11 June 202610 June 2026 Renewable Materials Conference announces Six Nominees for the Innovation Award, Final Programme and High-Level Expert Panel The leading global event on the renewable carbon economy from 22-24 September 2026 in Siegburg/Cologne (Germany) will showcase the latest advances and future prospects in bioeconomy, CCU and recycling for the defossilisation of chemicals and materials
Die Renewable Materials Conference stellt sechs Nominierte für den Innovation Award, das finale Programm und ein hochrangiges Panel vor Das weltweit führende Event zur erneuerbaren Kohlenstoffwirtschaft präsentiert vom 22. bis 24. September 2026 in Siegburg die neuesten Fortschritte und Zukunftsperspektiven für Bioökonomie, CCU und Recycling für die Defossilisierung von Chemikalien und Materialien
2 June 20262 June 2026 Could the production of European chemicals be achieved without naphtha and steam crackers? What alternative pathways could be viable in the future? This paper mainly focuses on methanol, ethanol and biodiesel
Investments totalling more than 5 billion with a future bio-based quota for plastics in Europe Implementing a 5% bio-based quota for all polymers produced in Europe could be just as successful as the introduction of biofuels
1 June 20262 June 2026 Renewable Materials Conference: Book your Booth now! The Global Networking Point of the Renewable Carbon Economy will take place in Siegburg near Cologne, Germany, 22 to 24 September
ZOOM-Interview with Alex Hogan (CEO of Vioneo) by Michael Carus (nova-Institut/RCI), 11 May 2026 The vision of Vioneo as 'fossil-free pioneers for the plastics industry, using green methanol to produce fossil-free polypropylene and polyethylene on a commercial scale' will be realised in China, not in Europe. Michael asks Alex why this is the case.
29 May 202626 May 2026 Important Study from nova-Institute Recognised by Nature Magazine Nature highlights nova’s modelling: biomass is essential for defossilisation — but only part of the solution
28 May 202628 May 2026 Are you ready for a bio-based quota? Join the nova Workshop today! The nova-Institute’s 'Renewable Feedstock' department offers a concise and timely expert workshop to help you prepare for the political challenges ahead
Einladung zum PerPlacsBio Workshop am 18. Juni 2026 in Bad Sassendorf Expert:innen der Universität Münster, der Hochschule Rottenburg und des nova-Instituts laden Sie herzlich zum Workshop „Perspektiven für biologisch abbaubare Kunststoffe in Land- und Forstwirtschaft“ am 18. Juni im Haus Düsse in Bad Sassendorf ein
27 May 20262 June 2026 The Updated Poster on Biodegradable Polymers in Various Environments has been Released As part of the PerPlacsBio project, nova-Institute has updated its popular poster on the biodegradability of polymers in different environments. The updated version reflects current standards, certifications and the latest scientific findings. The poster can be used to assess biodegradable alternatives for use in agriculture and forestry, and it is now available in German for the first time
Das aktualisierte Poster zu biologisch abbaubaren Polymeren in verschiedenen Umgebungen wurde veröffentlicht Im Rahmen des PerPlacsBio-Projekts hat das nova-Institut sein beliebtes Poster zur biologischen Abbaubarkeit von Polymeren in verschiedenen Umgebungen aktualisiert. Die aktualisierte Version berücksichtigt aktuelle Normen, Zertifizierungen und die neuesten wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnisse. Das Poster kann zur Bewertung biologisch abbaubarer Alternativen für den Einsatz in der Land- und Forstwirtschaft herangezogen werden und ist nun erstmals auch auf Deutsch verfügbar
Opening of the first commercial ‘traceless’ natural polymer plant in Germany Traceless polymers are highly biodegradable, even in home compost, in soil or in the sea
26 May 202623 May 2026 Are you ready for a bio-based quota? The nova-Institute’s 'Renewable Feedstock' department offers a concise and timely expert workshop to help you prepare for the political challenges ahead
11 May 20268 May 2026 Direct Air Capture, e-Methanol and CO2 Electrolysis Technologies Win “Best CO2 Utilisation 2026” Innovation Award Three pioneering CCU and Power-to-X technologies recognised by live audience vote at the CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026
