Pubdate: Mon, 21 May 2001
Source: Ogdensburg Journal/Advance News (NY)
Copyright: 2001 St. Lawrence County Newspapers Corp
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HEMP USES

Researchers working to create biodegradable car body parts are 
looking to the cannabis plant as a possible source of row materials.

A team at the University of New South Wales is trying to develop car 
parts that would deteriorate after a car is scrapped, reducing waste. 
The team says hemp, made from the cannabis plant, might be the way to 
go.

"Disposal of old cars is a growing problem, especially in Europe," 
said associate professor Alan Crosky.

Crosky said a plant fiber-based material would be renewable and 
biodegradable.  "It would also be light, which would be a huge 
advantage in environmentally friendly battery-powered cars," he said. 
Researchers are looking into whether hemp has the strength and 
durability needed for the job.
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