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Bio4HUMAN Final Event

Posted on 09/03/2026 by Andrea Motola

Dear all,

We are pleased to invite you to Bio4HUMAN’s Final Event, taking place on Thursday, 28 May 2026, in Prague and online.

Registration is at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1x-tEXpRGCNzB4Wf7bWcmhE6BrqLpQnit8JaiBADPPC6odw/viewform

Over the past two and a half years, Bio4HUMAN has explored how bio-based innovations and circular approaches can contribute to more sustainable waste management in humanitarian contexts. Our final event will showcase the project’s key findings, lessons learned from field implementation, and practical pathways for scaling sustainable bio-based solutions.

The event will bring together stakeholders from the bioeconomy sector, humanitarian organisations, research and academia, as well as EU and national policymakers, creating a unique space for cross-sector dialogue and collaboration.

Participants can expect:

Presentation of Bio4HUMAN’s main results and field impact
Real-world case studies of bio-based solutions in humanitarian settings
Insights from expert speakers and policymakers
Discussions on scaling sustainable waste solutions
Networking opportunities with diverse stakeholders

📍 Event Details

Location: Novotného lávka 200/5, 110 00 Staré Město, Prague, Czech Republic & Online
Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026
Time: 09:30–15:00 CET
Registration deadline: Thursday, 21 May 2026

🗓️ Draft Agenda (CET)

09:30 – 10:00 Registration, Welcome Coffee & Networking
10:00 – 10:15 Bio4HUMAN in Focus: Mission, Context & Event Objectives
10:15 – 10:30 Keynote Speech
10:30 – 11:15 Session 1 — Evidence in Action: Key Findings & Field Impact
11:15 – 11:30 Coffee Break
11:30 – 12:15 Session 2 — Bio-Based Solutions in Practice: Real-World Case Studies
12:15 – 13:00 Buffet Lunch & Exhibition of Project Materials
13:00 – 14:00 Session 3 — The Road Ahead: Scaling Sustainable Waste Solutions
14:00 – 14:20 Closing Session — Key Takeaways & The Way Forward
14:20 – 15:00 Networking Café — Ideas, Contacts & Next Steps

If you are interested in attending, please register by 21 May 2026.

For any inquiries, please contact: inquiry@bio4human.eu

We look forward to welcoming you in Prague or online.

Kind regards,
Bio4HUMAN team

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Webinar: How can multi-actor collaboration drive real impact in regional bioeconomy initiatives?

Posted on 06/03/2026 by Denise Gider

This webinar brings together three inspiring initiatives with hands-on experience in building collaborative networks for bioeconomy development. Through guided discussion and Q&A, panellists will share their strategies for stakeholder engagement and addressing complex challenges in their regional contexts.

Achieving a regenerative and inclusive bioeconomy requires collaboration across sectors and governance levels. Public authorities, farmers, SMEs, researchers, civil society organizations, and local communities must work together to co-design and implement solutions adapted to their territorial realities. This session aims to explore how multi-actor participation can unlock regional bioeconomy potential while ensuring long-term sustainability and social legitimacy.

The discussion will bring together practical experiences from leading European initiatives:

Holger Gerdes, representing the SCALE-UP project, will share insights on strengthening regional multi-actor partnerships to scale up innovative bio-based value chains. SCALE-UP focuses on increasing capacity, improving market penetration of bio-based solutions, enhancing nutrient recycling, and linking bio-based innovation to rural development goals. The project promotes inclusive, regenerative and just transitions by empowering regional actors to deploy practical and scientific knowledge effectively.
Jacobo Monereo, from La Junquera, will present a concrete example of regenerative transition in practice. Located in one of the most desertified areas of the Iberian Peninsula, La Junquera is a 1,100-hectare farm that has shifted from conventional agriculture to regenerative practices. Beyond farming, it acts as a regional hub for education, research, entrepreneurship, ecosystem restoration and community-building, demonstrating how land regeneration can create new rural opportunities and inspire territorial transformation.
Pablo Méndez, from the GOV4ALL project, will introduce the Living Labs and Rural Regeneration Hubs established across the Mediterranean to co-design and validate soil health solutions. GOV4ALL brings together farmers, researchers, NGOs, policymakers and citizens to collaboratively develop regenerative soil management systems. By fostering mutual learning and participatory governance, the project builds pathways toward economically viable farming systems that protect natural resources and strengthen rural communities.
Aran Blanco, bioeconomy and participation expert at Kveloce, will contribute expertise on participatory processes, stakeholder engagement methodologies, and governance frameworks that support co-creation and effective regional coordination in bioeconomy transitions.

