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SUMMARY:CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:The CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference is one of internationally established and has developed into a unique meeting and networking place for the entire Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) and Power-to-X industry and its customers. The upcoming 12th edition of this conference again will continue with this success and will showcase again the newest and most important developments in the fast growing field of CO2 capture and utilisation. \nWith a current capacity of over 1.3 million tonnes for CO2-based products and steadily growing demand\, smart Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies are helping to establish CO2 as a renewable carbon feedstock. Innovative technologies and materials are crucial to meet the increasing demand for fossil-free carbon\, e.g. derived from CO2 or biomass\, especially in the chemical and fuel sector. \nFurther information: https://co2-chemistry.eu \n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/co2-based-fuels-and-chemicals-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Maternushaus\, Kardinalfringsstraße 1-3\, Köln\, 50668\, Germany
CATEGORIES:CCU,nova-Conferences
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240315
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T182400Z
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SUMMARY:Cellulose Fibres Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:The unique conference focused on cellulose fibres – in textiles\, hygiene products and packaging. The Cellulose Fibres Conference 2024 will cover the entire value chain\, from lignocellulose\, chemical pulp\, cellulose fibres such as rayon\, viscose\, modal or lyocell and new developments to a wide range of applications. \nRecently the European Commission has made the thorough transition towards sustainability and circularity for different industries and especially the textile sector a main focus. This demands a new way of thinking with regard to sustainability and circularity within the textile economy. This process already starts with the material selection of the fibres used for the textiles. Generally\, textiles consist of fibres\, which can be made from renewable and non-renewable resources. A first step towards improving the sustainability of textiles is the change from non-renewable to renewable fibres. In consequence\, the textile industry shows a steadily increasing\, enormous demand on renewable and sustainable fibres. \nFurther information: https://cellulose-fibres.eu \n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/cellulose-fibres-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Maternushaus\, Kardinalfringsstraße 1-3\, Köln\, 50668\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Bio-based Materials,Cellulose Fibres,nova-Conferences
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240207T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
CREATED:20231211T144309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T160800Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Claims under New EU Legislation
DESCRIPTION:Are you also wondering what the future of green claims\, labels and certifications will mean for your business? In recent months\, the EU has aimed at creating new framework conditions for the marketing of environmental claims on products and services. This is especially seen with the recently published Proposal for a Green Claims Directive. \nMarketing terms such as “climate neutral”\, “recyclable” or self-created environmental labels are increasingly common on consumer goods\, but so far only a few comes with a scientific proof. The EU wants to change this practice and wants to ensure better consumer protection and fair market transparency with its proposal for the Green Claims Directive. \nThis means that companies will have to adapt on how to substantiate their sustainability claims. To help you understand these policies and their implications\, nova-Institute will host a webinar on “Sustainability Claims and Labels under new EU Legislation”. During this nova-Session you will have the chance to hear experts discuss the recent policy initiatives\, their impacts\, advantages and disadvantages for European businesses. \nIn addition\, we will discuss what is to be expected from upcoming legislation on products environmental claims and substantiation. There will be different inputs by experts and ample time for discussion. \n  \nHosts\n\nLara Dammer (Head of the Economy and Policy Department\, nova-Institute)\nÁngel Puente (Senior Expert LCA & Sustainable Chemistry\, nova-Institute)\nLuciano Proto Cassina (Specialist in