16 March 202611 March 2026 Kommission genehmigt mit 400 Mio. EUR ausgestattete griechische Beihilferegelung zur Förderung von Fertigungskapazitäten für saubere Technologien als Beitrag zu den Zielen des Deals für eine saubere Industrie Beihilfen sollen für Investitionen gewährt werden, die im Rahmen des 'Deals für eine saubere Industrie' zur Erhöhung der Fertigungskapazitäten für saubere Technologien aufgewendet werden
Illinois Soybean Association: 2026 SpringBoard Challenge Promising ideas from the lab to market with the goal of developing new soy-based products, creating tangible benefits for our farmers and securing long‑term demand growth for Illinois soybeans
International Women’s day: our tribute to all women who are making the bioeconomy happen International Women’s Day 2026 comes at a defining moment: Women and girls have never been closer to equality, and never closer to losing it. Legal protection against domestic violence has expanded in many countries. Yet, the rights of women and girls are being rolled back in plain sight, and across the world, women still do not enjoy the same legal rights as men
Deutsche Papiersackindustrie: leichte Erholung gegenüber 2024 Branchenbarometer 2025: Ergebnisse einer Mitgliederumfrage zeigen, dass PPWR, VerpackDG und EUDR in den kommenden Jahren einen hohen Anpassungs- und Vorbereitungsbedarf mit sich bringen werden
European Bioplastics pushes for NIR tech in biodegradable plastic recycling The organization outlines how recycling can serve as an important end-of-life pathway for bioplastics when supported by near-infrared (NIR) sorting technology
There’s no such thing as a free polymer. The tradeoff at the heart of bioplastics A new life-cycle analysis reveals that bio-based plastics are better for the climate but worse for biodiversity. The greenest option is reducing demand
13 March 202610 March 2026 Using individual atoms to achieve fossil-free chemistry Methanol is a key starting material for chemical products. Researchers from ETH Zurich can now produce this precursor from CO2 and hydrogen with high efficiency by using isolated metal atoms as catalysts
Mit einzelnen Atomen zu einer Chemie ohne fossile Rohstoffe Methanol ist ein wichtiger Grundstoff für chemische Produkte. Forschende der ETH Zürich stellen ihn nun sehr effizient aus CO2 und Wasserstoff her. Sie nutzen dazu isolierte Metallatome als Katalysatoren
Bioforcetech, RDD, and Virus Inks Launch Collaboration for Sustainable Textiles At the center of the collaboration is OurCarbon, Bioforcetech’s carbon-negative material derived from sewage sludge, which will be integrated into advanced textiles
Saipem and Capsol partner on industrial-scale CO2 capture solutions Joint development of projects to offer large industrial emitters a reliable, fully integrated, fast and easy to implement solution
Abwasser als Energie- und Rohstoffquelle: Wie Technologie mit Mikroben es möglich macht Ein unter Federführung der Universität Greifswald in Frontiers in Science erschienenes internationales Forschungsreview zeigt das enorme umwelt- und ressourcenschonende Potenzial mikrobieller elektrochemischer Technologien (METs)
How microbe-powered tech cleans and recovers value from wastewater The Schröder's team from the University of Greifswald reviewed microbial electrochemical technologies (METs) in a Frontiers in Science article, where microbes help clean water while producing electricity or fuels and reclaiming valuable nutrients
Have your say on the EU’s post-2030 climate policy framework Respondents are asked for their input on how to review the EU’s future climate rules to make sure they are fair, affordable, and adapted to different national situations while ensuring achievement of our climate targets
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
thyssenkrupp Uhde selected for biomass-to-methanol technology integration study for Nova Sustainable Fuels in Canada The study aims to provide a solid basis for future investment decisions and represents a significant step toward sustainable fuel production in Canada
thyssenkrupp Uhde ausgewählt für Biomasse-zu-Methanol-Projekt von Nova Sustainable Fuels in Kanada Die Studie soll eine solide Grundlage für zukünftige Investitionsentscheidungen schaffen und stellt einen wichtigen Schritt in Richtung nachhaltiger Kraftstoffproduktion in Kanada dar
Researchers Achieve Efficient Bicarbonate-mediated Integrated Capture and Electrolysis of Carbon Dioxide This emerging reactive carbon capture technology, couples upstream CO2 capture with subsequent electrocatalytic conversion, reducing the energy consumption associated with obtaining high-purity CO2 feedstock
£16.23 million investment secured for new biorefinery in Grangemouth Celtic Renewables will use the fresh investment to fund the planning and development of a new £120 million industrial-scale biorefinery at Grangemouth with 10x the production capacity of the company’s current facility
DBU bleibt verlässliches Sprungbrett für grüne Startups Report des Borderstep Instituts – Großes Klimaschutzpotenzial
Unlocking €3 billion for investment opportunities in the decarbonisation of buildings and road transport The ETS2 Frontloading Facility will also help accelerate the uptake of zero-emission vehicles, e-bikes, and the deployment of recharging and refuelling infrastructure
A new era of winter driving begins: Nokian Tyres launches entirely new type of studded winter tire that automatically adapts to changes in temperature The Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta® 01 is the world’s first winter tire with on-demand grip
11 March 202611 March 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
