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  • 21 05 21 cover biosinn factsheets products for which biodegradation makes sense

    BioSinn – Products for which biodegradation makes sense (PDF)

    Markets & Economy, Policy

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    In the project “BioSinn – Products for which biodegradation makes sense”, which was funded by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (funding code 2219NR197), experts from the nova-Institute in Hürth near Cologne investigated whether there are applications and products for which biodegradation is a sensible or even the best end-of-life option. The selection criteria were that collecting the products (or their remaining parts), separating them from other organic waste or material recycling is not possible, economically not feasible or does not take place in practice. Further criteria were that the input of microplastics into the environment can be avoided through the use of biodegradable materials or that indirect positive effects, a relevant secondary benefit, can be achieved through the use of biodegradable materials.

    The result of the project is a brochure for decision-makers from industry and politics but also for the general public, with 25 fact sheets and extensive background information on biodegradation. For each product, it explains to what extent biodegradation is a sensible and feasible option and what technical substitution options are available for a more sustainable use of materials. In addition, political framework conditions and regulations were highlighted and evaluated on a product-specific basis. For the first time, the market volumes for Germany and the EU were also surveyed and estimated. The total volume of the 25 applications in Germany is about 170,000 tonnes and in the European Union even about 1 million tonnes, of which the largest share ends up in the environment. Here, the use of biodegradable materials would bring considerable environmental benefits.

  • 21 05 20 cover biosinn steckbriefe sinnvoll biologisch abbaubarer produkte auf basis von nachwachsenden rohstoffen

    BioSinn – Steckbriefe sinnvoll biologisch abbaubarer Produkte auf Basis von nachwachsenden Rohstoffen

    Markets & Economy, Policy

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    2021-04

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    Im Projekt „BioSinn – Steckbriefe sinnvoller biologisch abbaubarer Produkte“, welches durch das Bundesministerium für Ernährung und Landwirtschaft gefördert wurde (Förderkennzeichen 2219NR197), wurde von Expertinnen und Experten des nova-Instituts aus Hürth bei Köln untersucht, ob es Anwendungen und Produkte gibt, für die der biologische Abbau eine sinnvolle oder sogar die beste End-of-Life-Option darstellt. Dabei waren die Auswahlkriterien, dass das Einsammeln der Produkte (oder ihrer Überbleibsel), die Abtrennung der Produkte von sonstigem organischem Abfall oder ein stoffliches Recycling nicht möglich, ökonomisch nicht realisierbar ist bzw. in der Praxis nicht stattfindet. Andere Kriterien waren, dass durch die Verwendung biologisch abbaubarer Materialien der Eintrag von Mikroplastik in die Umwelt vermieden werden kann oder dass durch die Verwendung biologisch abbaubarer Materialien indirekte positive Effekte, ein relevanter Sekundärnutzen erzielt werden kann.
    Das Ergebnis des Projektes ist eine Broschüre für Entscheidungsträger aus Industrie und Politik aber auch für die breite Öffentlichkeit, mit 25 Produktsteckbriefen und umfangreicher Hintergrundinformation zum Thema biologischer Abbau. Für jedes Produkt wird erklärt, inwiefern der biologische Abbau eine sinnvolle und machbare Option ist und welche technischen Substitutionsmöglichkeiten es für einen nachhaltigeren Materialeinsatz gibt. Zudem wurden politische Rahmenbedingungen und Regularien beleuchtet und produktspezifisch ausgewertet. Erstmalig wurden auch die Marktvolumina für Deutschland und die EU erhoben und abgeschätzt. Das Gesamtvolumen der 25 Anwendungen liegt in Deutschland bei rund 170.000 Tonnen und in der Europäischen Union sogar bei etwa 1 Million Tonnen, von denen der größte Anteil in die Umwelt gelangt. Hier würde der Einsatz biologisch abbaubarer Materialien erhebliche Umweltvorteile bringen. (Stand: April 2021, Update Mai 2021)

  • 21 04 20 turning off the tap for fossil carbon cover shop

    Turning off the Tap for Fossil Carbon – Future Prospects for a Global Chemical and Derived Material Sector Based on Renewable Carbon

    Policy, Sustainability & Health

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    New study on the feedstock for global chemical and derived material sector and future prospects for the transition from fossil to renewable carbon sources

    In a new study, total carbon embedded in products from the chemical and derived material sector is examined on a global scale. This includes product groups like plastics, rubbers, textile fibres, detergents and personal care solutions. For the first time ever, total global amount of embedded carbon is calculated, visualized and connected to the different feedstocks. Furthermore, end-user applications are investigated and depicted. A 2050 scenario is introduced, which outlines future prospects to transition from fossil to renewable carbon sources. Solutions for the highly interconnected chemical industry are illustrated together with supporting policy measures. This report aims to raise awareness of the need for, and the technical, industrial and political feasibility of, the biggest transformation of the chemical and derived material sector since the industrial revolution.

