BioRural

?? ?????????????????????? ?????????? & ?????????? ???? ??????????????! February 11th marks the ?????????????????????????? ?????? ???? ?????????? ?????? ?????????? ???? ??????????????, and at BioRural, we proudly support gender equality in STEM! Our team is enriched by brilliant female scientists whose expertise, dedication, and passion inspire us every day. ?? This year is even more special, as ???????? ?????????? ?????? ???????? ?????????????????????? of the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science (IDWGS)—a milestone in the global effort to promote gender equality and women's empowerment. Let’s continue working together to bridge the gender gap in scientific fields and beyond! ?? #WomenInScience #GenderEquality #IDWGS2025 #STEM #horizoneurope #researchimpacteu

? On January 28, BioRural proudly participated in the 10th regular meeting of the Rural Bioeconomy Alliance (RBA), where we are honored to be a key member! We dove into insightful updates on ongoing projects and upcoming events, while setting ambitious goals for 2025. ?? ?? This session was especially notable as it marked the first under the new leadership of the Biomodel4Regions project, now chaired by the CluBE-Cluster of Bioeconomy and Environment of Western Macedonia. Looking ahead, we are committed to a year of growth and lasting contributions to rural development! ?? #Bioeconomy #CircularEconomy #SustainableDevelopment #RuralDevelopment #HorizonEurope #ResearchImpactEU -- AgriLoop Project | BBioNets | BIO2REG | BioINSouth | Biomodel4Regions | Brilian | CEE2ACT Project | MainstreamBIO Project | P2GreeN | Relief | ROBIN project | RuralBioUp | SCALE-UP project | ShapingBio

?? ???????????????? ?????? ?????????? ??????????????: Bioeconomy Innovation Takes Center Stage Across Europe! Over the past months, BioRural has been driving sustainable innovation through 4 Regional Bioeconomy Platforms' Workshops across the EU. From Denmark to Greece, bioeconomy innovators have pitched groundbreaking solutions, tackled rural challenges, and gained invaluable mentorship. ? What’s next? 1??2?? winning teams are heading to the grand finale of the EU Bioeconomy Challenge in Brussels on May 12, 2025, where the top 3?? innovations will be awarded! ?? From transforming agricultural waste into textiles to producing biodegradable bioleather, these ideas are shaping a greener, more sustainable future! ???? ?? Read more in our latest press release: https://lnkd.in/guSMPyea #Bioeconomy #CircularEconomy #HorizonEurope #EUInnovation #GreenFuture #BioeconomyChallenge #BioBasedSolutions #ResearchImpactEU -- Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH)?|?Delphy?| Valorial, cluster d'innovation agri-agro?|?NaturePlast?|?IZES gGmbH?|?Aarhus University?|?Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation?|?Vytauto Did?iojo universitetas?|?Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies?|?AVEBIOM AVEBIOM?|?University of Coimbra?|?Centro da Biomassa para a Energia?|?AIEL?|?reframe.food?|?incommon-Innovative Circular Open?|?University of Ljubljana?|?AlgEn?|?Green Energy Innovative Biomass Cluster?|?Green Growth Platform

???????????????? ???? ?????? ????????-?????? ?????????????? ???? ?????? ???????????? ?????????????? ???? ????????????! ?? Our coordinating partner, Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH), had the opportunity to present BioRural and its progress during the Kick-off Meeting of the #thERBN project in Athens! ? As part of the event, CERTH also hosted an engaging workshop, bringing together key stakeholders from Greece’s primary sector to discuss the most pressing needs and challenges they face today. Their valuable insights will be instrumental in shaping future solutions for a sustainable circular bioeconomy. ?? ?? The #thERBN project aims to establish a multi-actor Thematic Network (TN) across the EU, fostering knowledge sharing on innovative solutions for a sustainable circular bioeconomy (CB). Designed to support small farms and foresters at the local level, thERBN will bridge the gap between available #CircularBioeconomy solutions and the real-world challenges that practitioners encounter daily. We’re thrilled to contribute to this impactful initiative and help drive positive change in rural communities! ?? #Bioeconomy #CircularEconomy #BioBasedSolutions #HorizonEurope #ResearchImpactEU

???????????????????? ???? ?????? ???? ???????? ???????????????????? ??????-?????????? ?????????????????? ???????? ???????????? ????????????! ?? The BioRural Newsletter #6 is out, featuring highlights from the 4 Regional Bioeconomy Platforms’ workshops across Europe! These workshops served as vibrant hubs of innovation and collaboration, where participants tackled rural bioeconomy challenges through: ?? Groundbreaking ideas and interactive activities ?? Hands-on mentoring and pitch presentations ?? Lively discussions, culminating in the selection of the 12 most innovative ideas! ?? Discover the 12 winning ideas set to compete on the ???????? ???? ?????? ????????, ???? ????????????????, ???? ?????? ???????????????? ???????????????????? ??????????????????, where the top innovation from across Europe will be crowned! Read the full story in our latest newsletter: ??https://bit.ly/40GQMOM #bioeconomy #circulareconomy #biobasedsolutions #horizoneurope #researchimpacteu -- Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH)?|?Delphy?| Valorial, le réseau innovation agri-agro?|?NaturePlast?|?IZES gGmbH?|?Aarhus University?|?Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation?|?Vytauto Did?iojo universitetas?|?Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies?|?AVEBIOM AVEBIOM?|?University of Coimbra?|?Centro da Biomassa para a Energia?|?AIEL?|?reframe.food?|?incommon-Innovative Circular Open?|?University of Ljubljana?|?AlgEn?|?Green Energy Innovative Biomass Cluster?|?Green Growth Platform

