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SUMMARY:AI Circular Economy Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Unlocking the Potential of Renewable Carbon from Biomass\, CCU and Recycling.\nArtificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a technological trend; it is a transformative force that is accelerating the transition from fossil fuels to renewable carbon sources in the chemical and materials industry. This represents one of the greatest industrial challenges since the beginning of the industrial revolution\, requiring the most advanced digital solutions available. AI is emerging as the key enabler of this transformation. \nnova-Institute proudly presents its new highlight event\, bringing together the best innovators\, researchers\, and practitioners of this fundamental digital transformation of our society: The AI Circular Economy Conference\, 4-5 March\, 2026 in Cologne and online. Join us at this groundbreaking conference to explore how advanced AI tools and applications are shaping the future of circular and sustainable materials by unlocking the full potential of renewable carbon from biomass\, carbon capture utilisation (CCU)\, and recycling: \n\nHigh-tech innovators are delivering cutting-edge AI solutions for science and industry.\nChemical and plastics producers are using AI to innovate more quickly\, efficiently\, and sustainably.\nThe agricultural and biomass sectors are using AI to identify new sources of raw materials and close the loop on material flows.\nCutting-edge applications of AI\, including AI-assisted modelling of CCU processes and catalysts\, optimisation of CO₂ capture\, and the design of novel chemical pathways such as those involving electrochemistry.\nUse of AI for process control and optimisation in depolymerisation\, advanced waste stream sorting and feedstock analysis\, as well as quality assurance of recycled materials.\n\nFeaturing top experts in AI development\, chemical and plastics manufacturing\, biotechnology\, agriculture\, recycling and sustainability\, this interdisciplinary event will explore the latest developments in the field. Whether you are a data scientist working on new industrial applications\, a materials professional seeking for practical tools\, or part of the management or investment community looking to understand strategic and financial opportunities\, this conference will provide you with actionable insights\, valuable use cases and collaborative opportunities. The “AI Circular Economy Conference” will bring together all relevant stakeholders to discuss the need for AI solutions in a circular economy in the chemistry and materials sector and to match these needs with technical solutions from scientists and developers. \nFurther information at https://ai-circulareconomy.eu
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/ai-circular-economy-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Maternushaus\, Kardinalfringsstraße 1-3\, Köln\, 50668\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Advanced Recycling,AI,bio-based feedstock,Bio-based Materials,CCU,nova-Conferences
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:christopher.vomberg@nova-institut.de
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SUMMARY:FREE nova Session: Latest nova Market and Trend Reports on Advanced Recycling\, Mass Balance and Attribution (MBA)\, Bio-based Polymers and Alternative Naphtha
DESCRIPTION:nova Session: Latest nova Market and Trend Reports on Alternative Naphtha\, Advanced Recycling\, Bio-based Polymers and Bioeconomy in China \nHosts: Michael Carus\, Lars Krause\, Pia Skoczinski\, Gillian Tweddle (all nova-institute) \n8 December from 14:00 to 15:30h CET (online) – free of charge \nIn this upcoming nova Session\, a free webinar\, the latest insights from four key reports that are shaping the future of renewable carbon economy\, will be presented. The focus will be on the defossilisation of the chemical industry and fossil-free plastics. \nIn this session\, nova’s best experts will explore ground-breaking developments in advanced plastic waste recycling\, mass balance and attribution (MBA)\, bio-based building blocks and polymers and alternative naphtha. Each report examines emerging trends\, global capacity and market dynamics that are driving the transition to a defossilised\, net-zero chemical industry. \nJoin us for an engaging discussion with the authors and industry experts for a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities in these rapidly evolving sectors. \nThese four reports will be presented\, offering in-depth analyses on alternative naphtha\, bio-based building blocks and polymers\, advanced recycling\, and mass balance and attribution (MBA): \nNEW: Mapping of Global Advanced Plastic Recycling Capacities \nThe development of advanced recycling technologies is very dynamic and at a fast pace\, with new players constantly appearing on the market\, from start-ups to chemistry giants and everything in between. New plants are being built\, and new capacities are being achieved. Due to these dynamic developments\, it is difficult to keep track of everything. The nova report “Mapping of global advanced plastic recycling capacities” aims to clear up this jungle of information. A comprehensive evaluation of the global input and output capacities was carried out for which 390 planned as well as installed and operating plants including their specific product yields were mapped to provide an overview about global advanced recycling capacities in the past\, present\, and future. \nNEW: Mainstreaming Mass Balance and Attribution (MBA) \nThe acceptance and accessibility of mass balanced attributed (MBA) chemicals\, building blocks and polymers is a major issue for the chemical and plastics sectors\, as well as for brand owners. MBA products could provide more options\, better availability and reduced costs for the defossilisation compared to dedicated bio-based solutions.