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    Bioeconomy is not alone – from Bioeconomy to Carbon Management

    Policy, Sustainability & Health, Technology

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    The bioeconomy faces great expectations and hopes in the fight against climate change, and at the same time is viewed critically. The biggest problems in building a strong bioeconomy are direct and indirect land use changes, which have significant impacts on biodiversity, climate change, and food security.

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    Guidance for a biorefining roadmap for Thailand

    Markets & Economy, Policy, Sustainability & Health, Technology

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    OECD SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INDUSTRY POLICY PAPERS
    April 2021 No. 110

    Biorefineries present an alternative to fossil-based production, and can create employment, wealth and the ecosystem needed to make them function. Thailand is establishing a bioeconomy with widespread biorefining as a strategy for future economic growth. There is political will to establish in Thailand, if feasible, small, decentralised biorefineries to which farmers can locally deliver biomass as feedstock, which can then be processed into bio-based products. This would help to relieve rural poverty, which is still a problem in some areas of Thailand despite progress. Developing a biorefining roadmap will help to assess the feasibility of such an initiative.

     

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    Bio-based Naphtha and Mass Balance Approach – Status & Outlook, Standards & Certification Schemes – Short Version

    Markets & Economy

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    2021-03

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    New report on alternative, non-fossil naphtha with the first comprehensive overview of technology, producers, plants and users

    Bio-based naphtha has been available on the market for a few years now. In Europe, about 150,000 tonnes are already used annually, mainly for polymer production. As soon as the political-economic framework conditions are right, this number could quickly increase to several million tonnes, which have flowed into the HVO (hydrotreated or hydrogenated vegetable oils) biodiesel market so far. These fuels differ only slightly from fossil-based naphtha in their chemical composition. The report presents 17 companies worldwide with capacities ranging from a few thousand tonnes per year to 3 million tonnes. There are currently plans for 50 new or expanded plants.

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    Bio-based Naphtha and Mass Balance Approach – Status & Outlook, Standards & Certification Schemes

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    2021-03

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    New report on alternative, non-fossil naphtha with the first comprehensive overview of technology, producers, plants and users

    Bio-based naphtha has been available on the market for a few years now. In Europe, about 150,000 tonnes are already used annually, mainly for polymer production. As soon as the political-economic framework conditions are right, this number could quickly increase to several million tonnes, which have flowed into the HVO (hydrotreated or hydrogenated vegetable oils) biodiesel market so far. These fuels differ only slightly from fossil-based naphtha in their chemical composition. The report presents 17 companies worldwide with capacities ranging from a few thousand tonnes per year to 3 million tonnes. There are currently plans for 50 new or expanded plants.

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    Chemisches Recycling – Technologie der Zukunft? (PDF)

    Technology

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    2021-02

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    In einem komplementären Ansatz liefert chemisches Recycling zusätzliche Optionen, die das derzeitige Recyclingsystem verbessern und erweitern können.

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    Carbon economy – Studies on support to research and innovation policy in the area of bio-based products and services

    Markets & Economy, Policy, Sustainability & Health, Technology

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    Nova-Institute, together with COWI and Utrecht University published a report on the role of carbon in the global, European and regional economy for the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (European Commission).

    The report herein contains five Work Packages (WPs) that embody the requirements set out in the European Commission’s “Studies on support to R&I policy in the area of bio-based products and services – Carbon Economy (Lot 1).” The main aim of the project was to map out the current pathways available for the transition towards a low carbon economy as well as the barriers that hinder this transition. Based on the conclusions and key findings from the WPs, the authors set the scene for the future of the bio-based sector with a particular focus on ten case studies of regions and cities across the EU (WP4), an evaluation of promising innovations and novel technologies for the realisation of such an economy and a sweeping regulatory analysis containing Q1 2020 updates (WP3) on EU directives and regulations that pertain to the low carbon economy. This attention to the local level as well as the broader policy sphere is supported by a scientific understanding of the low carbon economy (WP1), potential future scenarios towards 2050 (WP2) as well as clear dissemination of the findings across the entire study (WP5). In the frame of the study an animated educational video was produced. The final study report contains an executive summary followed by each Work Package in its entirety, which can also be treated as stand-alone reports in their own right.

