AFTER-BIOCHEM

🤝 The support provided by the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) was a determining factor in the success of establishing this ambitious partnership. This fruitful collaboration brings together several leading European entities, each contributing specific and complementary expertise in their respective fields. From supporting farmers and strengthening agriculture to the circular economy in practice, read the full article of the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) on our innovative project and its innovations: https://lnkd.in/dX83FDhG #AFTERBIOCHEM #Innovation #Partnership #Sustainability

The EU Competitiveness Compass identifies the #bioeconomy as a growth engine for its competitiveness potential across many sectors! Driven by innovative technologies, new business models and social innovations the bioeconomy is a key competitiveness driver for bio-based materials, biomanufacturing, biochemicals, and agri-biotech sectors! Presented by the European Commission today, this strategic document envisions a Europe where innovative technologies and clean products are developed, manufactured, and marketed, all while progressing toward carbon neutrality and becoming the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. CBE JU-funded projects like AFTER-BIOCHEM concretely show how the bio-based sector can translate these ambitions into measurable results, from cutting CO₂ emissions to reducing dependencies from fossil fuels, from setting up circular biobased value chains to providing new incomes for farmers. The French start-up AFYREN NEOXY’s flagship biorefinery in Saint-Avold, France, converts side streams from the sugar industry and organic waste into high-value bio-based organic acids. Supported by €20 million in funding from CBE JU, the AFTERBIOCHEM project’s process is #circular, #sustainable, and zero-waste, reducing CO₂ emissions by 80%. At full capacity, the biorefinery will produce 16,000 tonnes of organic acid per year, providing sustainable alternatives to fossil-derived ingredients in food, personal care, and industrial chemicals. A lot has to be done to allow more companies to thrive, and the Commission is focussing on removing regulatory and administrative barriers, on facilitating access to funding and on promoting skills for competitiveness and quality jobs. All these measures echo the requests from the CBE JU stakeholders, putting the bioeconomy at the centre of the European green transition. CBE JU looks forward – with the European Commission and the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) - to contributing to these ambitious objectives over the next years, further supporting both de-fossilisation and competitiveness through innovation in Europe. https://lnkd.in/eTjQ7ayT EU Science, Research and Innovation EU Environment and Climate EU Business John Bell Rob Beekers Kristin Schreiber Diego Canga Fano Dirk Carrez Marco Rupp Agata Kotkowska Emmanuelle Maire Peter Wehrheim Virginia Puzzolo Nicolas Sordet Stéphane Séjourné Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Hans Ingels Astrid Ladefoged

👀 Dear bio-based molecules enthusiasts, We are happy to share this video with you 👏 ▶️ Watch it to see the project’s partners reflect on the journey of their company within AFTER-BIOCHEM. They share their thoughts on the impact of the work performed and the global stakes this project holds for the whole industry. 🎬 Watch the full video 👉 https://lnkd.in/dbba58Ek

Alternative organic feedstock is essential for reducing reliance on fossil resources and fostering sustainability. A new report by European Bioplastics dives into how the CBE JU-funded projects are reshaping the future, one #biobased solution at a time: 🔹 AFTER-BIOCHEM creates bio-based chemicals from sugar beet by-products.
 🔹 WoodCell Project transforms hardwood residues into #sustainable materials.
 🔹 LANDFEED valorises organic waste streams for bio-based products. 🔹 B-FERST project introduces bio-based #fertilisers into agriculture. 🔹 CAFIPLA - Combining carboxylic acid production and fibre recovery converts unused organic materials into bio-based building blocks. 🔹 SylPlant produces sustainable #protein ingredients. 🔹 #AFTERLIFE turns wastewater into valuable bio-based products.
 Are you curious to learn more? Explore the report 👇

🎄AFTER-BIOCHEM wishes you happy holidays! ❄️ 🎊 As we approach the end of the year, we are thrilled to share the incredible journey we've had with AFTER-BIOCHEM in 2024: ✅ AFTER-BIOCHEM mentioned by the DGGrow EU for Social Economy & Social Enterprises report: "Guidance on EU Funding and the Transition Pathway for the Chemical Industry”, as a model to reduce industry’s reliance on fossil fuels. ✅ First fertilizers commercial deliveries: several dozen tons of fertilizer left the AFYREN NEOXY in 2024, bound for TERRIAL - Filiale d'AVRIL et SUEZ. ✅ Project’s annual meeting and visit of the plant, hosted by AFYREN on July 9. ✅ Our 500th and then 600th follower! And last but not the least: the participation in +6 events to communicate on the stakes of the project. ☃️ See you next year for more news! Sphera Celanese Südzucker Firmenich SUEZ Kemin Industries Technip Energies Bioeconomy For Change PNO Consultants France Nicolas Sordet Jérémy Pessiot⚡ Maxime Cordonnier Caroline Petigny Joachim Merziger Christophe Dardel Marguerite Blanchard Mithieux Filip Nuyens Habib AMRANI Pablo Kroff Césaire Régis ESSIS Christophe Luguel Anne Picot Ursula Feulner Juan Samuel Sánchez Castillo Dr. Michael Schäfer Sebastian Suasi Alisson Duclay Marc van Boxtel

