EUBCE 2026 – A global forum for biomass and bioeconomy innovation
The 34th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition (EUBCE 2026), taking place from 19 May to 22 May 2026, will bring together the international community working on biomass, bioenergy and the circular bioeconomy. Recognised as one of the leading global forums for innovation in the sector, the event is expected to welcome around 1,500 participants from […]
CBE JU Stakeholder Forum 2026: Driving impact for Europe’s bio-based future
On 24 March 2026, the CBE JU Stakeholder Forum 2026 will take place at The Square venue in Brussels, Belgium, bringing together key actors from across the circular bio-based sector. The forum will focus on the theme “Driving impact – bio-based innovation for a competitive, sustainable Europe.” The event will provide an important opportunity for […]
BIOKET – Advancing innovation in biomass valorisation
BIOKET, taking place on 17–19 March 2026 in Fribourg, Switzerland, is an annual international conference dedicated to Key Enabling Technologies and innovations for biomass valorisation, bringing together experts from across the bioeconomy ecosystem. The event focuses on exploring how advanced technologies can transform biomass into high added-value products for a wide range of industries, contributing […]
€170.7 million to boost bio-based innovation in Europe
The Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) has announced €170.7 million in funding through its 2026 Annual Work Programme, aiming to accelerate the development of sustainable and competitive bio-based solutions across Europe. The programme supports the creation of new circular value chains, strengthens Europe’s industrial resilience, and contributes to reducing dependence on fossil-based resources. […]
Financing the bio-based revolution: crossing the valleys of death
A recent policy brief highlights the significant potential of biomanufacturing for Europe’s bioeconomy, while also drawing attention to the financial barriers that continue to limit the large-scale deployment of bio-based innovations. The brief explores how advanced biomanufacturing technologies can support the transition towards a more sustainable, circular and competitive European economy, while addressing one of […]
Field progress in RUNFASTER4EU: updates from Serbia and Italy
Field activities are underway in RUNFASTER4EU, with partners in Italy and Serbia making important strides in the cultivation of sustainable oil crops on marginal land. These early trials contribute to the project’s mission to develop climate-resilient, low-input cropping systems that feed into high-value bio-based value chains. Serbia: promising start for HEAR trials In Serbia, the […]
RUNFASTER4EU completes its first stakeholder workshop
The RUNFASTER4EU Consortium is pleased to announce the successful completion of its first stakeholder workshop, held online on 3 December 2025, bringing together numerous participants from across Europe’s bioeconomy community. This milestone event marked the official launch of the project’s stakeholder engagement activities and reaffirmed the importance of multi-actor collaboration in building sustainable and replicable […]