    Further information at: https://op.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publication/8c4de15d-a17d-11eb-b85c-01aa75ed71a1

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    licence    Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities, Production and Trends 2020 – 2025 [Digital]

    Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities, Production and Trends 2020 – 2025

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    2021-01

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    Report on the global bio-based polymer market 2020 – A deep and comprehensive insight into this dynamic market

    The year 2020 was a promising year for bio-based polymers: Sold out PLA in 2019 has led to the installation of increased capacities, PE and PP made from bio-based naphtha are breaking ground and future expansion for bio-based polyamides as well as for PBAT, PHAs and casein polymers is on the horizon. A lower production is only observed for bio-based PET.

  • Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities, Production and Trends 2020 – 2025 - Short Version [Digital]

    Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities, Production and Trends 2020 – 2025 – Short Version

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    Report on the global bio-based polymer market 2020 – A deep and comprehensive insight into this dynamic market

    The year 2020 was a promising year for bio-based polymers: Sold out PLA in 2019 has led to the installation of increased capacities, PE and PP made from bio-based naphtha are breaking ground and future expansion for bio-based polyamides as well as for PBAT, PHAs and casein polymers is on the horizon. A lower production is only observed for bio-based PET.

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    licence    Carbon dioxide (CO2) as chemical feedstock for polymers – technologies, polymers, developers and producers [Digital]

    Carbon dioxide (CO2) as chemical feedstock for polymers – technologies, polymers, developers and producers

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    2021-01

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    Completely revised and extended third version of nova’s technology and trend report “Carbon Dioxide (CO2) as Chemical Feedstock for Polymers – Technologies, Polymers, Developers and Producers” available

    The nova report addresses the polymer industry, brands, technology scouts, investors, and policy makers. The report provides 100 pages of information around CO2 utilisation for chemical building blocks and polymers.

  • Carbon dioxide (CO2) as chemical feedstock for polymers – technologies, polymers, developers and producers − Short Version [Digital]

    Carbon dioxide (CO2) as chemical feedstock for polymers – technologies, polymers, developers and producers − Short Version

    Markets & Economy

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    Completely revised and extended third version of nova’s technology and trend report “Carbon Dioxide (CO2) as Chemical Feedstock for Polymers – Technologies, Polymers, Developers and Producers” available

    The nova report addresses the polymer industry, brands, technology scouts, investors, and policy makers. The report provides 100 pages of information around CO2 utilisation for chemical building blocks and polymers.

  • Production of Cannabinoids via Extraction, Chemical Synthesis and Especially Biotechnology - Preview [Digital]

    Production of Cannabinoids via Extraction, Chemical Synthesis and Especially Biotechnology – Preview

    Markets & Economy, Sustainability & Health

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    Huge market potential for CBD and other cannabinoids – how best to produce them?

    Cannabis removed from the UN prohibition schedule and CBD not considered as a narcotic drug – Two major decisions to drive further research to explore the full potential of one of the major and longest established medicinal plants

    The new report “Production of Cannabinoids via Extraction, Chemical Synthesis and Especially Biotechnology – Current Technologies, Potential & Drawbacks and Future Development” provides all information on production technologies, medical applications and political framework conditions. The Report will guide you through the complex synthesis of cannabinoids, state-of-the-art methods for extraction and production and will extensively show the major hidden potential and synergistic effects of biotechnological cannabinoid production. The report is aimed at experts in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry and provides deep insights into (bio)chemical reactions, processes and producers. The main authors are biotechnology experts and physicians from the nova-Institute, Dr. Pia Skoczinski and Dr. med. Franjo Grotenhermen, and the chemist Dr. rer. nat. Bernhard Beitzke, who has been advising the “European Industrial Hemp Association” (EIHA) as an expert for years. The 142-page technology report provides in-depth information on established and emerging biotechnological approaches on the production of cannabinoids, as well as an overview on the state-of-the-art production methods using plant extraction and chemical synthesis. An extensive description of pharmacological effects, therapeutic potential and medicinal applications for ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol (∆9-THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), together with a short excursus on the EU regulatory framework for cannabinoids, conclude this comprehensive study. Additionally, 59 companies active in cannabinoid production are listed, from which 20 specialised in biotechnological production and chemical synthesis are described in detail.

  • "Bioeconomy: More than Circular Economy"

    “Bioeconomy: More than Circular Economy” − Graphic

    Markets & Economy, Policy, Sustainability & Health

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    Production of Cannabinoids via Extraction, Chemical Synthesis and Especially Biotechnology

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    Huge market potential for CBD and other cannabinoids – how best to produce them?

