Projects

Global warming caused by greenhouse gases (GHGs) is one of the greatest challenges and concerns for humanity. Atmospheric concentrations of CO2 are...

Thanks to the development and implementation of several innovative technologies with a strong focus on the efficient use of energy, water and...

RefuCoat seeks to develop hybrid bio-based high oxygen/water barrier and active coatings to be used in monolayer bio-based packaging (films and trays)...

The automotive industry is constantly looking for new materials in order to reduce the vehicle weight and comply with legislation while Buildings...

EU reliance on synthetic and fossil-based mineral fertilisers, with 9.8 million tonnes of nitrogen and 1.1 million tonnes of phosphorous used in EU28...

Solvents play an essential role in innumerable chemical production processes. They find applications in paints, electronics, pharmaceuticals and...

ReSolve sets out to replace two hazardous solvents - toluene and NMP (N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone) - with safer alternatives derived from non-food...

The focus of the European chemical industry will have to change within the next 15 years because of the diminishing fossil resources, climate change...

Large-scale roll-out of the bioeconomy requires the establishment of new cooperative business models involving primary producers and other...

Europe's primary producers - farmers, foresters, and fishermen - are important stakeholders of the circular bioeconomy. They provide biomass to...

The current food system is seriously challenged by evolving consumers needs and by the rapid world population growth, which could peak to 9.7 billion...

Bio-based industries are central to building a European circular economy; meanwhile, using Europe’s own biomass resources improves raw material...

The SHERPACK project will develop a renewable, biodegradable and recyclable flexible paper-based packaging material that can be converted by heat...

European forests are facing unprecedented threats caused by the climate change. The promotion of sustainable forest management practices is vital to...

Oxidative enzymes have the potential to substantially improve the economic and environmental sustainability of biorefineries. However, enzyme-based...

Currently, almost all aromatic chemicals and building blocks originate from fossil fuels like oil. Lignin is a phenolic natural polymer with the...

The aquatic environment is underexplored and underexploited, with huge potential value. A small number of these are microalgae, with the capacity to...

The SSUCHY project seeks to contribute to developing bio-based composite products with advanced functionalities and high structural properties for...

The SSUCHY-Next project builds upon its predecessor, SSUCHY, which developed the hemp fibre supply chain and bio-based epoxy resin. Recognising the...

A proactive regulatory approach is an important driver in developing emerging industries and attracting investment. Similarly, a proactive approach to...