\nHowever\, both the MBA concept and the political regulations are crucial for scaling up\, but difficult to understand. Furthermore\, discussions about potentially misleading communication on the concept are confusing stakeholders. In addition\, no production volumes are available. \nBio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities\, Production and Trends 2024–2029 \n2024 was a respectable year for bio-based polymers\, with an overall expected CAGR of 13 % to 2029. Overall\, bio-based biodegradable polymers have large installed capacities with an expected CAGR of 17 % to 2029\, but the current average capacity utilisation is moderate at 65 %. In contrast\, bio-based non-biodegradable polymers have a much higher utilisation rate of 90 %\, but will only grow by 10 % to 2029. \nEpoxy resin and PUR production is growing moderately at 9 and 8 %\, respectively\, while PP and cyclic APC capacities are increasing by 30 %. Despite a decline in production of biodegradables\, especially for PLA in Asia\, capacities have increased by 40 %. The same applies to PHA capacities. Commercial newcomers such as casein polymers and PEF recorded a rise in production capacity and are expected to continue to grow significantly until 2029. \nAlternative Naphtha – Technologies and Market\, Status and Outlook \nThis report examines how the chemical industry can move away from fossil-based naphtha. It looks at the pathways to naphtha from different renewable carbon sources – CO₂\, biomass and recycling – and how these alternatives can be integrated into existing refinery and steam cracker operations. The presentation will cover technologies\, market dynamics\, industry players and projected capacities that are essential to enable this transition to renewable carbon\, which is a critical step towards a defossilised chemical industry. \nEach report will be presented by the lead author for approximately 15 minutes\, with key findings\, followed by a discussion. \nJoin us for an engaging discussion with the authors and industry experts for a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities in these rapidly evolving sectors. \nProgram\n\n14:00–14:05 Michael Carus\, nova-Institute: Welcome\, introduction and moderation\n14:05-14:25 Lars Krause\, nova-Institute: Mapping of Global Advanced Plastic Recycling Capacities\, presentation and discussion\n14:25-14:45 Michael Carus\, nova-Institute: Mainstreaming Mass Balance and Attribution (MBA)\n14:45–15:05 Pia Skoczinski\, nova-Institute: Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities\, Production and Trends 2024–2029\, presentation and discussion\n15:05-15:25 Gillian Tweddle\, nova-Institute: Alternative Naphtha – Technologies and Market\, Status and Outlook\, presentation and discussion\n15:25–15:30 Michael Carus\, nova-Institute: Wrap-up and final discussion\n\n  \n  \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wmDIB2vwSYKgLl14hgdIog
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/free-nova-session-latest-nova-market-and-trend-reports-on-advanced-recycling-mass-balance-and-attribution-mba-bio-based-polymers-and-alternative-naphtha/
CATEGORIES:Advanced Recycling,bio-based feedstock,Bio-based Materials,Biological Resources Certifications Schemes,Recycling,Renewable Carbon,Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:christopher.vomberg@nova-institut.de
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SUMMARY:FREE nova Session: Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities\, Production and Trends 2024–2029
DESCRIPTION:FREE nova Session: Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities\, Production and Trends 2024–2029 \nHosts: Michael Carus\, Lars Börger and Pia Skoczinski (all nova-Institute) \n7 May from 14:00 to 15:00h CET (online) – free of charge \n  \nIn this upcoming nova Session\, a free webinar\, the latest insights from our key report “Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities\, Production and Trends 2024–2029“\, will be presented. \n2024 was a respectable year for bio-based polymers\, with an overall expected CAGR of 13 % to 2029. Overall\, bio-based biodegradable polymers have large installed capacities with an expected CAGR of 17 % to 2029\, but the current average capacity utilisation is moderate at 65 %. In contrast\, bio-based non-biodegradable polymers have a much higher utilisation rate of 90 %\, but will only grow by 10 % to 2029. \nEpoxy resin and PUR production is growing moderately at 9 and 8 %\, respectively\, while PP and cyclic APC capacities are increasing by 30 %. Despite a decline in production of biodegradables\, especially for PLA in Asia\, capacities have increased by 40 %. The same applies to PHA capacities. Commercial newcomers such as casein polymers and PEF recorded a rise in production capacity and are expected to continue to grow significantly until 2029. \nRegister now for free: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_z2ZObwv3T5aeKufxJgyJtA \n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/free-nova-session-bio-based-building-blocks-and-polymers-global-capacities-production-and-trends-2024-2029/
