Gofrixty [09 August 2025] – Can you make paper out of dry fallen leaves? (Valentyn Frechka, 23 years) He puts an end to the logging of trees, as his invention addresses two of the biggest environmental problems we face today: deforestation, and leaf waste in cities.
The process Frechka uses in his company, Releaf Paper, extracts cellulose fibers from fallen leaves. By using both mechanical and thermo-chemical processes, they deliver high-quality fibers well-suited for paper production. It takes the leaves, usually left to rot away, and turns them into biodegradable paper products such as packaging and cardboard.
It is amazing that one ton of celluloid is produced from this leaf only 2.3 tonnes leaf gives a lot of raw materials for the factory called Releaf Paper Industry. Typically, paper production of this level would need the felling of about 17 trees. Instead of causing pressure on forests or natural resources, the method proposed by Frechka uses fallen leaves.
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The process is also more environmentally friendly. Zero liquid discharge, zero gas emission The end result is paper that decomposes in approximately 55 days, which is far more quickly than conventional types of paper. And this means it will not end up in landfill or harm the planet.
The invention by Frechka is receiving international praise. The European Inventor Award jury declared him runner-up for the Young Inventors prize in 2024, recognizing his skills among dozens of talented innovators worldwide. This recognition exemplifies an old-school worldwide relevance of his work.
This elegant movement of sustainability is spearheaded by Frechka through Releaf Paper which then composes the work he does in taking part in the reuse and recycling wastes. His work is turning what used to be garbage into assets for the cities, reducing solid waste and fighting against global warming. This is a great example to show that clever ideas can save the planet and help us take steps towards becoming greener!
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