    Cannabis removed from the UN prohibition schedule and CBD not considered as a narcotic drug – Two major decisions to drive further research to explore the full potential of one of the major and longest established medicinal plants

    The new report “Production of Cannabinoids via Extraction, Chemical Synthesis and Especially Biotechnology – Current Technologies, Potential & Drawbacks and Future Development” provides all information on production technologies, medical applications and political framework conditions. The Report will guide you through the complex synthesis of cannabinoids, state-of-the-art methods for extraction and production and will extensively show the major hidden potential and synergistic effects of biotechnological cannabinoid production. The report is aimed at experts in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry and provides deep insights into (bio)chemical reactions, processes and producers. The main authors are biotechnology experts and physicians from the nova-Institute, Dr. Pia Skoczinski and Dr. med. Franjo Grotenhermen, and the chemist Dr. rer. nat. Bernhard Beitzke, who has been advising the “European Industrial Hemp Association” (EIHA) as an expert for years. The 142-page technology report provides in-depth information on established and emerging biotechnological approaches on the production of cannabinoids, as well as an overview on the state-of-the-art production methods using plant extraction and chemical synthesis. An extensive description of pharmacological effects, therapeutic potential and medicinal applications for ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol (∆9-THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), together with a short excursus on the EU regulatory framework for cannabinoids, conclude this comprehensive study. Additionally, 59 companies active in cannabinoid production are listed, from which 20 specialised in biotechnological production and chemical synthesis are described in detail.

  • nova-paper #13: Bio-based products: Green premium prices and consumer perception of different biomass feedstocks [Digital]

    nova-paper #13: Bio-based products: Green premium prices and consumer perception of different biomass feedstocks

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    Highlights of in-depth psychological market research on bio-based products

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    In recent years, numerous B2C online surveys and focus group analyses have been conducted to understand what consumers think of bio-based products. It is well known, however, that other methods such as in-depth psychological interviews are better suited to explore deep-seated opinions, prejudices and contexts. This gap is being filled now by the novel approach used in this project. Instead of conducting the umpteenth standard survey, nova-Institute used the expertise of the renowned specialist market research company september Strategie & Forschung (Cologne, Germany) to gather the information needed about the consumer mind set. september is one of Germany’s market leaders in deep psychological market research.

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    licence    Chemical Recycling – Status, Trends and Challenges. Technologies, Sustainability, Policy and Key Players

    Chemical Recycling – Status, Trends and Challenges. Technologies, Sustainability. Policy and Key Players

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    2020-11

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    New market and technology report: Chemical Recycling – Status, Trends, and Challenges – Technologies, Sustainability, Policy and Key Players

    nova’s new market and technology report „Chemical Recycling – Status, Trends, and Challenges” is addressed to the chemical and plastic industry, brands, technology scouts, investors, and policy makers. On 190 pages the report provides information around chemical recycling including 21 figures and 10 tables. 

    The report provides deep insights into current developments in order to assert a position in the current discussion based on clear definitions and categorisations of all technologies. More than 70 companies and research institutes, which developed and offer chemical recycling technologies, are presented in the report. Each company is listed with its technologies and status, investment and cooperation partners. Additionally, the report provides an overview of waste policy in the European Union. And finally, 10 companies and research institutes were interviewed to receive first-hand information around the topic of chemical recycling.

    Further information:

    The old report “Chemical Recycling – Status, Trends and Challenges” differs from the new report “Mapping of advanced recycling – Providers, technologies, and partnerships” as follows:

    •  >70 technologies and providers (vs. >100 technologies and providers in the new report)
    • Profiles only with updated information of 2020
    • The extensive introductory part on polymer types, demand of different polymer types, waste fractions, political framework, position papers, technologies, LCAs, associations and waste management companies are included in this report

    In summary, this report is suitable for interested readers who have not yet dealt with advanced recycling and are searching for a introduction into the topic while an up-to-date overview of all identified providers is less important.

     

    P.S.: All you want to know about advanced recycling technologies and renewable chemicals, building-blocks, monomers, and polymers based on recycling: Hear about it at the Advanced Recycling Conference (ARC), 28–29 November 2023, Cologne, Germany (hybrid event).

  • nova-Paper#14: Are new food and biomass technologies more sustainable? A review

    nova-Paper #14: Are new food and biomass technologies more sustainable? A review − Full version

    Sustainability & Health

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    2020-11

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