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CBE JU calls are open for submission! Deadline 18 September

CBE JU calls are open for submission! Deadline 18 September

Posted on by Susanna Albertini

The CBE JU 2024 call for project proposals is open for submission untill 18 September 2024 at 17:00 CET.

Don’t miss this great opportunity!

Innovation actions – flagship (IA-flagship)

Innovation actions (IA)

Research and innovation actions (RIA)

Coordination and support actions (CSA)

Check the Annual Work Programme 2024 for the complete topic text, conditions and requirements. FAQ for applicants will be published by the end of March and updated continuously based on the questions from applicants. Please send your questions to info [at] cbe.europa.eu.

 

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2024-09-18
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SUSTRACK workshops series “Pathway to DESIGN the circular bio-based transition”: let’s design a sustainable future together!

SUSTRACK workshops series “Pathway to DESIGN the circular bio-based transition”: let’s design a sustainable future together!

Posted on by Valentina Vavassori

Are you an expert from research, industry, policy or civil society, with knowledge and experiences in plastics, construction, textile, or chemical sectors? Then, you shouldn’t miss the series of workshops “Pathway to DESIGN the circular bio-based transition” organised by SUSTRACK!

These workshops are aimed to:

  • Dive deep into the policy, environmental, societal, and economic dimensions of the transition from a linear fossil-based economy to a circular bio-based one;
  • Co-create tailored policy recommendations, paving the way for future policy developments at regional, national and European level.

The “Pathway to DESIGN the circular bio-based transition” workshop series will culminate in the online “DESIGN conference”, foreseen in September 2024 and aimed at transforming the workshops’ outcomes into policy recommendations for industrial and political stakeholders to support the transition towards a circular bio-based economy.

The series of events will be held online in the first two weeks of July:

  • CHEMICAL sector: 4th of July 2024; 10:00 – 11:30 CEST – Agenda
  • CONSTRUCTION sector: 10th of July 2024, 10:00 – 12:00 CEST – Agenda
  • TEXTILE sector: 11th of July 2024, 10:00 – 12:00 CEST – Agenda
  • PLASTICS sector: 12th of July 2024, 10:00 – 11:30 CEST – Agenda

You can participate in one or more workshops: all you need to do is register here and select your preference.

Each workshop will be organised in different sessions:

  • Overview by SUSTRACK of selected sectorial value chains, providing process description, market information, and relevant policy instruments as a starting point for the debate and presentation of inspirational case studies by the voices of invited experts, who will share their perspectives, good practices and challenges/barriers they are facing in the transition towards circular bio-based economy:
    • CHEMICAL sector case studies: Methanol from waste, Bio-MEG from forest and agricultural resources
    • CONSTRUCTION sector case studies: Cross-laminated timber, Biochar as an additive in concrete, Hemp insulation
    • TEXTILE sector case studies: Wool, Man-made cellulosic fibres (e.g., Lyocell)
    • PLASTICS sector case studies: Polylactic acid, Polypropylene from used cooking oil
  • Interactive session to discuss the policy, environmental and societal, economic dimensions of the transition towards circular bio-based economy in the case studies’ value chains and in the sectors.

Don’t miss the opportunity to share your vision, make your voice heard and to be inspired in your journey towards sustainable transition.

Interested? Register here to one or more workshops and save the dates to join us!

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2024-07-04
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Monitoring sustainability certification schemes and labels for bio-based products | Parallel event at EUBCE 2024 – 32nd European Biomass Conference & Exhibition 26 June

Monitoring sustainability certification schemes and labels for bio-based products | Parallel event at EUBCE 2024 – 32nd European Biomass Conference & Exhibition 26 June

Posted on by Annie Kalimeri

🔴 SAVE THE DATE 🔴 Wednesday 26 June 2024 | 15:00-18:20 | Room: Morgiou

Join the BIOBASEDCERT cluster at the EUBCE – European Biomass Conference & Exhibition – Parallel Event “Monitoring Sustainability Certification Schemes and Labels of Bio-based Products” on June 26 at 3:00 PM CET!

The three Horizon Europe projects under the BIOBASEDCERT cluster (SUSTCERT4BIOBASED, HARMONITOR and STAR4BBS) evaluate the effectiveness and robustness of voluntary sustainability certification schemes and labels (CSLs) and their use to ascertain the sustainability of biological feedstocks and bio-based products in the European Union and beyond.

The event will present preliminary results from the BIOBASEDCERT Monitoring System (BMS) that the cluster is developing and testing, and the policy recommendations derived so far based on the cluster’s findings. Finally, the event will feature a roundtable in which various stakeholders will be asked to present their views on the potential role(s) of CSLs for the future of European Circular Bioeconomy and their use as a co-regulation instrument, as well as on the design of a monitoring tool for CSLs.

Check the full agenda and register here!

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2024-06-26
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Support 3-CO project by informing us about interesting social innovations in the bioeconomy and beyond!

Support 3-CO project by informing us about interesting social innovations in the bioeconomy and beyond!