Bioeconomy and Circular Economy Policy\, nova-Institute)\n\n  \nTopics\n\nLife-cycle assessment in the context of sustainability claims\nProposal for a Green Claims Directive\nLabels and certifications\n\n  \nProgram (all CET)\n\n13:00 – 13:15 Welcome and Introduction (Lara Dammer\, nova-Institute)\n13:15 – 13:45 EU Framework on Green Claims and Consumer Empowerment (Luciano Proto Cassina\, nova-Institute)\n13:45 – 14:15 Scientific Approaches of LCA and Green Claims (Ángel Puente\, nova-Institute)\n14:15 – 14:45 EU Labels and Certifications under the new Green Claims Directive (Lara Dammer\, nova-Institute)\n14:45 – 15:00 Outlook and Wrap Up (Lara Dammer\, nova-Institute) \n  \nDo not miss this great opportunity to engage directly with experts from the industry\, policy and academia. Join us for an informative and engaging nova Session on “Sustainability Claims and Labels under new EU Legislation”.\nRegister now to secure your spot! \n  \n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/green-claims-directive/
CATEGORIES:Sustainability Claims under New EU Legislation
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
LOCATION:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/green-claims-directive/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231213T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
CREATED:20230926T075607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T112118Z
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SUMMARY:LCA\, Business\, Policy – The Sustainability Nexus
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Dr. Matthias Stratmann\, Lara Dammer (nova-Institute) \nSustainability is turning into a major factor for businesses\, driven by at least three different aspects: Customers demand relevant information from the market\, responsible entrepreneurs strive to reduce the negative impact of their actions\, and various political directives oblige companies to report on several non-financial aspects of their business and products. \nThe good news is that many requirements have a common denominator. A good data base\, knowledge of scientific methods\, the use of synergies with other areas of the company and\, finally\, knowledge of the relevant regulations enable companies to approach the sustainability topic in a positive and value-creating way. \nThis nova Session will give you the opportunity to learn about the basics of standardized Life Cycle Assessment methods and recent developments in sustainability initiatives. nova experts and guest speakers from the Commission and the JRC will explain the increasing requirements for sustainability reporting placed on your company by policy and how you can prepare for it. There will be ample space to discuss and answer your questions. \n\nTopics\n\nLCA basics – methods and standards\nISO 14067\, ISO 14044\nNew developments in sustainability assessment – examples PEF and “Together for Sustainability”\nProduct vs. Corporate Carbon Footprint – what do you need?\nEvolution of LCA in policy\nEU Taxonomy\nGreen Claims Directive\nEcodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation\nCorporate Sustainability Reporting Directive\nCorporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive\n\n\nPreliminary Program\n13 December 2023\, 10:00 – 16:00 h (CET: Central European Time)\, online \n\n\n\n10:00\nWelcome and Introduction\nL. Dammer/M. Stratmann\, nova-Institute / all\n\n\n10:15\nIntroduction to LCA – scientific background and current developments TfS und PEF\nMatthias Stratmann\, nova-Institute\n\n\n11:00\nCorporate vs. Product Carbon Footprint\nMatthias Stratmann\, nova-Institute\n\n\n11:15\nQ&A\n\n\n\n11:30\nBest practice\, Renewable carbon stories\n \n\n\n12:30\nQ&A\n \n\n\n12:45\nLunch Break\n\n\n\n13:20\nLCA in recent and future policies – Taxonomy\, Green Claims\, ESPR\, CSRD\, CSDDD \nLara Dammer\, nova-Institute\n\n\n14:00\nQ&A\n\n\n\n14:30\nThe Green Claims Directive Proposal\nMałgorzata Gołębiewska\, EU Commission\, DG Envi\n\n\n15:30\nFinal Q&A & wrap-up\n\nLara Dammer\, nova-Institute\n\n\n16:00\nEnd of the workshop\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/lca-business-policy/
CATEGORIES:LCA,Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
LOCATION:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/lca-business-policy/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231205T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T083641Z
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SUMMARY:News from CCU – From Carbon Capture and Green Hydrogen production to CO2 Utilisation for Chemicals\, Advanced Fuels\, Polymers\, Proteins and Minerals and its related Political Framework
