The production and extraction of renewable biological resources and their subsequent transformation into food and feed, bio-based goods, and bioenergy are referred to as the "bioeconomy." The present idea of the bioeconomy is a knowledge-driven concept designed to address a variety of current challenges.
The bioeconomy has a strong research and innovation component, which can be used to improve the production of food, feed, and fibre as well as to create new applications and products in industries like pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and energy. Recent advancements in bioscience and biotechnology, particularly those pertaining to bio-based materials and crop genetic engineering, have contributed to this dimension, which is commonly referred to as the "knowledge-based bioeconomy." Materials, textiles, cosmetics, furniture, and food are just a few recent applications. Integrated units can produce a wide range of goods, such as integrated biorefineries that make fuels, chemicals, plastics, heat, and electricity.
A more robust bioeconomy might spur economic expansion, create jobs, and lessen reliance on imports. It might help make the best use of biological resources, which are renewable but nonetheless limited. However, it could also lead to competition between distinct users and technology. Additionally, there is still debate over the biomass's availability. A bioeconomy might help lower greenhouse gas emissions and enhance societal well-being. It could, however, also result in additional greenhouse gas emissions and have a negative effect on the environment.
What sort of solutions are necessary to boost the market share of circular, sustainable products in Germany and Europe? Which products and attributes of products do consumers want? What advances are possible, and what appropriate research and communication techniques exist? Which role do regional value chains and markets serve? And what does a favourable regulatory environment entail? Join us on 1st - 2nd March, 2023 for the World Biopolymers and Bioplastics Innovation Forum, in Berlin, Germany to find out!
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