WAYZATA, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cargill's bioindustrial business is partnering with Arizona State University to explore the use of renewable feedstocks to develop more sustainable materials for semiconductor manufacturing. The research will focus on using agricultural waste and residues to create biobased dielectric films, which are essential components in semiconductor devices. "Semiconductor manufacturing is a resource-intensive process, and we believe that biobased materials can offer a more sustainable alternative," said Cargill's bioindustrial managing director, Kurtis Miller. "By working with ASU, we can leverage their expertise in materials science and engineering to develop innovative solutions that meet the growing demand for sustainable semiconductors." The research will be conducted at ASU's Biodesign Institute, a world-renowned research center focused on developing sustainable solutions for global challenges. The project will be led by Dr. Joshua LaBaer, executive director of the Biodesign Institute, and Dr. Matthew Green, associate professor in the School of Molecular Sciences. "We are excited to partner with Cargill on this important research," said Dr. LaBaer. "The semiconductor industry is a critical driver of innovation, and we believe that biobased materials can play a key role in making this industry more sustainable." The research is part of Cargill's broader commitment to sustainability. The company has set a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2030. "We are committed to finding new ways to use renewable resources to create more sustainable products," said Miller. "This partnership with ASU is an important step in that direction." About Cargill Cargill's 160,000 employees across 70 countries work relentlessly to achieve our purpose of nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Every day, we connect farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need to thrive. We combine 158 years of experience with new technologies and insights to serve as a trusted partner for food, agriculture, financial and industrial customers in more than 125 countries. Side-by-side, we are building a stronger, sustainable future for agriculture. About Cargill's Bioindustrial Business Cargill's bioindustrial business is committed to developing sustainable solutions for a variety of industries, including semiconductor manufacturing. The business leverages Cargill's global agricultural supply chain and expertise in biotechnology to create biobased products that are both high-performing and environmentally friendly. About Arizona State University Arizona State University has developed a new model for the American Research University, creating an institution that is committed to access, excellence and impact. ASU measures itself by those it includes, not by those it excludes. As the prototype for a New American University, ASU pursues research that contributes to the public good, and ASU assumes major responsibility for the economic, social and cultural vitality of the communities that surround it.