DESCRIPTION:Hosts: Michael Carus\, Achim Raschka\, Pauline Ruiz\, Nicolas Hark and Pia Skoczinski (nova-Institute)\nGuests: Laura Martí Montaner (AIMPLAS)\, Célia Sapart (CO2 Value Europe)\, Volker Sick (Global CO2 Initiative) \nCarbon Capture & Utilisation is one essential pillar for the supply of renewable carbon besides biomass and recycling and therefore one of the key technologies for the transition to sustainable chemical and fuel production and to substitute fossil feedstock sources\, to fight climate change and to shift towards climate-friendly production and consumption. For providing the full benefits of CCU technologies the use of renewable energy and hydrogen is indispensable and a crucial for the production of CO2-based transportation and aviation fuels\, bulk and fine chemicals. \nThe session will focus on developments in carbon capture\, green hydrogen production\, technologies and trends for CO2-based chemicals\, building blocks and polymers\, fuels\, proteins and minerals as well as the latest policy developments for CCU. \nThe use of CO2 as chemical feedstock for chemicals and polymers has been intensively diversified. Several successfully implemented technologies used at commercial level are in place and many more at the laboratory and pilot phase. Besides the long-established use of CO2 for the synthesis of polycarbonates\, also polyurethanes are based on it. The most notable biotechnological conversion pathway of a syngas produces ethanol at commercial scale. Additionally\, high interest is also observed in CO2-based methanol and in CO2-based hydrocarbons\, which can be used for fuel\, chemical and polymers applications. A current total production capacity of these CO2-based products of ca. 1.3 Mt/a in 2022 is observed and a strong increase in capacity is expected by 2027. \nThe utilisation of CO2 as a feedstock for materials and chemicals has not gained significant traction in policy yet. However\, there are some recent developments that look promising for CCU technologies\, especially in energetic applications. What specific support is already there and what can be expected in future EU policy for CCU applications will be explored in this session. \n  \nTopics\n\nCarbon Capture – Methods and Technologies\nGreen Hydrogen Production\nTechnology and Trends Overview of CO2-based Chemicals and Polymers\, Fuels\, Proteins and Minerals\nPolicy Landscape of Carbon Capture & Utilisation\n\n  \nProgram \n(all CET: Central European Time)\n \n\n\n\n10:00\nMichael Carus (nova-Institute): Session Opening\n\n\n\nTour de Table and nova introduction\n\n\n10:30\nMichael Carus (nova-Institute): Making a Case for CCU\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Renewable Carbon Concept\nIntroduction to CCU\nMaking a Case for Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) – It Is Much More Than Just a Carbon Removal Technology\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipant contributions & discussion\n\n\n11:15\nNicolas Hark (nova-Institute): Policy Landscape of Carbon Capture & Utilisation\n\n\n\n\n\nStatus and outlook on how CCU is recognised in EU legislation – both for materials/chemicals and in energy uses\nHow does EU legislation on CCU compare to the United States?\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipant contributions & discussion\n\n\n12:00\nLunch break\n\n\n12:30\nPia Skoczinski\, Pauline Ruiz and Achim Raschka (nova-Institute): Overview on Carbon Capture & Hydrogen Production\, Technology & Trends Overview of CO2-based Chemicals and Polymers\, Fuels\, Proteins and Minerals\n\n\n\n\n\nMethods\, technologies and key players for carbon capture\nMethods\, technologies and key players for green hydrogen production\nStatus and outlooks for:\nChemical and electrochemical CO2-conversion: technologies\, trends and key players\nBiotechnological CO2-conversion: technologies\, trends and key players\nCO2-to-Proteins: technologies\, trends and key players\nCO2-to-Minerals: technologies\, trends and key players\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipant contributions & discussion\n\n\n13:15\nLaura Martí Montaner (AIMPLAS): Making Value out of CO2 to Create a Circular Economy for the Plastic Sector\n\n\n\nParticipant contributions & discussion\n\n\n\n14:15\nVolker Sick (Global CO2 Initiative): Identifying Opportunities and Risks in Carbon Management\n\n\n\n\nParticipant contributions & discussion\n\n\n\n15:00\nCélia Sapart (CO2 Value Europe): How will CCU Contribute to Reach Climate Neutrality in the EU?\n\n\n\n\nParticipant contributions & discussion\n\n\n\n15:45\nOutlook & Wrap-up\n\n\n\nGet the newest market and policy developments for CCU. Join the nova Session and discuss with the experts. \nThe nova-Institute invites to the nova Session on 5 December 2023 that will take place as an online event.
