The path to carbon neutrality—and even carbon negativity—runs through renewable raw materials. Enter lignin: the world’s second most abundant natural polymer and an untapped powerhouse for sustainable innovation. Produced as a byproduct of pulp, paper, and biofuel industries, lignin makes up about one-third of plant mass and carries over 60% biobased carbon content. That means it can lock in the CO₂ captured by plants and extend it in products for years—while replacing petroleum-based raw materials. In this course, you’ll: ✨ Discover the fundamentals of lignin—its chemistry, types, and properties ✨ Learn how lignin enhances flame retardancy, UV stability, antioxidant activity & antimicrobial performance ✨ Explore breakthrough applications like: Replacing petroleum-derived phenol in resins Substituting polyols in polyurethane adhesives, coatings & foams Replacing BPA in fully biobased epoxy resins Lignin isn’t just a byproduct—it’s a game-changer. Join us and see how this natural polymer is reshaping materials science and fueling the shift to a greener future.