Innovation for the Circular Bioeconomy

The geopolitical instability of recent years has highlighted the vulnerability of the European industrial system, which relies on imported raw materials for more than 22% of its needs, rising to 47% in the case of Italy. The efficient use of resources and the closing of material cycles, in line with circular economy principles, have therefore become essential to ensure competitiveness and strategic autonomy. In this context, the Circular Bioeconomy offers a major opportunity, particularly through the development and application of biotechnology across multiple sectors, with the aim of enhancing the value of biological resources.

Session Chairs

Serenella Sala, JRC ISPRA
Claudia Brunori, ENEA (Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development) – Department for Sustainability of Production and Territorial Systems
Raffaele Lupoli, EconomiaCircolare.com

Program

Session: Setting the Context
Moderator: Raffaele Lupoli, EconomiaCircolare.com

14.15 Research and Innovation for the Bioeconomy and the Food System
Rosalinda Scalia, DG RTD European Commission

14.30 The Evolution of the Biotech Act II
Representative of DG GROW European Commission (TBD)

14.45 The Bioeconomy Knowledge Centre: Understanding the Present and Supporting the Transition of the Bioeconomy’s Lead Markets – From Waste to Resource
Representative of JRC Ispra (TBD)

15.00 Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy Commitment to Supporting Businesses
Representative of Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (TBD)

15.15 Approaches and opportunities in Circular Biotechnology
Barbara Benassi, ENEA

15.30 Session: Best Practices in Circular Bioeconomy Innovation across Different Fields of Application
Moderator: Raffaele Lupoli, EconomiaCircolare.com

Representatives from the following sectors:
Agri-food
Environment and Bioremediation
Textiles
Marine and Water Resources
Cultural Heritage
Health and Well-being

16.30 Discussion and Closing Remarks by the Session Chairs