CATEGORIES:Bio-based Building Blocks,Bio-based Building Polymers,bio-based feedstock,nova-Session,Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:christopher.vomberg@nova-institut.de
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241128T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241128T150000
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SUMMARY:FREE nova Session: Latest nova Market and Trend Reports on Alternative Naphtha\, Advanced Recycling\, Bio-based Polymers and Bioeconomy in China
DESCRIPTION:nova Session: Latest nova Market and Trend Reports on Alternative Naphtha\, Advanced Recycling\, Bio-based Polymers and Bioeconomy in China \nHosts: Michael Carus\, Lars Krause\, Pia Skoczinski\, Gillian Tweddle\, Ann Zhang (all nova-institute) \n28 November from 13:30 to 15:00h CET (online) – free of charge \nIn this upcoming nova Session\, a free webinar\, the latest insights from four key reports that are shaping the future of renewable carbon economy\, will be presented. The focus will be on the defossilisation of the chemical industry and fossil-free plastics. \nIn this session\, nova’s best experts will explore ground-breaking developments in bio-based building blocks and polymers\, alternative naphtha\, biodegradable plastics in China and advanced plastic waste recycling. Each report examines emerging trends\, global capacity and market dynamics that are driving the transition to a defossilised\, net-zero chemical industry. \nAlternative Naphtha – Technologies and Market\, Status and Outlook\nThis report examines how the chemical industry can move away from fossil-based naphtha. It looks at the pathways to naphtha from different renewable carbon sources – CO₂\, biomass and recycling – and how these alternatives can be integrated into existing refinery and steam cracker operations. The presentation will cover technologies\, market dynamics\, industry players and projected capacities that are essential to enable this transition to renewable carbon\, which is a critical step towards a defossilised chemical industry. \nMapping of Advanced Plastic Waste Recycling Technologies and their Global Capacities\nThis comprehensive report provides an in-depth look at the rapidly evolving landscape of advanced plastics recycling technologies\, where new players and partnerships continue to emerge. For the first time\, the report provides a global analysis of recycling capacity\, mapping more than 340 operational and planned facilities and profiling more than 120 technology providers – nearly doubling the number included in the previous edition: An overview of the latest technologies\, global input and output capacities\, and market insights that clarify this complex and dynamic sector\, especially for those familiar with the field and seeking the latest developments. \nBio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities\, Production and Trends 2023–2028\nThis comprehensive overview of the 17 commercially available bio-based polymers provides an in-depth look at recent developments and growth trends. In 2023\, notable capacity expansions include a nearly 50% increase in PLA and steady growth in polyamide and epoxy resin production\, as well as expanded capacity for 100% bio-based PE. While bio-based PET will decline significantly\, other materials such as PE and PP derived from bio-based naphtha will gain traction. The presentation will provide an in-depth look at these shifts and expected trends through 2028\, mapping the evolution of this dynamically and fast growing market (CAGR 17%). \nBio-based and Biodegradable Plastics Industries in China\nIs China leading the global bioeconomy? This report examines China’s rapid advances in bio-based technologies and their impact on the global chemical industry. It explores how China is promoting bio-based and biodegradable plastics\, setting the stage for a potential net-zero chemical industry by 2060. The presentation will cover the state of the industry in China\, market dynamics and areas where European and Chinese industries could find collaborative and mutually beneficial ways to develop this promising sector. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the critical shifts happening in the bio-based and sustainable chemical industries. \nEach report will be presented by the lead author for approximately 15 minutes\, with key findings\, followed by a discussion. \nJoin us for an engaging discussion with the authors and industry experts for a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities in these rapidly evolving sectors. \nProgram\n13:30–13:35 Welcome\, introduction and moderation\n(Michael Carus\, nova-Institute) \n13:35–13:55 Alternative Naphtha – Technologies and Market\, Status and Outlook\n(Gillian Tweddle\, nova-Institute) \n13:55–14:15 Mapping of Advanced Plastic Waste Recycling Technologies and their Global Capacities\, presentation and discussion\n(Lars Krause\, nova-Institute) \n14:15–14:35 Bio-based Building Blocks and Polymers – Global Capacities\, Production and Trends 2023–2028\, presentation and discussion\n(Pia Skoczinski\, nova-Institute) \n14:35–14:55 Bio-based and Biodegradable Plastics Industries in China\, presentation and discussion\n(Ann Zhang\, nova-Institute) \n14:55–15:00 Wrap-up and final discussion\n(Michael Carus\, all nova-institute) \n  \n  \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BXeSp_arRJaT12_7e3lqbQ   