Together, these perspectives offer a comprehensive view of how governance innovation, community engagement, regenerative practices, and multi-actor collaboration can drive meaningful progress towards a resilient and inclusive European bioeconomy.

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Save the Date for BIORADAR Final Conference!

Posted on 24/02/2026 by Cristina Barragan Yebra

After three years of advancing sustainability and circularity in the bio-based sector, the BIORADAR project is proud to invite you to its Final Conference!

At this final event, we will present the project’s key results and demonstrate how BIORADAR digital tools can support the transition towards a more transparent, competitive, and sustainable bio-based economy.

Date: May 21st, 2026
Time: 9:30 – 16:00 CET
Location: Ente Italiano di Normazione (UNI) – Via Sannio 2, 20137 Milan, Italy
Who should attend: Bio-based companies, circular economy and sustainability researchers, and policymakers

Participation is open for both in-person and online attendees. Secure your spot by registering before April 15th, 2026.

Here you can access the registration form.

See you in Milan or online!

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Join the BIORADAR Replication Facility and unlock practical tools for a circular bio-based future

Posted on 20/02/2026 by Cristina Barragan Yebra

The BIORADAR project has developed a comprehensive set of tools and resources to help stakeholders assess, improve, and replicate sustainable bio-based solutions. Through the Replication Facility, you can now access these outcomes directly. By joining, you will be able to:

✔️ Access digital sustainability assessment tools
✔️ Learn with our MOOC about circular economy and bio-based systems
✔️ Discover curated best practices and innovative methodologies

Whether you are a policymaker, industry professional, researcher, or sustainability practitioner, the BIORADAR Replication Facility provides valuable resources to support your work.

How to enroll?
🔎 Visit www.dl4sd.org
👤 Create your user account
📚 Search for BIORADAR in the catalogue
✅ Click Enroll and start exploring!

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Renewable Materials Conference 2026

Posted on 13/02/2026 by Anke Schwarzenberger

The Renewable Materials Conference is the major event for the global circular carbon economy. It presents solutions and technologies for the transformation of the Chemical Industry from fossil to renewable feedstocks. These feedstocks are based on biomass, recycling and (bio-)CO₂.

The conference offers networking opportunities for all members of the renewable value-chains, policy makers, brands, start-ups and researchers.

As participant of the Horizon Europe programme you can present your project with a poster, a talk or in a (shared) booth.

Get more information and the registration link here: https://renewable-materials.eu/

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EuBioNet Endorses ISEKI-Food Conference 2026

Posted on 28/01/202628/01/2026 by Valentina Vavassori

EuBioNet is pleased to announce its official endorsement of the ISEKI-Food Conference 2026 (ISEKI-Food26), an international event dedicated to advancing the transition towards sustainable, resilient, and innovative food systems.

ISEKI-Food26 will place a strong focus on three interconnected pillars that are essential for shaping the future of food systems:

Education and Training
Research
Responsible Food Production and Consumption

Together, these thematic areas reflect the need for integrated approaches that connect knowledge generation, skills development, and practical implementation across the entire food value chain. Further details on the thematic scope are available in the Conference Topics section on the event website.

The conference is addressed to scientists, professionals, and students from universities worldwide, as well as representatives from the food industry, with the explicit goal of strengthening links between academia, research, and industrial practice. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, ISEKI-Food26 aims to foster dialogue, stimulate innovation, and support the co-creation of solutions that respond to current and future sustainability challenges.

Participants will have the opportunity to:

Exchange new ideas and application experiences in a face-to-face international setting
Present and discuss research results and innovative practices
Establish business or research partnerships
Identify global partners for future collaborations

Through this endorsement, EuBioNet recognises ISEKI-Food26 as a valuable platform for the bioeconomy and food systems community, contributing to knowledge exchange, capacity building, and cross-sectoral cooperation at European and international level.

More information about the conference, including deadlines for abstract submission and registration, is available on the official website!

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BIO2REG Connect – Unlocking Regional Pathways for the Bioeconomy

Posted on 11/12/2025 by Denise Gider

BIO2REG Connect brings regional authorities, clusters, researchers, development actors, policymakers, and experts together. The event focuses on practical pathways for advancing circular and bio-based innovation across Europe’s regions.

