We have been reaching out to many universities and colleges through FPInnovations, our national research institute. They've been working with some of the universities as well. One of the examples I like to use is Lakehead University. Our researcher there is looking at turning lignin into biochemicals that can be used for mining. A surfactant and a dispersant are used in refining mineral ore. In some of the early studies, it looks like this could be more efficient than what the mining companies are now using. Also, it's green.
You can also turn lignin into a flocculant that can be used in tailing ponds to accelerate the sedimentation and the cleaning of the water. This could be used for oil sands tailing ponds as well. We are reaching out to various partners to see where opportunities can be realized.