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SUMMARY:WaterProof Webinar: From Emissions to Innovation: CO₂-Derived Chemicals
DESCRIPTION:20 May 2025\, 13:00-14:30 CET\, online \nCarbon dioxide (CO₂) is known as the main driver of climate change. Yet\, CO₂ is increasingly recognised as a promising renewable feedstock for the production of valuable chemicals and fuels. By capturing CO₂ emissions from industrial point sources or directly from the air (direct air capture\, DAC) and converting them into essential building blocks\, it is possible to reduce reliance on fossil resources from below ground\, lower greenhouse gas emissions\, and help drive the transition to a circular\, climate-neutral economy.\nRecent advances and innovations in Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies are making it feasible to transform CO₂ into a wide range of products\, ranging from base chemicals to advanced fuels. These innovations are not only closing the carbon loop of the chemical industry (defossilisation) but also enabling the integration of renewable energy and transport fuels (decarbonisation) into chemical processes\, further reducing the environmental footprint of these vital industries.\n\n\nExpanding the portfolio: What can be Made from CO₂?\nThe spectrum of CO₂-derived chemicals and fuels is rapidly expanding thanks to breakthroughs in electrochemical\, catalytic\, and biotechnological processes. Some of the most promising examples include: \nChemicals such as Methanol\, Formic acid\, Ethanol\, Acetic acid\, Urea\, Polycarbonates and cyclic carbonates\, Organic acids (e.g.\, carboxylic acids\, salicylic acid\, malonic acid)\, Esters and lactones\, Aromatics and olefins\, Glycerol carbonate. \nFuels such as Synthetic gasoline\, diesel\, and kerosene\, Methane\, and E-fuels.\nThese examples illustrate the broad potential of CO₂ as a renewable carbon source for the chemical and materials industry and the energy sector\, supporting the shift towards sustainability and circularity. \nThese examples illustrate the broad potential of CO₂ as a renewable carbon source for the chemical and materials industry and the energy sector\, supporting the shift towards sustainability and circularity. \n\nJoin the Conversation: “From Emissions to Innovation” Webinar \nTo explore these exciting developments\, the EU-funded research project WaterProof is hosting a webinar titled “From Emissions to Innovation: CO₂-Derived Chemicals” on May 20th\, 2025\, from 13:00 to 14:30 CET. \nThe event will bring together leading experts including \n\nPia Skoczinski (nova-Institute) – Renewable Chemicals from CO₂ – An Overview\nFrancesca di Bartolomeo (SINTEF\, coordinator PyroCO2 Project) – Pioneering Sustainable CO₂ Conversion to C3 Chemicals and High-Value Lipids for Feed and Food Applications\nAlbert Guisasola (Univesity Barcelona\, Vivaldi Project) – Innovative bio-based chains for CO2 valorisation as added-value organic acids\nEric Schuler (Avantium\, WaterProof Project). \n\nAttendees will gain insights into the latest CCU technologies\, market trends\, and applications that are driving the shift towards a circular carbon economy.\nDiscover how CO₂ is being utilised as a valuable resource and learn about the innovations shaping the future of sustainable chemicals. Register now to be part of this dynamic conversation and help unlock the full potential of CO₂-derived chemicals.\nRegister here!\n\n\nThe EU-funded WaterProof Project (urban WAste and water Treatment Emission Reduction by utilizing CO₂ for the PROduction Of Formate derived chemicals) aims to lead CO2 utilisation by prime example. WaterProof is developing an electrochemical process that converts CO₂ emissions from waste incineration and wastewater treatment plants into formic acid through electrochemistry. This approach not only reduces emissions but also supports the circular use of resources in urban environments. The project’s work demonstrates how CO₂ can be transformed into a valuable feedstock for a range of sustainable applications\, with pilot-scale implementation already underway.\nFor more information on the WaterProof project\, visit https://waterproof-project.eu.\nWaterProof is Funded 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 Health and Digital Executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.\n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/waterproof-webinar-from-emissions-to-innovation-co%e2%82%82-derived-chemicals/
CATEGORIES:Certification,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250710T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250710T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060707
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SUMMARY:3-CO-Webinar "Creating Impact: Social Innovation in the EU-BioEconomy  – What policymakers can do"
