Program Overview
Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging Program
The Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging degree program is designed to provide students with knowledge, expertise, and hands-on experience to prepare them for various careers. This program is one of the only ones of its kind offered in the Southeastern U.S.
Program Overview
Environmental concerns and evolving technologies are driving companies towards the use of sustainable forest biomaterials for packaging, cosmetics, automobiles, appliances, pharmaceuticals, and commercial construction. This shift is fueling an increased demand for professionals with expertise in biomass production, operational logistics, and conversion processes of products and packaging.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging program can anticipate abundant career opportunities in:
- Packaging Manufacturing
- Product Development & Marketing
- Biomaterials Research
- Supply Chain Management
- Distribution & Logistics
These careers offer lucrative salaries and great personal reward as they contribute to the development and production of cost-effective sustainable solutions to global environmental problems.
Program Details
Research Areas
The program focuses on various research areas, including:
- Biomass production
- Operational logistics
- Conversion processes of products and packaging
Economic Growth
It is anticipated that biobased industries, including wood processing, construction, chemicals and energy, bioplastics, and packaging, will be a significant area of economic growth.