Fabulose: Fabricating vegan and circular leather alternatives from bio-tech derived cellulose High-performance, biobased and recyclable leather-like fabrics to be developed by a consortium coordinated by the German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research (DITF) within an EU-Project
Fabulose: Vegane und kreislauffähige Lederalternativen aus biotechnologisch gewonnener Zellulose Leistungsstarke, biobasierte und recycelbare lederähnliche Stoffe will ein Konsortium unter Koordination des DITF in einem EU-Projekt herstellen
Stargate Hydrogen signs the first partnership in the UK with Seacht Group Agreement with Seacht Group marks the company’s entry into the UK hydrogen market
CityUHK research team develops 3D-printed biomimetic “mechanoelectrical” smart materials inspired by sea urchin spines The naturally occurring porous ceramic structure within sea urchin spines possesses an unexpected capability for mechanoelectrical perception
Lego legt nach beim Carbon Dioxide Removal Spielzeughersteller Lego investiert weitere 18 Mio. DKK in vier Projekte für das Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR)
PureCycle and TOPPAN Establish Partnership to Deliver Sustainable Packaging Solutions with Recycled Content PureCycle and TOPPAN are partnering to address growing brand owner demand for sustainable packaging that includes recycled content
EU sets world’s first voluntary standard for permanent carbon removals The EU is setting clear rules and creating new opportunities for climate innovation, investments in carbon removal technologies and addressing greenwashing
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
“Solar battery” supplies hydrogen from solar energy at the touch of a button – Copolymer enables flexible use of energy over time For the first time, a German researchers team succeded in developin a new material that can store the energy from sunlight for several days and then release it in the form of hydrogen "at the push of a button"
„Solarbatterie“ liefert auf Knopfdruck Wasserstoff aus Sonnenenergie – Copolymer ermöglicht zeitlich flexible Energienutzung Einem deutschen Forscherteam ist es erstmals gelungen, ein Material zu entwickeln, das die Energie des Sonnenlichts über mehrere Tage speichern und schließlich „auf Knopfdruck“ in Form von Wasserstoff abgeben kann
Establishment of the World’s First Global Supply Chain to Introduce the Use of Renewable Plastics in Sony’s High-Performance Products The various plastic materials from renewables manufactured through this supply chain are slated for use in Sony’s products that will be launched worldwide
Breadcrumbs lead to fossil free production of everyday goods The humble breadcrumb could hold the key to cutting out fossil fuels from one of the chemical industry’s most widely used reactions, according to a new study
Orientierung für den nachhaltigen Einkauf: FNR aktualisiert Datenbank „Umweltzeichen Kompakt“ Über 200 Gütezeichen für biobasierte Produkte und Dienstleistungen – mit 12 Warengruppen und zahlreichen Filtern
MULTIPLY: 10 algae-based products for 5 key sectors AIMPLAS is developing in a consortium sustainable solutions and materials from compounds and polymers extracted from microalgae for different packaging applications
REALITY CHECK – Commission takes stock of ETS implementation with stationary installations Interaction between different ETS components, such as monitoring, reporting, verification of emissions or of activity levels
9 March 20264 March 2026 Samsung C&T and Axens Join Forces to Accelerate Global Deployment of CCUs Projects with advanced DMX Technology This partnership marks a significant step forward in their shared commitment to support industry decarbonization efforts
Samsung C&T und Axens: CCUS-Technologien schneller umsetzen Samsung C&T und Axens haben eine Vereinbarung zur Zusammenarbeit bei Projekten zur CO2-Abscheidung und -Nutzung geschlossen. Die Partner wollen Lösungen für industrielle Anwendungen voranbringen
Siemens and CAPHENIA accelerate scale-up of Sustainable Aviation Fuel The goal is to develop a standardized automation and digitalization template for CAPHENIA's Plasma Boudouard Reactor (PBR) that is modularly scalable and can be adapted to different locations
Siemens und CAPHENIA beschleunigen Scale-up von nachhaltigem Flugkraftstoff Ziel ist die Entwicklung eines standardisierten Automatisierungs- und Digitalisierungs-Templates für CAPHENIAs Plasma-Boudouard-Reaktor, das modular skalierbar ist und an unterschiedliche Standorte angepasst werden kann
Isabel Kaphahn von der RWTH Aachen, TEER, gewinnt ITAD-Sonderpreis auf dem 15. DGAW-Wissenschaftskongress in Pforzheim Beitrag zum Thema Oxyfuel-Verfahren zur CO2-Abscheidung unter 67 Einreichungen ausgezeichnet
France Commits $2B To Industrial Decarbonization & CCUS The selected projects span cement, aluminum and chemical production – sectors where emissions are often process-related and difficult to eliminate through electrification alone
6 March 20262 March 2026 Smart containers for Europe’s discarded clothes TexMat is developing a deposit return system to boost collection, reuse and recycling of garments consumers no longer want
Intelligente Container für Europas Altkleider Das Team von TexMat entwickelt ein Pfand- und Rücknahmesystem, um Sammlung, Wiederverwendung und Recycling von Kleidungsstücken zu fördern, die von den Verbraucherinnen und Verbrauchern nicht mehr benötigt werden
DNFI at ICC Bremen 2026 Several international experts are being invited to provide updates on developments from around the globe
Rise of the rice robots – creating active smart materials Rice exhibits rare behaviour - allowing scientists to create new materials designed to behave in ways impossible for natural materials