Congressman H. Morgan Griffith | Congressman H. Morgan Griffith official website
Congressman H. Morgan Griffith | Congressman H. Morgan Griffith official website
Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has announced that Virginia Tech has been awarded $526,336 by the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies Office. The funding will be used to advance a new method of paper recycling that aims to separate water-based inks from spent paper fibers.
According to Griffith, the new technology being developed by Virginia Tech will enable the de-inking of paper printed with water-based inks during the recycling process. Currently, existing technology only allows for the de-inking of paper printed with oil-based inks, leaving water-based ink pigments behind.
In a statement, Griffith highlighted the importance of this new method in reducing waste and benefiting the environment. He said, "This new technology will allow for more paper to be recycled, benefitting the environment by further minimizing waste."
The funding from the Department of Energy's Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies Office will enable Virginia Tech to further develop and refine their innovative paper recycling method. With this financial support, the university will be able to conduct research and experiments to optimize the process of separating water-based inks from paper fibers.
Virginia Tech is known for its expertise in materials science and engineering, making it an ideal recipient for this grant. The university's research in this field has the potential to revolutionize the paper recycling industry and contribute to a more sustainable future.
By successfully separating water-based inks from paper fibers, this new method will increase the efficiency and effectiveness of paper recycling. It will also help reduce the environmental impact of paper production by minimizing the need for new paper materials.
As the demand for paper continues to rise, finding innovative ways to recycle and reuse paper is crucial. Congressman Griffith's announcement of the funding for Virginia Tech's research marks a significant step towards achieving this goal.
The paper recycling industry plays a critical role in conserving natural resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. With this new method, water-based inks will no longer be a barrier to the recycling process, allowing for more paper to be recycled and further minimizing waste.
Virginia Tech's research and development in this area will undoubtedly have far-reaching impacts on the paper industry and environmental sustainability. As the project progresses, the university will collaborate with industry partners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of this new method.
In conclusion, the funding awarded to Virginia Tech by the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies Office will support the development of a new method of paper recycling. This innovative approach aims to separate water-based inks from spent paper fibers, further advancing the efficiency and sustainability of the paper recycling process.
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