Posted on by John Vos

Short survey on Social Innovations

The 3-CO project is looking for anyone’s support to develop a list of beneficial social innovations in various sectors, ideally in the bioeconomy, with a large geographic spread. These will be included as best practice examples in three brochures that will be communicated to consumers and civil society, private businesses and public bodies to support the switch towards socially and environmentally responsible behavior. Based on your contribution 3-CO will also develop policy recommendations on social measures to support better-informed decision-making processes, social engagement, and innovation.

What exactly is social innovation and how does it support sustainability and social change?

3-CO defines Social Innovations (SI) as new ideas (products, services, new organizations and models) that simultaneously meet social needs (more effectively than alternatives), create new social relationships or collaborations, and foster sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Typical examples for SI include non-profit projects such as upcycling/recycling/waste collection initiatives, sharing or donation of goods or food, mutual aid, open-source software, or business initiatives/social enterprises, fair trade companies, social impact bonds. For more examples, check the 3-CO article on social innovation here.

It takes only a couple of minutes to complete this survey. Thank you for your participation and support!

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2024-06-06
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2024-08-05
Support BIORADAR project by completing the survey on social impacts in bio-based industry!

Support BIORADAR project by completing the survey on social impacts in bio-based industry!

Posted on by Cristina Barragan Yebra

Are you working in the bio-based industry?

Then, your expertise is vital for driving change and shaping a sustainable future.  We need your help!

Social impact assessment plays a crucial role in advancing sustainability by ensuring that social considerations are integrated into decision-making processes, ultimately contributing to the creation of a more equitable and resilient society. BIORADAR is reaching out to workers and companies within the bio-based industry to understand the social benefits and risks of bio-based products.

In BIORADAR project, we are performing the Social Life Cycle Assessment (S-LCA) of bio-based packaging, textiles and fertiliser among other products. Collecting information regarding the social impacts of the bio-based industry is highly important since the results obtained have the potential to constitute valuable inputs to stimulate preferences for these new materials and technologies.

Take just a minute to share your valuable input through our survey. The survey is available in English, Italian, Spanish, German, Dutch and French.

 

Your contribution matters. Thank you for being a part of this journey towards a greener tomorrow!

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2024-05-22
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2024-11-30
Mushrooms for water sustainability

Mushrooms for water sustainability

Posted on by Africa Matilda Pardavila Morris

In this webinar, we will discuss how mushrooms contribute to food-driven water resilience by the hand of many experts in the field!

Register: https://www.eventbrite.es/e/mushrooms-for-water-sustainability-tickets-897303497917

Agriculture accounts for 70% of global freshwater withdrawals. Thus, achieving water resilience requires more sustainable agriculture and the promotion of less water-consuming products. White button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) suit greatly these requirements: producing one kilogram of this food product needs only 14.2 L of water and can use agricultural residues. Moreover, this amount of A. bisporus provides a third of the daily needs of vitamin D, around a sixth of selenium and phosphorus, and 5% of folate. Promoting white button mushroom production and consumption would contribute to meeting food demand while enhancing water resilience and preserving the environment.

Horizon 2020 project BIOSCHAMP set out in 2020 to find alternative growing materials that make A. bisporus production more sustainable. This online Info Day will disseminate the potential of A. bisporus to achieve water resilience thanks to its low water consumption and role in sustainable agriculture (use of agricultural residues, partial substitution of more water-demanding food products). Although open to the public, the main target audience is scientists and researchers.

The Info Day will start by painting the picture with two EU-funded projects:

  • BIOSCHAMP will present their goal and how its results move towards a more sustainable food market in Europe.
  • ULTIMATE will show how their objectives support water resilience and provide insight into their success cases.

Then, a panel of experts will discuss food production and water resilience, and answer questions from the audience. The Info Day has the pleasure to count with:

  • Emilio Rascón – Mushroom Technological Research Center of La Rioja
  • Pietro Goglio – Università degli Studi di Perugia
  • Jan van der Wolf – Wageningen Research
  • Jeoffrey van der Berg – NewFoss
  • Patrick Kelly – DG AGRI
  • Andrea Rubini – Water Europe

Register for this event and you will receive an exclusive infographic!

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2024-05-30
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2024-05-30
3rd Network of Interest meeting

3rd Network of Interest meeting

Posted on by Pinelopi Kaslama

SUSTCERT4BIOBASED organises the 3rd Network of Interest meeting!

On Thursday, May 30, 2024, 4th of December at 9.00 – 10.00 AM CET we will be hosting our 3rd NoI meeting.

During the meeting, you’ll have the chance to get updated about the SUSTCERT4BIOBASED project and its mission, learn more about its progress, listen to insights about sustainable forestry and certification from experts in the sector and contribute to the open Q&A discussion!

