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12 April 20179 September 2021

The RED II Proposal and Its Impact on the Bio-based Material and CO2 Utilization Sector

nova-Institute analysed the new Commission proposal with a view on the bio-based materials sector and present the most important findings in a paper

China Refines its Cotton Policy

World cotton production is forecast to grow by 1% to 23.1 million tons in 2017/18

USDA Data Show Cropland Reductions

Significant disagreement between USDA county-level data and the satellite data used by Wright et al. raises important questions and concerns about the validity of NWF study’s findings

11 April 20176 April 2017

Biosuccinium® S Grade Approved 100% Natural By ECOCERT

This new grade of bio-succinic acid will enable high-quality bio-based personal care products such as body cleansers, shampoos and soaps

7 April 20174 April 2017

BP and DuPont Joint Venture, Butamax®, Announces Next Step in Commercialization of Bio-Isobutanol with Acquisition of Ethanol Facility in Kansas

Bio-isobutanol offers both a valuable option for growing the renewable content of gasoline and a lower carbon alternative to fossil-derived isobutanol in existing chemical applications

Neste shows leading transparency with its site on crude palm oil supply chain

The data covers the entire supply chain, i.e. all companies, mills, and estates that supplied Neste with crude palm oil in 2016

6 April 20175 April 2017

MEPs call for clampdown on imports of unsustainable palm oil and use in biofuel

Resolution was approved by 640 votes to 18, with 28 abstentions

4 April 201731 March 2017

Nordic bioeconomy for sustainable change

New strategy will take into account the Nordic countries’ different national approaches to the bioeconomy and encourage co-operation

30 March 201731 March 2017

Six candidates for the Innovation Award “Bio-based Material of the Year 2017” nominated!

The winners will be elected at the International Conference on Bio-based Materials, 10-11 May 2017 in Cologne, Germany

BioBase4SME Natural Fibertastic Workshop aims to encourage SMEs to apply for fully funded Bio-Innovation Coupons for fibre application testing

Theme of the day is natural fiber application development focusing on thermoplastic composites

Diversity increases yield: The bioeconomy offers opportunities for Baden-Württemberg’s forests

Greater forest diversity and new wood-based materials have the potential to make the timber industry more sustainable

29 March 20179 September 2021

Power-to-Gas: Wind energy in the tank generates more acceptance for renewables

GP JOULE submits feasibility study to Minister-President Torsten Albig

New Report by Intesa Sanpaolo: in EU5 the bioeconomy is worth €1.22 trillion

Italy's bioeconomy has significant prospects of growth, thanks to the presence of a core team of players

28 March 201726 March 2017

New way to characterize cellulose, advance bioproducts

WSU researchers revealed discovery that provides further insight into the surface and bulk chemistry of cellulosic fibers

BioChar’s Buzzing and Cool Planet’s $20M cap raise is feeding it

High-end purveyors aiming to get away from the iffy reputation that some unscrupulous producers have gained for BioChar products

27 March 201715 February 2018

Composites going green: Biocomposites, bio-based Polymers and Natural Fibers at COMPOSITES EUROPE 2017

At COMPOSITES EUROPE 2017 in Stuttgart, 19 – 21 September, Germany, renewable raw materials for the composite production will be presented

23 March 201722 March 2017

NNFCC to moderate bioeconomy roundtable at FDI Expo

FDI Magnet’s initiative “Invest in Bioeconomy” aims to promote sustainable and job-creating Foreign Direct Investment – globally

Policy frameworks for biobased plastics impact market development

New trend report from nova-Institute examines policies around the world and the impacts of these on bio-based plastics market developments. Where is demand expected to increase?

22 March 201715 February 2018

How to keep track of the bio-based industry?

Growing need for information on new developments and players

20 March 201718 March 2017

MIRACLES “Multi-product Integrated bioRefinery of Algae: from Carbon dioxide and Light Energy to high-value Specialties

Release of 6th Newsletter aiming at updating stakeholders on the progress and results of the project

How the invention of paper changed the world

Paper may be on the decline, but it will survive not only on the supermarket shelf or beside the lavatory, but in the office too

17 March 201715 March 2017

Recent Lignin Announcements Show Repeated Mistakes, Not Progress

Traditional approaches have already failed and focus on different strategies for lignin-based material commercialization has to be prefered

Biofuel may backfire as a budget bluff

New statistics suggest that more production and consumption of biofuel may actually raise carbon emissions instead of lowering them