DESCRIPTION:10 July 2025\, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM CET\, online\n \nThis upcoming webinar by the EU funded 3-CO project will showcase good practice examples of social innovation from all across Europe and beyond to inspire sustainable change and present policy recommendations on how to support and scale such initiatives. .\nSocial innovation is increasingly recognised as a vital force for addressing most pressing societal challenges of modern societies\, ranging from climate change and resource scarcity to social exclusion and health issues. At their core\, social innovations introduce new ideas to solve problems\, be it products\, services\, or models. These can meet social needs more effectively than existing solutions. These innovations are social in their ends or means\, and they thrive through collaboration\, whether in social enterprises\, corporate projects\, non-profits\, public sector programs\, or grassroots community initiatives. \nSocial Innovation for Sustainable Change\nThe European Research Project 3-CO (Concise Consumer Communication through Robust Labels for Biobased Systems) is committed to supporting consumers and stakeholders in making more sustainable and environmentally responsible choices. Beyond its efforts to improve consumer communication and labelling\, 3-CO actively aims to implement and promote social innovation practices that empower citizens\, businesses\, and actors in the public sector to adopt responsible behaviours. \nOn July 10th 2025\, from 13:00 to 14:30 CEST\, 3-CO will host a dedicated webinar on social innovation. This event will present a new brochure of 17 social innovation case studies that brings together a wide variety of good practice examples from across Europe and beyond. The brochure is designed to inform\, inspire\, and guide policymakers\, civil society organisations\, private businesses\, and citizens\, demonstrating that everyone has a role to play in adopting and supporting social innovations. The project further developed and recently published a policy paper that aims to foster social innovation. The included recommendations for policy makers will be presented in the webinar.\nTwo social innovations holders will discuss challenges of setting and scaling up their initiatives and evaluate the generated societal and environmental change. \n17 Case studies\nThe brochure features 17 real-world examples such as a “library of things” that encourages borrowing instead of buying\, reduces waste and strengthens community bonds. Other cases include a clothing swap platform\, community gardens\, digital food sharing solutions\, or a recycling support app. Each case illustrates how innovative approaches can simultaneously meet social needs\, foster new relationships\, and promote sustainable consumption patterns.\nThe brochure\, and the upcoming webinar\, aim to show how social innovations can be replicated and adapted in other countries and contexts\, offering policy recommendations and governance models to help establish these solutions.\nParticipants of the webinar will gain insight into how social innovation can be a catalyst for sustainability\, discover inspiring examples\, and learn about policy measures that can support similar initiatives in their own communities or organisations. This is an opportunity to engage with leading thinkers and practitioners\, and become part of a movement that is shaping a more responsible and sustainable future for the whole society. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P8qUxMnkQRm9mn9ZdcPuFg \n\nFurther information: \n3-CO (https://3co-project.eu)
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/3-co-webinar-changing-society-social-innovation-in-the-eu-bioeconomy-what-policymakers-can-do/
CATEGORIES:Bio-based Materials,Certification,Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="3-CO":MAILTO:anke.schwarzenberg@nova-institut.de
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250911T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250911T160000
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SUMMARY:BioReCer - Final Multi-Stakeholder annual online meeting
DESCRIPTION:11 September\, 2025\, from 2:00 PM to 4:0 PM CEST\, online\n \nJoin us for the final BioReCer Annual Stakeholders Meeting to explore the key outcomes of the project and discover how digital tools can support transparent and trusted certification schemes in the bio-based sector. The session will include a presentation of project highlights\, a live demonstration of the BIT Tool\, and an interactive roundtable with diverse stakeholders to validate the tool and gather feedback. As the BioReCer project nears completion\, this final forum offers an opportunity to reflect on its main achievements and test the digital BIT Tool in action. Stakeholders from across the value chain—including consumers\, certifiers\, and industry — will join a roundtable to assess its usability\, effectiveness\, and future applications\, with the audience invited to contribute via live feedback. \nModeration: Dusica Banduka\, nova-institute\n14:00 – 14:30 BioReCer Progress Update Presenter: Lucia Gonzalez\, CETAQUA\n14:30 -14:50 BioReCer ICT tool (BIT) Presenter: Romain Magnani EGM\, (last presentation)\n14:50 – 15:30 Roundtable discussion \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lP06EuYaQ0arvrof5ZnEAw \n\nFurther information: \nBioReCer (https://biorecer.eu)\nBioReCer will develop the BioReCer ICT tool (BIT)\, an automated assessment tool that collects and transmits real-time data on the environmental performance of bio-based value chains promoting environmentally conscious decisions and sustainable practices in the bioeconomy.