Αgenda

9.00 – 9.05 am:  Welcoming Note (Antonia Kalimeri, White Research)

9.05 – 9.10 am: Keeping you in the loop: Updates about SUSTCERT4BIOBASED you don’t want to miss (Pinelopi Kaslama, White Research)

9.10 – 9.30 am: FSC: the pioneer scheme on sustainable forestry (Matteo Francesco Mascolo & Terry Campbell, FSC)

9.30 – 9.45 am: The various FSC standards and their connection on the forest road (Florian Thiem, Control Union)

9.45 – 10.00 am: Open Q&A Session

  • If you wish to take part in the meeting, be part of our Network of Interest by registering here and you will receive the registration form afterwards.

We believe this event will be an invaluable opportunity for you to connect with peers, gain insights into the latest trends, and contribute to the growth and development of sustainable certifications for bio-based products. We look forward to seeing you there!

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2024-05-30
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2024-05-30
Bioregions Facility for the Bioeconomy Innovation Day 2024

Bioregions Facility for the Bioeconomy Innovation Day 2024

Posted on by Louis Ferrini

Join the Bioregions Facility for the Bioeconomy Innovation Day 2024 on 5 June in Lemgo, Germany.

The event will provide a space for learning, sharing, and growing in a forest-based bioeconomy. The event will gather forest innovators and leaders from industry, government, research, and other key stakeholders in the forest bioeconomy.

The event language is English.

Check out the full agenda and register for the event here.
Do you have questions? Please send us an email.

BIOTRANSFORM 2nd working group: Tools and methodologies for the regional transition to circular bioeconomy

BIOTRANSFORM 2nd working group: Tools and methodologies for the regional transition to circular bioeconomy

Posted on by Gaëlle Colas

The BIOTRANSFORM project is organising its 2nd online working group “Tools and methodologies for the regional transition to circular bioeconomy” on 29 April from 14:00 to 15:30. The objective of this meeting is to present to regional authorities the methodologies and tools developed by the BIOTRANSFORM project and to collect their feedback to ensure they meet their actual needs.

This interactive online session will be a useful feedback moment for the BIOTRANSFORM project and will allow further improvement of current methodologies and tools under development:

  • Impact Assessment Tool (IAT): developed by Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST), this tool compiles environmental, economic, and social indicators (e.g., global warming potential, job creation, impact on vulnerable groups) to assess the implications of chosen transition pathways on regions overall sustainability. It identifies optimal bio-economy scenarios by evaluating indicator values and aligning with regional sustainability goals, empowering policymakers with valuable insights to drive comprehensive circular bio-economy initiatives.
  • Methodology to co-define and co-implement optimal transition pathways: developed by Alchemia Nova, this methodology involves local and regional stakeholders to co-evaluate several regional pathways to transition to circular bioeconomy, and to select the final and optimal one that is uniquely adapted to the regional context. The aim is to ensure an inclusive and comprehensive approach to co-defining optimal transition pathways with regional actors, focusing on stakeholder engagement, data-driven analysis, and collaborative solution development​.
  • Financing solutions for the transition to circular bioeconomy: once the optimal regional transition pathway is selected, suitable funding and financial solutions are needed to implement the transition. ACR+ is currently reviewing existing financing tools and schemes for circular bioeconomy (including grants, funds and investments) which regions could rely upon to implement the said pathway in their territory.

Agenda

14:00 – 14:10 Welcome and introductions

(Anita Lombardo and Jean Benoit Bel, ACR+)
14:10 – 14:40 BIOTRANSFORM methodology to co-define and co-implement optimal transition pathways and resulting governance needs

(Johannes Kisser, alchemia-nova) 

 

+ feedback/ Q&A

 
14:40 – 15:10  Environmental sustainability assessment for the transition pathway

(Gitanjali Thakur, LIST)

+feedback/Q&A
15:10 – 15:25  Financing tools for bioeconomy

+feedback

15:25 – 15:30 Closing remarks and wrap up

Practical details

BIOTRANSFORM – Circular BIOeconomy TRANSFORMation for regions by enabling resource and governance networks – is a three-year project which aims to provide European policymakers with an adequate assessment and policy development framework, knowledge base and expert support ecosystem to accelerate the transition from linear fossil-based systems to circular bio- based systems.

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2024-04-29
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2024-04-29
Bioeconomy Career Info Day event

Bioeconomy Career Info Day event

Posted on by Clémentine Roth

Q-PLAN INTERNATIONAL organises a “Careers and opportunities in the Bioeconomy” event, within the framework of the Bioeconomy Changemakers Festival 2024 of the European Commission in cooperation with the GenB projects (BIOVOICES), BioGov.net and ROBIN project!

The event will take place at OK!Thess on Thursday 14 March from 10.00 to 14.30 Greek time.

A parallel regional policy workshop (in the context of BioGov.net ) will be held to identify current gaps in bioeconomy governance and design feedback loops for better strategy in bioeconomy skills development.

The event and the workshop will be realised in Greek. You can find more information about the event here.

Link for registration: here (available only in Greek).

The organization is supported by the Region of Central Macedonia and the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH).

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2024-03-14
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2024-03-14