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/free-nova-session-presentation-and-discussion-on-the-latest-nova-market-and-trend-reports/
CATEGORIES:Advanced Recycling,bio-based feedstock,Bio-based Materials,Biological Resources Certifications Schemes,Recycling,Renewable Carbon,Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:christopher.vomberg@nova-institut.de
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SUMMARY:BioReCer: Italian Stakeholder Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid event\, 2nd October 2024\, 9:30 to 14:00 CET \nFollowing the first two successful stakeholder events in Greece and Sweden\, the Horizon Europe project BioReCer organises the next meeting in Milan\, Italy on 2nd October 2024. \nThe BioReCer project aims at improving and fostering the certification of bio-based feedstock and value-chains. Since the development of guidelines for labelling and certification schemes and recommendations to policy makers is something that concerns many parties\, stakeholder feedback is indispensable for the success of the project. Therefore\, BioReCer invites experts and insiders of the bioeconomy\, the bio-based industries\, policy makers\, consumer associations\, waste(water) treatment facilities\, etc. to participate in the next stakeholder meeting. While the first two meetings with the project’s dedicated BioResources Stakeholders Platform (BRSP) focused on bio-based value-chains from agriculture and forestry\, the fourth meeting will add the topic of value of organic matter as feedstock from municipal waste and wastewater streams.\nJoin this upcoming event and bring in your opinions\, views and insights on waste feedstock from forestry\, agriculture\, fishery and municipality to strengthen the EU bioeconomy. Support the project to improve current certification and labelling schemes for resources from biological waste and residues. Help to address relevant policy makers with recommendations for the use and valorisation of biological feedstock based on the experience of industry stakeholders. \n𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮? \n\nGet informed on the project’s latest developments.\nLearn more about how to tackle challenges regarding certification and valorisation of biological waste feedstock.\nUnderstand why biological waste is valuable and not a burden and how it can add to a sustainable industrial development.\nMake your voice heard and actively contribute your insights and experience to cutting-edge EU research.\nExtend your own network while discussing with BRSP members from industry\, research and policy.\nBe among the first to test an innovative digital tool that enables stakeholders an elaborate management of bio-resources.\nContribute to a project that fosters a sustainable EU\, prioritising environment\, society and economy.\n\nAgenda: \nModeration and hosting: Dr. Anke Schwarzenberger (nova-Institute)\n\n09:30 – 09:45 Arrival and welcome coffee\n09:45 – 10:00 Cristina di Maria (UNI) – Introduction of the stakeholders\n10:00 – 10:45 Alireza Mousavi (Imperial College Longon) and Annarita Colasante (UNITELMA) – Indicators and assessment framework for bio-based feedstock and waste + Product circularity data sheet\n\n10:45 – 11:00 Coffee break\n11:00 – 12:00 Romain Magnani and Franck Le Gall (EGM) – Introduction BioReCer Information Communication Technology Tool\n12:00 – 12:45 Cristina Di Maria and Claudio Perissinotti (UNI) – Introduction standardization activities current and future and Toolkit\n\n12:45 – 14:00 Lunch and networking session with stakeholders\n14:00 – 15:00 Cristina Di Maria and Claudio Perissinotti (UNI) – Stakeholder training on standardization and Comité Européen de Normalisation (CEN) workshop agreement\n\n\n\nRegister here! \nLearn more about the Italian Stakeholders Meeting (the agenda will follow soon): https://biorecer.eu\nGet informed on the BRSP and register as a member: https://biorecer.eu/brsp \nBioReCer (Biological Resources Certifications Schemes) aims at assessing and complementing current certification schemes for biological resources according to the new EU sustainability goals to enhance bio-based circular systems. This will be achieved by including new criteria that align with EU taxonomy and EU corporate due diligence regulations into guidelines for certifying biological resources’ sustainability\, origin\, tracking and traceability\, and by ensuring applicability at EU and global scale. By promoting the sustainability and trade of biological resources\, BioReCer will increase the added value\, use and social acceptance of bio-based products. \nRead more about BioReCer and register for the project newsletter: https://biorecer.eu \nFunded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Research Executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them. \n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/biorecer-italian-stakeholder-meeting/
LOCATION:UNI premises\, Via Sannio 2\, Milan\, 20137\, Italy
CATEGORIES:bio-based feedstock,Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioReCer-Project":MAILTO:Anke Sanke.schwarzenberger@nova-institut.de
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