Projects

Lignocellulose is the single most widely available type of biomass in the world. It is an important sustainable source of raw materials for a range of...

The increasing public desire for sustainable products is driving a growing demand for bioplastics in the packing sector in order to minimise...

The value of the bioeconomy to the EU is beyond doubt. It provides employment for 8.2 % of the workforce and has a turnover of €2.3 trillion. While...

Olive cultivation in southern Europe is a long-standing tradition, one that has shaped the environment and the culture in many European countries...

The European bio-economy is an exciting prospect; BIOWAYS will provide the materials and activities to engage the public and excite them about its...

Thermoset composites – basically fibre-reinforced plastics – are increasingly popular as a construction material, replacing metals in many areas. In...

Surface coatings are vital for improving the sustainability, safety, and performance of materials. However, approximately 80% of paints and coatings...

BRILIAN supports adopting sustainable, cooperative business models in rural areas to enhance rural development and protect biodiversity and the...

The growing success of the bio-based economy is creating an unforeseen problem demand for suitable feedstocks which is proving increasingly difficult...

If biotechnology is to deliver molecules and derived products to the market, these need to meet market demands. Hence a close collaboration with the...

The Central Europe LEaders in Bioeconomy (CELEBio) project aims at strengthening the enabling environment for bio-based businesses in eight countries...

Packaging is essential for transporting and protecting food and goods and communicating end-user information. The food packaging industry, agile to...

In pursuit of sustainable solutions that prioritise both human health and environmental responsibility, the CERISEA flagship project aims to produce 5...

Europe releases over 500 million tonnes of biogenic CO₂ annually, much of which remains unused. Traditional carbon management methods are costly and...

The use of polymers in manufacturing is an essential element of numerous aspects of modern life. They are used to create the high-strength, low-weight...

The CIRCLE consortium aims to boost bio-based chemical production in Europe by valorising food waste streams. The project will upgrade the capacity of...

While there have been huge advances in waste recycling over recent decades, there still remains room for improvement; some waste is not used as...

Microalgae hold significant potential for the European bioeconomy. However, challenges remain in their widespread market acceptance, particularly in...

With an 18.6 million-strong workforce and over €2 trillion generated annually, the bioeconomy sector offers an important sustainable growth potential...

Achievement of Europe’s sustainability and climate goals requires a transition from fossil-based to bio-based chemical building blocks. As an abundant...