The Bioeconomy Strategy: a framework to industrialise the EU bioeconomy

by Ianni Francesca | Nov 27, 2025

BioChem Europe, the Cefic sector group representing biomass-derived chemicals, welcomes the European Commission’s renewed ambition for a competitive and sustainable bioeconomy, as outlined in the Bioeconomy Strategy published on 27 November1. Building on the framework...

EU Biotech Act: boosting the biomass-derived chemicals sector

by Ianni Francesca | Oct 27, 2025

Biotechnology and biomanufacturing are cornerstone sectors for the European Union’s economic growth, sustainability, and global competitiveness. These technologies drive innovation across healthcare, agriculture, energy, and industrial production—contributing directly...

Circular Economy Act: biomass-derived chemicals and materials enable a Circular Economy

by Ianni Francesca | Oct 27, 2025

Europe’s transition towards climate neutrality and a sustainable circular economy requires a rapid and ambitious scale-up of the biomass-derived sector, supported by robust and consistent policy starting with a strategic framework for a competitive and sustainable EU...

The EU Bioeconomy Strategy must be industrial to succeed: op-ed

by Ianni Francesca | Oct 9, 2025

With the right policy action and investment, bio-based solutions can deliver sustainability, resilience, and competitiveness for Europe’s chemical industry and the entire value chain. We need a strong Bioeconomy Strategy to: 🛒 Create demand through market pull...

BioChem Europe’s position the Industrial Decarbonisation Accelerator Act

by Ianni Francesca | Jul 9, 2025

In the European Union’s goal for climate neutrality by 2050, the chemical and materials industries play a key role by reducing reliance on fossil-based feedstocks and transitioning to sustainable, low-carbon resources. The biomass-derived sector plays a pivotal role...