?? ???????????????? ???? ?????? ????????-?????? ?????????????? ???? ?????? ???????????????? ??????????????! On January 15-16, 2025, the Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH) team proudly participated in the launch of the ARGONAUT project—an exciting #HorizonEurope initiative that aims to transform the bio-based sector! By leveraging AI and blockchain technology, ARGONAUT will deliver a cutting-edge tool to calculate the environmental and climate impact of bio-based products throughout their lifecycle, securely tracked with a “digital passport.” ?? During this event, the Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH) team had the opportunity to present BioRural, highlighting its key concepts and achievements so far. With both projects sharing a commitment to sustainability and circular bioeconomy principles, the collaboration promises to amplify our impact towards a greener future! ?? ? ARGONAUT is empowering small and medium-sized producers with actionable insights, providing reliable data and comparisons to help them make informed, sustainable decisions. We’re thrilled to be part of this journey! ?? #bioeconomy #circulareconomy #biobasedsolutions #horizoneurope #researchimpacteu

Missed our online training event, ???????????????????? ???? ???????????????? ????????????????????: ???????? ???????? ???? ????????????????? Don’t worry! ?? You can now watch the inspiring success stories and actionable insights shared by experts from Spain, Portugal, and Italy. This is your chance to: ?? Learn from real-world examples of circular bioeconomy innovations ?? Gain practical tips to transform your ideas into thriving ventures ?? Access the full training here: https://bit.ly/4gMPNlK ?? Discover how innovators are turning organic byproducts and residues into sustainable businesses—and take the first step to turning your idea into action! #CircularEconomy #Bioeconomy #Innovation #SustainableBusiness #BioBasedSolutions #HorizonEurope #ResearchImpactEU Organised by: AVEBIOM AVEBIOM | Centro da Biomassa para a Energia | Universidade de Coimbra | AIEL

??? ????'?? ????????????????—?????? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???????????? ?????? ????????????????! ?? ??In our very first episode, we’re joined by our Project Coordinator, Thanos Balafoutis, from the Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH). ?? Thanos shares insightful details about the BioRural project, including its core concepts, major milestones, and key achievements over the first two years. ? Plus, he gives us a glimpse into the exciting objectives for the future of the project! ??? Watch Episode #1 now: https://bit.ly/4gkluT6 ?? Make sure to subscribe and tune in for the next episode: https://bit.ly/41yQ9HZ #Bioeconomy #CircularEconomy #BiobasedSolutions #HorizonEurope #ResearchImpactEU | reframe.food

?? Join the Workshop on Nutrient Recovery Technologies by P2GreeN! Our synergistic project P2GreeN, which is also a member of the Rural Bioeconomy Alliance (RBA), is hosting tomorrow, November 11th, an insightful workshop on: “???????????????? ???????????????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ????????????????????????”! ????????? ????????????? Gain valuable insights into policy frameworks, business strategies, and innovations driving nutrient recovery technologies—key for advancing the bioeconomy and supporting sustainable rural development. Find the agenda below ?? Register here: ??https://lnkd.in/gzBN2m42 Let’s work together to shape the future of sustainable nutrient management! #Bioeconomy #NutrientRecovery #PolicyFrameworks #Sustainability #RuralDevelopment #BioRural #P2GreeN #Innovation

?? The BioRural South-West workshop in Valladolid, Spain, celebrated innovation in the circular bioeconomy, with 12 finalists from Spain, Italy, and Portugal, showcasing biobased solutions to transform underutilised resources into sustainable opportunities! ? Over two days, participants refined their ideas into actionable opportunities through expert mentorship, culminating in dynamic pitch presentations before an engaged audience and a distinguished panel of judges. ???????? ???? ???? ???????????????????????????? ?????? ?? ??????????????: ?? ??????: AgroBioTex | Portugal Eco-friendly textiles from sheep wool and agro-industrial residues, reducing solvent use by 80%. ?? ??????: Protiberia | Spain Sustainable protein feed from spent mushroom substrate using Tenebrio molitor insects. ?? ??????: Energy from Forests | Italy Clean energy from woodchip gasification, producing electricity, heat, and biochar. ???????? ????????: The winners will compete at the European Finals in Brussels, May 2025 along with other bio-based ideas from all over Europe!??? #bioeconomy #circulareconomy #biobasedsolutions #horizoneurope #researchimpacteu