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/biorecer-final-multi-stakeholder-annual-online-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Bio-based Materials,Certification,Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioReCer-Project":MAILTO:Anke Sanke.schwarzenberger@nova-institut.de
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251021T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251021T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T060707
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SUMMARY:The 3-CO Final Event: Empowering Bio-Based Choices Through Smart Certification
DESCRIPTION:21 October 2025\, from 9:00 to 13:30 CET\, online\n \nMany of the products consumers purchase display eco-labels and are wrapped in promises of sustainability\, bio-based content\, or fair and ethical production conditions. The messages and criteria behind these labels and certification schemes often remain unclear. To simplify and decode these messages\, the EU-funded research project 3-CO (Concise Consumer Communication through Robust Labels for Biobased Systems) focuses on improving how certification schemes and eco-labels communicate with consumers. By developing smart label design guidelines\, digital support tools\, and implementing social innovation strategies\, the project addressed the challenges of transparency\, trust\, and consumer engagement\, especially with regard to bio-based products. At its final online-event\, 3-CO will showcase the project’s significant advances in consumer communication through investigating and implementing consumer perspectives and attitudes.\nTaking place virtually on 21 October 2025 from 9:00 to 13:00 CEST\, the event brings together international experts in certification\, industry professionals\, policy makers\, researchers\, (social) innovators\, and stakeholders committed to driving a green transition of the EU’s bioeconomy and society at large. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sGB9lEzvTRq-E6Q3-K1_vw#/registration \nCertification and sustainability\nIn four sessions\, the final 3-CO event will showcase panel discussions\, expert presentations\, case studies and best practise examples. \n\nSession 1 (9:00 – 10:00): Certification and Labelling\nThis session kicks off the programme by highlighting how smart certification and clear labelling can enhance consumer trust in bio-based products. Expert presentations by Margaux Le Gallou (ECOS) and Loha Hashimi (ENIDE) will evaluate the role of label and certification schemes in consumer choices\, put EU-eco-labels through a reality check\, and introduce how the developed 3-CO-app helps consumers decode label-information and identify sustainable products. \nSpeaker: \n\nMartin Junginger (Utrecht University)\nMargaux Le Gallou (ECOS)\nPhilippe DeWolfs (TÜV Austria)\nLoha Hashimi (ENIDE)\n\n\nSession 2 (10:00-11:00): Social Innovation \nThis session delves into the transformative potential of social innovation and includes recommendations for implementation of social innovations in EU-policy and brand strategies\, presented by Zoritza Kiresiewa (Ecologic Institute). Noemi de Santis and Andrea Mangone from the Junker-App will introduce a successful example of social innovation with their user-friendly app that supports consumers in correctly recycling their packaging waste. \nSpeaker: \n\nJohn Vos (BTG)\nZoritza Kiresiewa (Ecologic Institut)\nFlorian Birk (SIGU Plattform)\nNoemi De Santis (Junger App)\n\n\nSession 3 (11:30-12:30): Policy \nPutting the crucial role of policy frameworks at centre\, this session explores the impact of policy and market instruments in establishing effective certification and scaling certified bio-based solutions. Kaj Seger (nova-Institute) will present the label design guidelines developed in the 3-CO project. Policy representatives will provide insights into how certification can be integrated with public procurement and regulatory strategies to foster sustainable consumption. \nSpeaker: \n\nLuciano Proto Cassina (nova-Institute)\nMargaux Le Gallou (ECOS)\nKaj Seeger (nova-Institute)\nJiannis Kougoulis (European Commission)\n\n\nSession 4 (12:30 – 13:30): Consumer Perspective \nThis session presents the latest research on how consumers perceive and respond to bio-based products and what concerns they voice towards certification and labelling. Agnieszka Wiśniewska (University of Warsaw) will share key behavioural insights\, while representatives from consumer associations will discuss communication strategies that enhance transparency\, build trust\, and ultimately promote sustainable purchasing choices. \nSpeaker: \n\nMaira Devisscher (ISEAL)\nAgnieszka Wiśniewska (University of Warsaw)\nMariano Votta (Active Citizenship Network)\nPerspectives of certified brands (tbc.)\n\nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sGB9lEzvTRq-E6Q3-K1_vw#/registration \n\nFurther information: \n3-CO (https://3co-project.eu)
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/the-3-co-final-event-empowering-bio-based-choices-through-smart-certification/
CATEGORIES:Bio-based Materials,Certification,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251029T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251029T150000
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SUMMARY:BioReCer Final Event: Trust\, Traceability\, and Certification – Valorising Biological Feedstocks