👀 AFTER-BIOCHEM at UNIgreen 🤝 Chloé Joly and Audrey Magnin from our partner Bioeconomy For Change gave a presentation on the environmental and economic stakes for a project like AFTER-BIOCHEM, before an attendance of 50 students from UNIgreen. 🔎 UNIgreen is an Alliance of eight Higher Education Institutions (including Bioeconomy For Change’s member SupBiotech, l'école des ingénieurs en biotechnologies) that are committed to promoting excellence in education, research and innovation in the fields of Sustainable Agriculture, Green Biotechnology, and Environmental and Life Sciences. Watch the webinar 👉 https://lnkd.in/ezZCyMdf #AFTERBIOCHEM #UNIgreen #Innovation #Research #Sustainability #GreenBiotechnology #SustainableAgriculture #SustainableDevelopment #GreenEconomy

Since 2021, CBE JU has been driving #green growth with #sustainable solutions. We are pioneering #biobased solutions that transform industries for a more #sustainable and #competitive future. Here's how our funded projects are innovating in a variety of sectors: 🚗 Automotive: sustainable insulation and interiors from wood and agricultural fibres thanks to the #ReInvent project.
 🛍️ Plastics: Usable Packaging created biodegradable packaging with food industry by-products. 
🏗️ Construction: forestry residues power SWEETWOODS, producing sustainable insulation foams.
 🧖♀️ Cosmetics: microalgae are the main ingredient in SCALE project clinically tested facial serum.
 🍽️ Food: vegan proteins from fungi by PLENITUDE. 👗 Textiles: circular fashion through yarn made from organic sidestreams with Glaukos project.
 🧴 Packaging: agricultural residues turned into sustainable bottles by #PEFerence. 
🌾 Agriculture: The PHERA Project innovates pheromone-based plant protection solutions.
 🧪 Chemistry: sugar beet sidestreams become valuable organic acids with AFTER-BIOCHEM.
 🪑 Furniture: non-toxic, bio-based glues for wooden furniture crafted by SUSBIND - SUStainable bio BINDers. Discover more 👇

🎂 This week, CBE JU marks its third anniversary! Since its launch in 2021, CBE JU has been at the forefront of a competitive, circular, and collaborative #bioeconomy in Europe, contributing to making it. Together with the European Commission and the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC), the public-private partnership has powered #sustainable innovation, modernised industries, and positioned Europe as a global leader in #green technologies. 🔵 Rob Beekers, 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗕𝗘 𝗝𝗨 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱: '#Circularity will be the cornerstone for any industry moving forward. Europe’s competitiveness and strategic autonomy will depend on its ability to lead in green technologies. CBE JU, as a public-private partnership, unites public funding with private innovation to accelerate the development and scaling-up of #circular #biobased products in Europe. By doing so, we reduce our dependency from abroad and empower our industries to compete globally while delivering societal and environmental benefits.' 🟢 Helena Vieira, 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗕𝗘 𝗝𝗨 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲: 'CBE JU-funded projects exemplify how scientific innovation can drive real-world solutions to mitigate environmental challenges. By advancing circular processes and products, such as the development of biodegradable, compostable, recyclable, and reusable materials, these projects are reshaping industries and fostering a future where #sustainability is embedded in every stage of production and consumption. The success of CBE JU-funded projects demonstrates the power of collaboration between industry, academia, and the public sector.' 🟡 Sari Tasa, 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗕𝗘 𝗝𝗨 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀' 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽: 'CBE JU’s commitment to inclusivity ensures that the transition to a circular bioeconomy leaves no region behind and challenges frontrunners. The public-private partnership has enabled more regions and countries across Europe to actively contribute to and benefit from the circular bioeconomy. This inclusivity strengthens our collective impact and drives innovation from every corner of Europe. These practical collaboration and knowledge-sharing platforms ensure that the benefits of the bio-based economy are shared widely, creating jobs and boosting local economies.' Link in the comments 👇

Let’s get to know each other! Who are you in the CBE JU community? Here are some quick numbers about the beneficiaries of the CBE JU-funded projects:
 🤝 1,550 beneficiaries supported.
 💡 35% are small businesses. 🎓 25% are universities & research centres. 🌍 43 countries are represented in our projects. 💬 We’d like to hear from our community: what country are you from? Share in the comments below!

🎉 Celebrating 600 followers! 🎉 🙏 Thank you for your support in AFTER-BIOCHEM’s journey! 🌱 To go from agricultural processing co-products to natural and high added value molecules, it takes the invaluable dedication of our 11 European partners: AFYREN  Südzucker Technip Energies Kemin Industries TERRIAL - Filiale d'AVRIL et SUEZ Sphera Bioeconomy For Change PNO Consultants France Firmenich FIABILA SUEZ Celanese #AFTERBIOCHEM #EUproject #Sustainability