green recycling symbol and the word "RECYCLABLE" printed on a brown cardboard surface.

Dec 7, 2020

As Online Shopping Grows, Recycling Matters More Than Ever

While online shopping is quick and easy, it can have severe environmental consequences. Recycling can help offset those impacts, according to a North Carolina State University professor.
A picture of industrial hemp growing in a field

Sep 18, 2020

Industrial Hemp: A More Sustainable Option for the Hygiene Industry

Researchers at NC State’s College of Natural Resources are using industrial hemp to develop tissue paper and other products.
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May 26, 2020

NC State Partners with CESMII to Promote ‘Smart’ Technologies in Paper Manufacturing, Other Industries

NC State and CESMII have launched the Smart Manufacturing Innovation Center.
This illustration shows a roll of toilet paper

May 19, 2020

How the Coronavirus Created a Toilet Paper Shortage

Assistant Professor Ronalds Gonzalez breaks down panic-buying, not supply disruptions, are to blame for the toilet paper shortage gripping the United States.

Electron Microscope Image of Coronavirus - Antimicrobial Tissue Paper Could Help Fight the Spread of COVID-19, Other Diseases - College of Natural Resources News - NC State University

Mar 30, 2020

Antimicrobial Tissue Paper Could Help Prevent Infectious Disease Transmission

North Carolina State University researchers developed a bio-based, antimicrobial tissue paper that could help stop the spread of infectious diseases such as the flu and COVID-19.