DESCRIPTION:29 October\, 2025\, from 9:00 – 15:00 CEST\, only on site in Santiago de Compostela\n \nCiudad de la Cultura\, Santiago de Compostela\, Spain \nOn 29 October 2025\, the BioReCer project invites stakeholder from the bio-based industries\, research\, certification and standardisation\, and (consumer) organisations to its final event at the Ciudad de la Cultura in Santiago de Compostela\, Spain. Scheduled from 9:00 to 14:45 CET\, this occasion marks the conclusion of the EU‑funded project\, which over three years has worked intensely to improve the trust\, traceability\, and certification of biological feedstocks.\nThe BioReCer (Biological Resources Certifications Schemes) project has developed a framework for assessing the sustainability and circularity of biological resources\, identified indicators of circularity\, as well as guidelines for integrating these into established certification schemes. In addition\, a Standardisation Toolkit was developed\, which is a comprehensive online database designed to support professionals in the bio-based industry\, as well as recommendations for the valorisation and use of biological feedstock propose integration of BioReCer findings into policy. \nRegister here: https://novainstitute.aidaform.com/BioReCerFinalEvent \nOne key-outcome is the BioReCer ICT Tool (BIT). This digital app provides tracking and traceability information of bio-based solutions and feedstocks along the entire bio‑based value chain. By providing product information and assessing circularity indicators the BIT aims to improve decision-making through real-time data and actionable insights\, but also to enhance sustainability through assessment and improved environmental performance. The tool further offers a self‑assessment function that enables companies to evaluate their own enterprise with regard to sustainability and circularity criteria\, enabling evaluation on whether a company is fit for certification and what levers exist to achieve a higher certification. \nThe BioReCer project has validated its approach in four case studies on biological waste and residues\, including agriculture (Greece)\, fishery (Spain)\, municipal organic waste and wastewater (Italy) and forestry (Sweden)\, assessing material flows\, and replicability and transferability across these sectors.\nIn various presentations BioReCer partners will showcase key results\, explain the sustainability and circularity framework (University of Santiago de Compostela)\, discuss circularity indicators (Imperial College London)\, and explain how this framework can be integrated into certification schemes (Meo Carbon Solutions). A live demonstration of the BioReCer ICT Tool (EGM) will showcase its functions supporting product traceability\, self‑assessment\, and certification data management.\nA second block of the event will feature two moderated round tables. The first expert round will focus on sustainability and circularity assessments in the bio‑based industry\, drawing on lessons from BioReCer’s case studies and contributions from related projects. The second roundtable will address the future valorisation of biological feedstocks with insights from several other EU-projects.\nAn exposition corner will provide space to discover BioReCer and its related EU-projects\, explore project results\, and materials\, and to speak directly with the members of the different projects. \nThis final event is open to stakeholders from industry\, research\, certification\, policy makers and (consumer) organisations who want to gain first‑hand understanding of BioReCer’s tools and methods\, and their relevance for creating transparent\, impactful certification for biological feedstocks. Find the Preliminary agenda here. \nRegister here: https://novainstitute.aidaform.com/BioReCerFinalEvent \n\nFurther information: \nBioReCer (https://biorecer.eu)\nBioReCer will develop the BioReCer ICT tool (BIT)\, an automated assessment tool that collects and transmits real-time data on the environmental performance of bio-based value chains promoting environmentally conscious decisions and sustainable practices in the bioeconomy.
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/biorecer-final-event-trust-traceability-and-certification-valorising-biological-feedstocks/
CATEGORIES:Bio-based Materials,Certification,Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioReCer-Project":MAILTO:Anke Sanke.schwarzenberger@nova-institut.de
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SUMMARY:Free RCI-nova-Webinar: Increased Methane Emissions in Crude Oil and Natural Gas Supply
DESCRIPTION:13 November\, 2025\, from 14:00 – 15:00 CEST\, online only \nUpcoming RCI-webinar about underestimated methane emissions and their impact on carbon footprints of fossil and renewable feedstocks \nThe Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI\, https://renewable-carbon-initiative.com) invites industry and policy stakeholders to a free public webinar on their latest report ‘Increased Methane Emissions in Crude Oil & Natural Gas Supply’ \nThe webinar\, hosted by nova-Institute\, will give an overview about the main findings of the RCI-report\, highlighting that recent updates in life cycle inventory (LCI) databases have now incorporated a previously undiscovered\, significant underestimation of methane emissions in crude oil and natural gas supply chains due to venting\, flaring and leaks. It will demonstrate that these methane losses have a direct impact on the calculated carbon footprints of fossil feedstocks and the many materials derived from them. \nThe webinar will demonstrate that bio-based polymers such as bio-PE\, renewable PP\, or bio-MEG\, now show an even stronger climate advantage compared to their fossil counterparts\, reinforcing the role of renewable carbon in supporting defossilisation and climate goals. \nFinally\, it will briefly touch on a few conclusions and recommendations for the future\, including implications for emerging technologies\, maintained regular database updates\, expanded emissions tracking\, and harmonisation. \nThe public RCI webinar will take place on 13 November 2025\, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. CET\nSpeaker: Dr. Ángel Puente from nova-Institute\, main author of the report\nRegistration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a5SbBdA1TmaC4Lv8VfjKNw#/ \n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/upcoming-rci-webinar-about-underestimated-methane-emissions-and-their-impact-on-carbon-footprints-of-fossil-and-renewable-feedstocks/
CATEGORIES:Certification,RCI,Sustainability
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