15 March 201713 March 2017

Avantium to raise at least 90 million euros in IPO

Company already has commitments in place from investors for two-thirds of the amount

Germany’s environment minister says ‘excessive’ use of land for bioenergy crops was a ‘mistake’

Hendricks plans to provide more funding to farmers who use their lands for nature conservation services

14 March 201710 March 2017

Cooperation network “BioPlastik” – long-term investment in clever product solutions

After three years of funding from the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Energy, the cooperation network is now consolidated by contributions from the partners only

A tribute to the 8 women who have distinguished themselves in the bioeconomy in 2016

Here are the stars of the world bioeconomy - with their huge competences and their infinite passion!

10 March 20178 March 2017

Copper mining with bioactive substances derived from bacteria

New Chilean-German research project

9 March 201713 March 2017

The policy framework of bio-based plastics markets

The newly published report looks at how different parts of the world handle the development of the bio-based plastics sector politically

8 March 20173 March 2017

Sofinnova Partners Raises €106 Million in a First Closing of Its Industrial Biotech Fund

The fund, dedicated to renewable chemistry, follows a series of 9 investments in the sector since 2009

Published today! Issue #5 of Bio-Based World Quarterly

“Consumers have a lot of power in making brands change behaviour.”

7 March 20173 March 2017

Synthetic Biology in the Driving Seat of the Bioeconomy

Discussion about the importance of this industry to the bioeconomy and two of its key factors

The Biobased Economy: Measuring Growth and Impacts

BIO's new paper: Congress should create a clear path forward for Farm Bill energy programs with mandatory funding

6 March 20172 March 2017

Boost for Biobased Products and Anaerobic Digestion following European Committee Vote

Separate collection decision opens up the opportunity for compostable plastic bags for bio-waste to become widespread

3 March 20171 March 2017

European Bioplastics: Survey on the perception of bio-based plastics – We want to hear what you think!

Results will help to provide better insights and new impulses to shape and drive the future of the bioplastics industry

EU climate laws ‘cost paper recyclers 40% of their profits’

Sylvain Lhôte (CEPI) said that EU climate and energy policy had placed a huge burden on his sector

2 March 201728 February 2017

Brand Perspectives on Biomaterials

Sustainability Consult is inviting retailers and manufacturers to share their survey on brand perceptions

Schmidt Fund awards go to projects with transformative potential

This year's selected proposals are outstanding in terms of the quality of the science and engineering as well the potential to benefit humanity

1 March 201727 February 2017

Loaded terms in the bioeconomy

It is up to Parliamentarians and the member states to change the course the Commission has embarked on

The pile-on for bionylon: ADM, Rennovia, JM accelerate the chase

License agreement to provide catalyst and process technology for catalytic production of bio-based glucaric acid

A global corporate market for low-carb fuels: The Digest’s 2017 Multi-Slide Guide to Below50

Below50 is a game-changing collaboration designed to grow a global corporate market for the best-of-breed sustainable low-carbon transport fuels (LCTFs)

28 February 201724 February 2017

Whole crop valorisation

Industry aims at using the whole crop, among others by valorisation of what used to be called waste streams

The most interesting Finnish companies in the circular economy

The list compiled by Sitra is showcasing Finland's most inspiring examples of the circular economy

24 February 201715 February 2018

BEACON – From Plants to Products – a Biorefining Centre of Excellence in Wales

New initiative integrates expertise and facilities to assist companies in developing new products and processes

21 February 201720 February 2017

Bio-based polymers worldwide: Ongoing growth despite difficult market environment

In 2016: 6.6 Million tonnes production capacity, 2% share of all polymers, €13 billion turnover, durable applications are dominating

BIC General Assembly: Growing Membership Deepens Bioeconomy Cooperation

16 new Full members and 22 new Associate members representing a strong European cooperation on the bioeconomy

20 February 201716 February 2017

A Guide To The $13.4 Billion Biodesign Industry

Biodesign is a quickly growing field, and it will rely on designers as much as scientists. Here's our guide to what you need to know

Government’s analysis, assessment and research: Bioeconomy promotion needs regulations and research but also people

Finnish research project studied how the operating environment for bioeconomy should be developed

16 February 201714 February 2017

Innovation Legislation Seeks Boost in Illinois’ Bio-based Economy

Senate Bill 1656 provides incentives to Illinois businesses to produce and sell new renewable products made from biomass and other renewable sources

14 February 201710 February 2017

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