Next up, bio-isoprene from paper pulp waste

ERJ staff report (R&PN)

Madison, Wisconsin -- Scarab Genomics and the Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology (WIST) at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point have entered into a research agreement to produce isoprene monomer from paper and pulp mill waste streams. Isoprene can be used to manufacture aviation fuels or latex for use in rubber products.

Scarab Genomics specialises in developing and producing new strains of the E. coli bacterium using reduced genome technology

WIST is using Scarab's engineered bacteria, to implement its isoprene production technology to provide isoprene from renewable resources as opposed to fossil fuels. The process may also be extended to include other sources of cellulosic biomass in addition to paper and pulp waste. Production of this high-value chemical would diversify revenue opportunities for paper and pulp mills, create new jobs and reduce waste.

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Press release from Scarab Genomics