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/news-from-ccu/
CATEGORIES:CCU
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
LOCATION:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/news-from-ccu/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231130
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
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SUMMARY:ADVANCED RECYCLING CONFERENCE (ARC)
DESCRIPTION:All you want to know about advanced recycling technologies and renewable chemicals\, building-blocks\, monomers\, and polymers based on recycling: Hear about it at the Advanced Recycling Conference (ARC). \nThe unique concept of presenting all advanced recycling solutions and related topics at one event will guarantee a comprehensive and exciting conference experience\, including technologies such as extrusion\, dissolution\, solvolysis\, enzymolysis\, pyrolysis\, thermal depolymerisation\, gasification\, and incineration with Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU). \nFurther information: https://advanced-recycling.eu
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/advanced-recycling-conference-arc/
LOCATION:Maternushaus\, Kardinalfringsstraße 1-3\, Köln\, 50668\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Advanced Recycling,nova-Conferences
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231113T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
CREATED:20230908T153554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T130625Z
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SUMMARY:BioReCer – Annual Stakeholder Meeting (Free of Charge)
DESCRIPTION:The BioReCer (Biological Resources Certifications Schemes) project aims to assess and complement current certification schemes for biological resources according to the new EU sustainability goals to enhance bio-based circular systems. \nThis 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 (T&T)\, and by ensuring applicability at EU and global scale. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/biorecer-annual-stakeholder-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Biological Resources Certifications Schemes
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
LOCATION:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/biorecer-annual-stakeholder-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231030T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
CREATED:20230908T160715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T112610Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Claims under New EU Legislation – From Sustainable Finance to Green Claims
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Lara Dammer\, Matthias Stratmann and Luciano Proto Cassina (nova-Institute) \nAre you also wondering what the future of sustainability reporting in the EU will look like or what the EU Sustainability Reporting Framework will mean for your business? In the recent months\, the EU has introduced a series of key policies that aim at shifting investments towards more sustainable economic activities\, including new rules on sustainability claims and sustainability reporting. Companies will have to adapt their way of operating and reporting. To help you understand these policies and their implications\, nova-Institute will host a webinar on “Sustainability Claims under the New EU Legislation – From Sustainable Finance to Green Claims”. \nDuring this nova Session you will have the chance to hear experts discuss a variety of recent policy initiatives\, their impacts\, advantages and disadvantages for European businesses. In addition\, we will discuss what is to be expected from upcoming legislation on sustainability reporting obligations and products environmental claims. There will be different inputs by experts and ample time for discussion. \nRegister now! \nTopics \n\nLife-cycle assessment in the context of sustainability claims\nGreen Claims Directive\nEU Sustainable Finance Framework\nEU Taxonomy\nCorporate Sustainability Reporting Directive\n\nDo not miss this opportunity to engage directly with experts from the industry\, academia and policy. Join us for an informative and engaging nova Session on “Sustainability Claims under New EU Legislation – From Sustainable Finance to Green Claims”. \n  \nProgram \n\n\n\n13:00 – 13:15\nWelcome and Introduction Lara Dammer (nova-Institute)\n\n\n13:15 – 14:15\nScientific basics of LCA and sustainability claims Matthias Stratmann (nova-Institute)\n\n\n14:15 – 15:00\nIntroduction to the new EU framework on sustainability claims –\nfrom Sustainable Finance to Green Claims Luciano Proto Cassina (nova-Institute)\n\n\n15:00 – 15:15\nCoffee Break\n\n\n15:15 – 15:45\nEU Taxonomy – delegated acts and what they mean for reporting obligations tbd\n\n\n15:45 – 16:15\nCorporate Sustainability Reporting Directive – deep dive into the sustainability reporting standards tbd\n\n\n16:15 – 16:45\nRisks and challenges related to the EU Sustainable Finance Framework ECOS\n\n\n16:45 – 17:00\nOutlook and Wrap-Up Lara Dammer (nova-Institute)\n\n\n\nRegister now!