The morning features keynotes from the European Research Executive Agency, EU-level policy insights and regional development actors, to set the scene for regional pathways in a fair and just bioeconomy transition. It also includes insights from BIO2REG on the support available for regions, as well as pitches showcasing concrete regional initiatives and services that can help accelerate regional bioeconomy projects.

The afternoon focuses on lively exchange and direct dialogue. An interactive session will bring together regional experiences and perspectives to identify common needs and challenges and turn them into concrete next steps. Breakout discussions and a “speed-dating” session create space to connect, share ideas, and learn from each other, followed by a networking reception.

BIO2REG Connect – turn knowledge into action and strengthen your regional capacity for a sustainable bioeconomy!

More information and registration: bio2reg.eu/bio2reg-connect

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European Commission Adopts New EU Bioeconomy Strategy to Boost Green Growth, Competitiveness and resilience in Europe

Posted on 28/11/202528/11/2025 by Valentina Vavassori

The European Commission has officially adopted the new Strategic Framework for a Competitive and Sustainable EU Bioeconomy, setting a clear pathway to accelerate Europe’s transition toward a cleaner, more resilient and decarbonised circular economy.

Building on the 2012 Bioeconomy Strategy and its subsequent 2018 and 2022 reviews, the new Framework shifts the spotlight to industrial uptake, market expansion, competitiveness, and long-term resilience.

The updated Strategy builds on the EU’s strong scientific and industrial base to scale up bio-based innovations, reduce dependence on fossil resources, and unlock the full potential of Europe’s biological assets from land and sea. Today, the EU bioeconomy is already valued at €2.7 trillion (in 2023) and employs over 17 million people (around 8% of EU jobs), yet significant untapped potential remains.

Key priorities of the new Strategy include:

Scaling up innovation and investment to bring bio-based technologies from labs to market, supported by clearer and faster regulatory pathways.
Developing lead markets for bio-based materials and technologies such as bioplastics, sustainable textiles, advanced fermentation, bio-based chemicals, and construction materials. The Strategy proposes to set up a Bio-based Europe Alliance, which will be gathering EU companies to collectively purchase bio-based solutions worth €10 billion by 2030.
Ensuring sustainable biomass use, and promoting circularity and enhancing the value of secondary biomass, with initiaves for farmers and foresters to safeguard soils, biodiversity, carbon sinks and water resources.
Strengthening Europe’s global position, reducing strategic dependencies, and opening new market opportunities for sustainable bio-based solutions.

Read the full EU Bioeconomy Strategy here!

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Webinar: Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Regional Bioeconomy in Practice

Posted on 29/10/2025 by Denise Gider

This inaugural session of the BIO2REG Webinar Series kicks off with key insights from the new BIO2REG Best Practice Guide, highlighting how leading European regions are successfully advancing the bio-based transition.

The interactive webinar showcases success stories on different aspects of the bioeconomy transition: governance, value chains, living labs and funding, but also social sustainability and skills development.

Meet the experts behind spotlight initiatives of the Germany Rhenish mining region:

BioökonomieREVIER at Forschungszentrum Jülich – setting up a regional bioeconomy hub and engaging stakeholders
FaserInnovationsZentrum Zerkall (FIZZ) e.V. – an industry-driven initiative developing sustainable, plant-based fibers

After the presentation, participants will have the opportunity to share their perspectives, exchange experiences, and ask questions directly to the speakers.

Join us to connect with peers, gather practical ideas, and learn how your region can apply proven strategies to strengthen its bioeconomy development.

More information: https://bio2reg.eu/2025/09/18/webinar-regional-bioeconomy-in-practice/

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BIO2REG Exchange open for applications

Posted on 29/10/2025 by Denise Gider

The BIO2REG Exchange offers hands-on support to help emerging regions start or strengthen their transition to a circular, bio-based economy.

What the regions can expect from the exchange programme:

Mentoring & guidance:

Build practical roadmaps to finance, implement, and govern your transition to a sustainable bioeconomy.
Regional visits & peer learning:

Visit with a host region to see bioeconomy solutions in action.
Travel funding:

Up to €900 each for three participants per visiting region.
Strengthen networks:

Build long-term collaborations with clusters, agencies, and SMEs facing similar challenges.

The Exchange uses a simple, low-barrier application process and is open to all members of the BIO2REG network (free to join).

Application is possible until November 13.

Find out more: https://bio2reg.eu/exchange/

Apply directly: https://bio2reg.eu/network/exchange-form/

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