Shortlisted as ‘Young Ideas’

Expanded polystyrene (EPS) is often used to protect fragile products, but it’s hard to recycle and creates long-term waste. Rewood is a biodegradable alternative made from leftover wood from sawmills. It’s strong, lightweight, and can be composted after use.

Instead of being thrown away or burned, the wood waste gets a new purpose. Rewood protects products just like EPS, but it breaks down naturally and avoids landfill or incineration.

This design shows that choosing sustainable materials doesn’t mean giving up quality. Rewood is a smart example of how waste can be turned into useful solutions – helping both companies and consumers make better choices for the environment.