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/sustainability-claims-under-new-eu-legislation-from-sustainable-finance-to-green-claims/
CATEGORIES:Sustainability Claims under New EU Legislation
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
LOCATION:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/sustainability-claims-under-new-eu-legislation-from-sustainable-finance-to-green-claims/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231025T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
CREATED:20230908T154627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T130404Z
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SUMMARY:LCA methodology – Comparing Apples to Apples: Similarities and Differences in LCA methodology
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Dr. Matthias Stratmann\, Ferdinand Kähler (nova-Institute) \nComparing apples to apples from a sustainability point of view is not so easy – Just as little as an effective implementation of the topic of sustainability assessment into business processes.\nTwo great topics for a “nova session” with sustainability experts from the nova-Institute supported by an external speaker from AllocNow. \nInformation on environmental impacts of products become more and more important. Sustainability is a megatrend\, customers ask about Carbon Footprints and specific claims must be substantiated. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is the most recognized methodology to assess potential environmental impacts of products. However\, the flexibility of LCA methodology and the fact that different standards exist make it very difficult to compare products on the basis of different studies. That is why the European Commission has\, for example\, initiated the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF)\, aiming to establish harmonised rules. \nMultiple frameworks and guidelines for conducting Life Cycle Assessments have been published over the years which are all applied in industry and academia. The objective of this session is to evaluate the frameworks and guidelines for the methodological choices which impact LCAs for products. The session will focus on where methodological choices of guidelines are similar to each other\, where they are different and the implication of the methodological choices for the results of the LCA. \nA second emphasis will be placed on the integration of Life Cycle Assessments into business processes. LCA does not happen in companies in isolation. We live in times of digitalisation and Industry 4.0 where companies are supported by powerful ERP systems. We will show you the differences and similarities of the various requirements and challenges when it comes to LCA and digitalisation. The company AllocNow GmbH will present an example of how the integration of corporate data and sustainability assessments can look like. \n  \nFurther information. \n  \nTopics\n\nSustainability Assessment and LCA\nVariety of standards for Life Cycle Assessment\nMethodological consistency and differences\nIntegration and automation of LCA in business processes\n\nJoin us and learn more on how to conduct LCAs and how to integrate them into your business processes. The session addresses LCA users or other staff that is working on sustainability topics and can bring already some experiences with LCA application. \n  \nProgram\n25 October 2023\, 10:00 – 16:00 h (CET: Central European Time)\, on-site \nHosts: Dr. Matthias Stratmann\, Ferdinand Kähler (nova-Institute) \n\n\n\n10:00\nIntroduction and Welcome – Tour de Table\n\n\n10:30\nRelevant norms and standards for LCA\nDifferent use cases and applications of LCA\n\n\n11:00\nMethodological Aspects Part 1 \n\nSystem boundaries – Cut off und Materiality\, temporal Scope\nFunctional Unit\nElectricity\nCarbon Offsets\nLand use and Land Use Change\n\n\n\n\n12:30\nLunch\n\n\n13:15\nMethodological Aspects Part 2 \n\nBiogenic Carbon and temporary storage\nEoL Allocation (in advanced recycling)\nMass Balance and free attribution\nVerification and reporting\n\n\n\n\n14:45\nCoffee Break\n\n\n15:00\nLCA in Industry – digitalization and automation\n\n\n15:10\nCase Study: AllocNow GmbH – Automated LCA and Sustainability Platform\n\n\n15:30\nFinal Discussion\n\n\n16:00\nEnd of Session\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/lca-methodology-comparing-apples-to-apples-similarities-and-differences-in-lca-methodology/
