A fair computer mouse made of biomaterial
Green mice for fairer clicks
Researchers have developed a sustainable, sugar cane-based bioplastic for the casing of a computer mouse
The computer mouse developed by the Nager IT association has a lot to offer: its individual parts are produced fairly and its housing consists of over 80 percent polylactic acid – a plastic made from renewable raw materials such as corn starch and sugar. This biomaterial, developed by scientists at Hannover University IfBB, is based on sugar cane, which makes it an eco-friendly alternative to oil-based plastics. The computer mouse combines sustainability with innovation and promotes socially acceptable work in the producing countries. Mouse-sized device, giant impact.
Ausgezeichnete Orte 2018
Hochschule Hannover, IfBB – Institut für Biokunststoffe und Bioverbundwerkstoffe
Heisterbergallee 10A
30453 Hannover
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