Direct Air Capture, e-Methanol und CO2-Elektrolysetechnologien gewinnen den Innovationspreis „Best CO2 Utilisation 2026“ Drei wegweisende CCU- und Power-to-X-Technologien wurden durch eine Live-Abstimmung des Publikums auf der CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026 ausgezeichnet
6 May 20265 May 2026 Renewable Materials Conference: Final Program Released The Global Networking Point of the Renewable Carbon Economy will take place in Siegburg/Cologne, Germany, from 22–24 September 2026
Renewable Materials Conference: Finales Programm veröffentlicht Siegburg wird vom 22. bis 24. September 2026 zum globalen Treffpunkt der erneuerbaren Kohlenstoffwirtschaft
5 May 20265 May 2026 nova-Institute Provides Scientific Basis for EU Policy on Bio-based Plastic Packaging under PPWR New analysis for the European Commission confirms no technical barriers to bio-based packaging, highlights average GHG emission savings, and recommends binding targets to drive defossilisation
THUNDER Project Launches to Advance Carbon-neutral e-Methanol Production in Europe New EU-funded project unveils website and communication materials alongside its official launch
29 April 202628 April 2026 Are you ready for a bio-based quota? The nova-Institute’s new 'Renewable Feedstock' department offers a concise and timely expert workshop to help you prepare for the political challenges ahead
The nova-Institute introduces the members of its Renewable Feedstock Department The newly-established Renewable Feedstock Department provides essential data, analysis and strategic intelligence to help the chemical industry transition away from fossil carbon
27 April 202622 April 2026 Free Webinar: Navigating Green Claims under the EU Empowering Consumers Directive (EmpCo) What Businesses Need to Know Now! 20 May, 13-14 (CET), online and free of charge
24 April 202628 April 2026 nova experts (re)introduced: Dr. Anke Schwarzenberger Renewable Feedstock Department – RCI Office – Communication – Renewable Materials Conference
23 April 202628 April 2026 nova experts (re)introduced: MA Sc. Olaf Porc Renewable Feedstocks • Data Analysis • Carbon & Trade Flows • Techno-economic Evaluation
Only one week left to register: CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026 Leading global event on Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) to discuss green hydrogen strategies, cost-competitive e-fuels, CO2-to-polymers and materials
22 April 202628 April 2026 nova experts (re)introduced: Verena Roberts Project Manager Renewable Carbon Initiative - Coordination, Dissemination, and Communication
21 April 202628 April 2026 nova experts (re)introduced: Dipl. Ing. Christopher vom Berg Head of the Renewable Feedstock Department and Executive Manager of the Renewable Carbon Initiative
CO₂ Infrastructure as a Key Enabler for Carbon Capture Utilisation (CCU) and Decarbonisation – The Example of Chemiepark Knapsack in Hürth (Germany) Interview with Sebastian Trunk, Project Manager Site Development, YNCORIS
CO₂-Infrastruktur als Schlüssel zur CO₂-Valorisierung und Dekarbonisierung am Beispiel des Chemiepark Knapsack Interview mit Sebastian Trunk, Projektmanager Standortentwicklung, YNCORIS
20 April 202628 April 2026 nova experts (re)introduced: Michael Carus Founder and CEO of nova-Institute and Executive Manager of the Renewable Carbon Initiative
15 April 20269 April 2026 Scaling CO₂-Based Methanol and Synthetic Fuels: From Pilot to Industrial Reality Methanol as a Scalable Entry Point
9 April 20268 April 2026 Electrochemistry Turning CO₂ into Valuable Products Converting captured carbon dioxide into syngas, ethylene and other chemicals
8 April 20267 April 2026 New at nova: Due Diligence Support for Start-ups From sustainability promise to investor-ready credibility – we prepare start-ups for due diligence
Renewable Materials Conference 2026: Preliminary Programme Published The Global Networking Point of the Renewable Carbon Economy will take place in Siegburg/Cologne, Germany, from 22–24 September 2026
7 April 20267 April 2026 Are you ready for a bio-based quota? The nova-Institute’s new 'Renewable Feedstock' department offers a concise and timely expert workshop to help you prepare for the political challenges ahead
