29 June 202229 June 2022 Tech4Biowaste co-organises the ‘Pitch Perfect and Boost the European Bioeconomy 2022’ event in Brussels this SeptemberA one-day event of intense cross-border pitching, matchmaking and networking in the heart of Europe: 26 September 2022, 10 am – 5 pm, Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel
7 June 20228 June 2022 Save the Date – Advanced Recycling Conference (ARC) 14–15 November, Cologne (Germany)Ambitious recycling targets set by the EU, the commitments of the chemical industry and brands, as well as the demands of customers are putting enormous evolutionary pressure on the recycling sector
2 June 202225 May 2022PHA and PLA partnershipsPLA’s market size is expected to almost double to 800 ktpa by 2026 with 4-7 new PLA plants being built
1 June 20221 June 2022 nova Experts (re-)introduced: Jutta Millich, M.A. HumanitiesSenior Relationship Manager · Conference Partnering · Communication
24 May 202219 May 2022Avantium awarded €3 million EU grant to demonstrate the electrochemical conversion of CO2 to consumer productsUnder the new WaterProof programme, Avantium will convert CO2, from wastewater purification and waste incineration into formic acid using its proprietary catalytic electrochemistry platform
23 May 20221 June 2022 Converting CO2 through electrochemistry – The WaterProof ProjectStarting soon, the new research project WaterProof aims at closing the waste(water) carbon loop by creating a novel biorefinery concept converting CO2 emissions from urban waste treatment facilities into valuable green consumer-products. The objective is a technology resulting in a GHG reduction based on CO2 utilization, replacement of fossil feedstock and industrial electrification
CO2-Umwandlung durch elektrochemische Prozesse – Das WaterProof-ProjektDas im Juni startende Forschungsprojekt WaterProof zielt darauf ab, den Kohlenstoffkreislauf von Abfällen und Abwässern zu schließen, indem es ein neuartiges Bioraffineriekonzept entwickelt, das CO2-Emissionen städtischer Abfallverarbeitungsanlagen in wertvolle grüne Verbraucherprodukte umwandelt. Das Ziel besteht in einer Technologie, die maßgeblich zu einer Reduzierung von Treibhausgasen auf der Grundlage einer effektiven CO2-Nutzung, dem Ersatz fossiler Rohstoffe und industrieller Elektrifizierung beiträgt.
19 May 202220 May 2022 Many advanced and proven solutions to replace fossil carbon in chemistry and materials already availableElectrochemical transformation of CO₂, a natural polymer for paper and cardboard coating and material-to-material molecular recycling of plastic waste are the winners of the innovation award “Renewable Material of the Year 2022”
Viele fortschrittliche und bewährte Lösungen zur Substitution fossilen Kohlenstoffs in Chemie und Materialien bereits verfügbarElektrochemische Umwandlung von CO2, ein natürliches Polymer zur Beschichtung von Papier und Pappe, und molekulares Recycling von Kunststoffabfällen sind die Gewinner des Innovationspreises "Renewable Material of the Year 2022"
11 May 20229 May 2022Carbonfasern aus HolzFür ihre Forschungsergebnisse erhielten die DITF-Experten den vom nova-Institut vergebenen ersten Preis im Wettbewerb um die «Cellulose Fibre Innovation of the Year»
10 May 202210 May 2022 Ed de Jong, Vice President Development at Avantium Technologies (NL), on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
Marilia Foukaraki, Projectleader R&D Bio-based at Cosun Beet (NL), on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
9 May 20225 May 2022 Lars Börger, Vice President Strategy and Long-term Development, Renewable Polymers and Chemicals at Neste Germany GmbH, on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
John Zhang, Co-founder of GS Biotech (China), on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
6 May 20224 May 2022 Ulla Hüppe, Director Sustainability Adhesive Technologies at Henkel (Germany), on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
5 May 20225 May 2022 Dirk Leinweber, Director Global Research Center Surfactants at Clariant (Switzerland) on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
Stefano Facco, New Business Development Director of Novamont SpA (Italy) as well as the managing director of the German subsidiary of Novamont, on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
4 May 20224 May 2022 Cultivation Area for Energy and Industrial Crops in Germany 1994-2021Since 2014, the cultivation figures have stagnated since the RED limited the share of first-generation plants (maize, wheat, sugar beet)
CO2 Reduction Potential of the Chemical Industry through Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU)Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI), CO2 Value Europe (CVE) and nova-Institute publish a study showing the CO2 reduction potential of the chemical industry through CCU
Next Week: Renewable Materials Conference, 10-12 May, Cologne (Germany) – all information hereList of participants, panel discussions, exhibitors and the nominations for the Renewable Material of The Year 2022 are launched
3 May 20223 May 2022 nova’s experts (re)introduced: Dipl.-Ec. Dušica BandukaProject Manager Dissemination, Communication and Press
nova-Institute steps up policy activities to push for more renewable carbonA well-balanced policy framework is needed to achieve a sustainable chemical industry in a timeframe to still reach the Paris climate goals
Neuartige Polymere für die Modellregion „Bioökonomie“ im Rheinischen RevierIfBB forscht in umfangreichem Forschungsverbund zum zukunftsträchtigen Strukturwandel
2 May 20223 May 2022 Zhang Wei, COO of Zhejiang Sugar Energy Technology (China), on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
28 April 202227 April 2022 Paul von Kirchbach, Manager Business Development and Innovation at Renolit (Germany), on market developments in the Renewable Carbon EconomyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
22 April 202221 April 2022 Freya Burton, Chief Sustainability Officer at LanzaTech (US), on the current development of the renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
21 April 202221 April 2022 Søren Kristiansen, Senior Technology Director Materials at LEGO (DK), on the current and future framework for a renewable carbon economyInterview with Michael Carus, CEO of the nova-Institute
6 April 20226 April 2022Clariant tritt der Renewable Carbon Initiative beiClariant tritt der Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) bei, um die Verwendung von erneuerbaren Rohstoffen und die Umstellung von fossilem Kohlenstoff auf erneuerbaren Kohlenstoff zu fördern
Clariant joins the Renewable Carbon InitiativeClariant has joined the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) to promote the transition from fossil to renewable carbon and the use of renewable raw materials in the chemical industry
1 April 20221 April 2022 CHAMPION Webinars: Progress in Materials Designed for a Circular Economy 6th, April, 2022, Time: 14-15h - Location: online & free!
