Plywood is a wood product made of thin sheets of wood glued together that is commonly used in construction. The presentation discusses volatile organic compounds (VOCs) found in the adhesives traditionally used to bond plywood, such as urea-formaldehyde resin, and more environmentally friendly alternatives that have comparable strength at lower cost, like adhesives inspired by mussel adhesion. While regulations on VOC emissions are not yet strict, consumer awareness of more sustainable plywood options may lead to increased demand and consumption of these products over traditional varieties.