2 April 20261 April 2026 New Interview and Workshop Announcement: PYSOLO at EUBCE 2026 The EU-funded project PYSOLO is advancing innovative solutions for industrial defossilisation and now offers fresh insights into its progress
1 April 202630 March 2026 The bright future of CCU: CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026, 28-29 April 2026, Maternushaus, Cologne (Germany) Don't miss the opportunity to take a deep dive into the not-so-distant future of CCU and be prepared for the CCU revolution
31 March 202626 March 2026 Horizon Europe Project PYSOLO: New Factsheet Highlights the Potential of Concentrated Solar Thermal (CST) for Industry By providing renewable high-temperature heat, the technology can play a crucial role in both decarbonisation and defossilisation efforts
27 March 202626 March 2026 nova experts (re)introduced: Dr Nadja Wulff Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) • Carbon Accounting • Scope 1–3 • ESG & Due Diligence
25 March 202624 March 2026 Advanced Recycling Conference 2026 to Showcase Innovations – Call for Abstracts Closing the loop by setting the stage for recycling innovation at Europe’s largest event on advanced recycling technologies. Call for Abstracts is now open
Innovationen im Mittelpunkt der Advanced Recycling Conference 2026 – Call for Abstracts Materialkreisläufe durch Recycling-Innovationen erfolgreich schließen auf Europas größter Veranstaltung für Advanced Recycling
17 March 202611 March 2026 WaterProof Webinar on Industrial-Urban Symbiosis: Business, Funding, and Practical Insights Turning Underutilised Resources into Economic & Environmental Value 24 March 2026 from 13:00 to 14:30 CET
12 March 202612 March 2026 CO₂ to E-Methanol, Aviation Fuels and Speciality Chemicals: Six Nominees Announced for the “Best CO₂ Utilisation 2026” Innovation Award Innovative CCU technologies converting CO₂ into fuels, chemical building blocks and industrial materials will compete at the CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026
CO₂ zu E-Methanol, Flugkraftstoffen und Feinchemikalien: Sechs Nominierte für den Innovationspreis „Best CO₂ Utilisation 2026“ bekanntgegeben Innovative CCU-Technologien demonstrieren auf der CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026 die Umwandlung von CO₂ in Kraftstoffe, chemische Bausteine und Industriewerkstoffe
11 March 20268 April 2026 AI Circular Economy Conference 2026 Fuels Innovation at the Intersection of AI and Circular Economy Industry, research and AI development experts explore how digital intelligence accelerates the transition to renewable carbon and circular materials
AI Circular Economy Conference 2026 beflügelt Innovationen an der Schnittstelle von KI und Kreislaufwirtschaft Experten aus den Bereichen Industrie, Forschung und KI-Entwicklung untersuchen, wie digitale Intelligenz den Übergang zu erneuerbaren Kohlenstoff- und Kreislaufmaterialien beschleunigen kann
10 March 20269 March 2026 Defossilisation through Innovation: One Week left to Submit Abstracts for the Renewable Materials Conference Renewable Materials Conference from 22–24 September 2026 in Siegburg/Cologne (Germany): 80 presentations, 20 panel discussions, 16 workshops and an exhibition offer comprehensive networking with 400– 500 participants
Defossilisierung durch Innovation: Nur noch eine Woche bis zum Ende der Einreichungsfrist für die Renewable Materials Conference Renewable Materials Conference vom 22.–24. September 2026 in Siegburg/Köln (Deutschland): 80 Vorträge, 20 Podiumsdiskussionen, 16 Workshops und eine Ausstellung bieten umfassende Networking- Möglichkeiten für 400–500 Teilnehmende
3 March 20262 March 2026 The nova-Institute Establishes new Renewable Feedstock Department to Lay the Groundwork for Industrial Defossilisation This strategic expansion is designed to address the critical challenges and opportunities involved in sustainably sourcing renewable carbon for the chemical and materials industries
Neue Abteilung „Renewable Feedstock“ am nova-Institut schafft Grundlagen für die industrielle Defossilisierung Diese strategische Erweiterung zielt darauf ab, die entscheidenden Herausforderungen und Chancen im Zusammenhang mit der nachhaltigen Beschaffung erneuerbarer Kohlenstoffquellen für die Chemie- und Materialindustrie anzugehen