31 March 202231 March 2022 Converting wastewater into bio-based polymer, essential oils, phenolic extracts and clean water: The AFTERLIFE project presents its results.AFTERLIFE demonstrates a new way of wastewater treatment that simultaneously recovers compounds of interest while converting remaining organic matter into a high-volume added value bio-based polymer.
Soap, proteins and highly complex molecules from CO2 – these are the winners of the “Best CO2 Utilisation 2022” innovation awardLarge scale investments in CO2-based ethanol, methanol and aviation fuel are just around the corner – supporting climate protection and independence from fossil fuels. Participants of the “Conference on CO2-based Fuels & Chemicals 2022” elected the three innovation award winners. The award was organised by nova-Institute and CO2Value Europe, and sponsored by YNCORIS.
28 March 202223 March 2022Anstoß zur nachhaltigen Bioökonomie ohne Mikroplastik?Abschlussbericht von C.A.R.M.E.N. e.V. zeigt Chancen auf
15 March 202214 March 2022 Umweltfreundliche Mulchfolien für die LandwirtschaftEinladung zur Abschlusskonferenz des Projektes iMulch
11 March 20228 March 2022LVMH Beauty joins Avantium’s PEFerence consortium to develop sustainable packaging for Perfumes and CosmeticsLVMH Beauty will be the first luxury cosmetic company to join the PEFerence consortium, further enabling the commercial introduction of PEF to the Cosmetics market
9 March 202210 March 2022 Six Carbon Capture and Utilisation technologies for a sustainable chemical and fuel production nominated for the Innovation Award “Best CO2 Utilisation 2022”Conference on CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals 2022 – Cologne (Germany) and online, hybrid conference, 23-24 March 2022
8 March 20228 March 2022 PHAs: Tenfold increase in production capacity in sight in just six yearsMarket report “Mimicking Nature – The PHA Industry Landscape. Latest trends and 28 producer profiles” published
3 March 20221 March 2022 Stellenausschreibung: Projektmanager im Bereich Bioökonomie bzw. „Renewable Carbon Economy“ – Ökonomie, Politik, Strategie (m/w/d)Standort Hürth bei Köln, Vollzeit
2 March 20223 March 2022 Conference on CO2-based Fuels and ChemicalsJoin our conference and meet forerunners in CO2 utilisation / 23-24 March 2022, hybrid event – Cologne (Germany)
Life Cycle Assessment study demonstrates the potential of Avantium’s FDCA and PEF technology to curb global warmingUse of renewable feedstock in PEF results in clear reductions in GHG emissions throughout the entire life cycle
1 March 20221 March 2022 nova Session: The Future of Refineries & Big Chemical Production SitesNine experts present and discuss their scenarios for the future of the chemical industry, hybrid session at 31 March 2022, Wöllhaf Conference Center Airport Cologne/Bonn
22 February 202222 February 2022 Join the competition for the “Renewable Material of the Year 2022”Submit your innovation by 15 March, participants at the “Renewable Materials Conference” will vote for the winners
16 February 202216 February 2022 Renewable Carbon as a Guiding Principle for Sustainable Carbon CyclesRenewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) publishes a fundamental strategy paper on the defossilisation of the chemical and material industry with eleven policy recommendations
14 February 202215 February 2022 The stars of Renewable Materials meet in Cologne, May 10-1246 Speakers from leading companies in bio-based, CO2-based and Recycling already confirmed their participation – preliminary program already available, innovation award submission by 15 March
Cellulosic fibres – A world of opportunityWith production having tripled since 2000, fibres derived from natural cellulose – a non-petrochemical source – are gaining increasing interest
10 February 202211 May 2022 Higher price increases for fossils – nova Price Indices for Fossil Resources, Metals and Biomass 1980 – 2021The biomass index shows a much more moderate increase overall, which improves the competitive situation of biomass also in the chemical industry
9 February 20229 February 2022 Connecting fibres: The cellulose fibre industry impresses with innovation and visionCellulose Fibre Innovations of the Year: Carbon Fibres from Wood, Carbon-negative Virgin Fibres from Straw and Sustainable Menstruation Panties
1 February 202231 January 2022 nova’s experts (re)introduced: Dr Ángel PuenteLife Cycle Assessments (LCA), sustainability and chemistry, bio-based chemicals
20 January 202219 January 2022 Experts on biological feedstocks and bio-based value chains: Join the survey to evaluate environmental requirements for future EU funded bio-based demonstration and flagship projects and their feedstocksEarly guidance to ensure funded projects meet certain environmental sustainability criteria and avoid awarding projects that cannot
Unique equipment for biotechnological capture and conversion of CO2 into chemical building blocks developed in the BioRECO2VER projectExamining the conversion of CO2 emissions from refineries and the cement industry into the chemical building blocks isobutene (C4H8) and lactate (C2H6O3)