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 Will bioplastics repeat the biofuels saga? Unfortunately, the green credentials of bioplastics are far from straightforward
13 February 201715 February 2018 Green PAC, motor of the biobased economy Initiative of two Dutch Universities of Applied Sciences now offers a dual master course in Polymer Engineering
10 February 20178 February 2017 People and the Bioeconomy – Missing the Levers and Pulleys At the NNFCC we do not believe in coincidence, but sometimes they are difficult to explain...
9 February 20177 February 2017 Green Biologics Recognized as a Clean Technology Leader by Two Prestigious Industry Awards Specialty chemicals company named in the 2017 Global Cleantech 100 and a 2016 Global Clean Energy Award winner
With plastic bags and plates, China tries to cure its corn hangover China's state grain bureau announced new strategy in a five-year policy document
8 February 20176 February 2017 U of M’s CFANS and CSE to partner on bio-based industry projects Teams within the U’s Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering, Mechanical and Chemical Engineering to bringing expertise in pulp and paper, food and bio-based industry
7 February 20173 February 2017 Global Green and Bio-Based Solvents Market – Segmented by Type, Application, and Geography – Growth, Trends and Forecasts (2016 – 2021) Government support for research of green and bio-based solvents is opening a gateway to opportunities for the global green and bio-based solvents market
6 February 20172 February 2017 EU Policymakers Boost Bio-based Plastic "Strategy on Plastics in a circular economy" addresses the "high dependence on fossil feedstock" as one of its three priority areas
3 February 20171 February 2017 What does the UK’s Industrial Strategy mean for the Bioeconomy? Following the UK's Industrial Strategy Green Paper, where does the Bioeconomy fit in?
2 February 2017 nova’s experts introduced: Guido Müller Manager for Dissemination & Marketing Communication
Sugar for the Chemical industry – opportunity or danger? nova Session “Biomass for industry: Supply, acceptance and the food vs. fuels debate”
1 February 201730 January 2017 Poll: Europeans want EU policy to promote crop-based biofuels Findings directly contradict European Commission’s justification for phasing out conventional biofuels
Bioplastics an important part of the EU roadmap for the strategy on plastics in a circular economy European Bioplastics looks forward to sharing further information on standards, certifications, and labels
The biolubricants market is tempting the big oil industry Chevron Products Company made an equity investment into Novvi LLC
31 January 2017 Increase on Asian production capacities for bio-based chemicals, building blocks and polymers More than 45% of the most relevant bio-based polymers are produced in Asia
Zunahme der Produktionskapazitäten bio-basierter Chemikalien, Building-Blocks und Polymere in Asien Über 45 % der bedeutendsten bio-basierten Polymere werden in Asien produziert
A startup produces biomaterials from fungi. An interview with its co-founder Federico Grati Mycoplast team is researching, identifying and marketing the best industrial and commercial technologies for the production of mycelium-based biomaterials
Capricorn Venture Partners announces first closing of its Capricorn Sustainable Chemistry Fund (CSCF) at € 50 million Aim of the new fund is to create shareholder value through financial return combined with the Sustainability Impact of the planned investments
Biotensidon: Breakthrough in Rhamnolipid Mass-Production Supra Molecular Complex improves health & environment characteristics of cosmetics, pharmaceutical and agricultural products
30 January 20171 February 2017 SuperBIO developed its first new and innovative value chains! The news cross-boarder and cross-sectional industrial value chains: paper pulp, citrus peel and crab waste
European Parliament’s ENVI Committee backs bioplastics in vote on waste legislation Amendments ensure that the potential of bio-waste as a valuable resource can be tapped through organic recycling
BIOSKOH working to fulfil Biorefinery vision BioBased Industries Joint Undertaking to build a first of its kind commercial-scale second generation biorefinery in Europe
26 January 201724 January 2017 Unilever commits to 100% recyclable plastic packaging by 2025 Invites collective action from fast-moving consumer goods industry to be fully circular on plastic packaging
25 January 201723 January 2017 Bioplastics: disruptive shift to come Biobased materials show a stable growth world-wide, according to nova-Institute and European Bioplastics
24 January 2017 The Core of the Bioeconomy: New Developments in Bio-based Building Blocks and Platform Chemicals International Conference on Bio-based Materials, 10-11 May, Cologne, Germany
Industry endorses plan to recycle 70% of plastic packaging globally New report outlines how a solution could be reached
VCs Invest $5.8 Billion in Bio-based Chemicals, as Focus Shifts to Disruptive Synthetic Biology This year, synthetic biology startups have raised 53% of all VC funding in bio-based materials and chemicals, says Lux Research
Estonian investors plan to build a €1 billion biorefinery Largest ever industry investment in Estonia to become the most modern biorefinery in Europe
20 January 201723 January 2017 Bio-based economy and climate change New report on important links, pitfalls and opportunities
Bio-based polymers worldwide: Ongoing growth despite difficult market environment