LOCATION:Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Airport\, Joseph-Broicher-Straße 11\, Cologne\, NRW\, 51145\, Germany
CATEGORIES:LCA,Sustainability Claims under New EU Legislation
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231009T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231009T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T131741
CREATED:20230908T151502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T090446Z
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SUMMARY:Food and Feed Crops for Bio-based Materials – Facts\, Myths\, Policy and Practical Examples
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Michael Carus and Lara Dammer (nova-Institute) \nThere is a widely held view that the use of food and feed crops for anything other than food and feed uses – namely\, for bio-based chemicals and materials – is detrimental to food security. We are ready to challenge this perception and want to encourage differentiated discussions and evidence-based opinion making. \nIn this half-day webinar\, nova-Institute will present findings from latest research indicating that the impacts of using food and feed crops are much more complex than usually assumed and can even be positive\, with regards to climate\, land productivity\, environment\, farmers’ income\, market stability\, feed security and food security. Experts will also highlight the recent political framework for using biomass for biofuels and bio-based chemicals and materials. Three companies will showcase their ways of using sustainably sourced primary biomass. \n  \nTopics \n\nWhy bio-based materials have an important role to play for mitigating climate change\nGlobal biomass availability\nOverall environmental impacts and sustainability assessments\nEconomic effects\nProtein supply and emergency reserves\nPolitical framework\nPractical examples of companies utilising sustainably sourced primary biomass\n\nDo not miss this opportunity to engage directly with experts from the industry\, academia and policy. Join us for an informative and engaging nova Session on “Food and Feed Crops for Bio-based Materials – Facts\, Myths\, Policy and Practical Examples”. \n  \nProgram  \n(CET: Central European Time)\n \n\n\n\n13:00-13:15\nWelcome and introduction Michael Carus\n\n\n13:15-14:15\nThe Use of Food and Feed Crops for Bio-based Materials and the Related Effects on Food Security – new insights from recent research (Michael Carus\, Lara Dammer)\n\n\n14:15-14:50\nStatus quo of policy on biomass uses and sustainability requirements – Policy framework on bio-based plastics and biodegradable and compostable plastics\, EU Taxonomy\, RED III\, ReFuel EU Aviation\, Fuel EU Maritime (Lara Dammer)\n\n\n14:50-15:00\nCoffee break\n\n\n15:00-16:00\nPractical examples of sustainable bio-based materials from primary biomass Martin Clemesha\, Braskem | Patrick Waes\, CovationBio | Marilia Foukaraki\, Cosun Beet Company\n\n\n16:00-16:30\nDiscussion\, outlook and wrap-up\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/food-and-feed-crops-for-bio-based-materials/
CATEGORIES:Bio-based Materials
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LOCATION:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/food-and-feed-crops-for-bio-based-materials/
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SUMMARY:Book an in-house workshop with Michael Carus: Mass Balance and Free Allocation Approach (MBFA)
DESCRIPTION:In-house workshop for your companies\, associations\, policymakers and NGOs – ask all your questions and express all your concerns about mass balance. Michael Carus is founder and managing director of the nova-Institute and executive manager of the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI). \nHe will present and discuss all aspects of the Mass Balance & Free Allocation Approach. What does it really mean? What is the public\, political and brand acceptance? Can it be accused of greenwashing? How to certify? Needs and benefits as well as negative impacts of MBFA. You can send your questions before the workshop. \n  \n1\,5 h online: 1.000 € net\,\non-site: Depending on location and duration
URL:https://events.renewable-carbon.eu/event/book-an-in-house-workshop-with-michael-carus-mass-balance-and-free-allocation-approach-mbfa/
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ORGANIZER;CN="nova-Institute":MAILTO:asta.partanen@nova-institut.de
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