Why do we need more than one horizon for the bioeconomy?
Developing narratives for future bioeconomy needs a combination of facts and ideas, to a certain extent, giving up the idea of a steering wheel for the transition.
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Follow the latest developments in the forest bioeconomy from across Europe and beyond. From member region initiatives and policy updates to innovation breakthroughs and funding opportunities, this is where the Bioregions network shares what is shaping the transition — and what is coming next.
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This fall: Bioeconomy Austria Summit & Tech Tour Forest Bioeconomy 2026
Bioeconomy Austria Summit and Tech Tour Forest Bioeconomy unite in Graz and Styria on 5–6 October, spotlighting Austria’s forest bioeconomy.
Government of Catalonia joins the BETA Foundation Board, boosting circular bioeconomy research
The Government of Catalonia joins the BETA Foundation, backing circular bioeconomy research with €875,000 in 2026.
How can regions help bio-based innovations reach the market?
In this interview, Virginia Puzzolo, Head of Programme at CBE JU, explains how European programmes and regions can help bio-based innovations reach the market.
CBE JU signs collaboration agreement with regional bioeconomy networks
The CBE JU has signed this week a Memorandum of Understanding with EFI and three more organisations representing the regional dimension of the bioeconomy.
From forest floor to digital twin: how Joensuu, Finland, is building a world-class forest innovation ecosystem
Here is a selection of news from Joensuu that showcases how the region is using its forests to advance research and innovation.
Is your project ready for the next step? Four opportunities for forest innovators
Here is a roundup of four opportunities for forest innovators. If you know of others worth sharing, please let us know.
DP-FOBI launch event introduced a new doctoral programme for advancing the forest-based bioeconomy
The new doctoral programme will select 15 researchers to four year, fully funded positions at UEF. Apply by 10 August 2026.
The new Sustainable Forest Management Strategy is presented to reduce the risk of large fires and boost the forestry sector
The objectives of the Strategy foresee an increase of 36.8 million euros in investment.
CTFC publishes a manual on the use of decomposer fungi to remove forest stumps in a sustainable way
Can fungi help manage forests more sustainably? Researchers in Catalonia are exploring how decomposer fungi can be used to eliminate forest stumps naturally.
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Biodiversity footprinting and where we currently stand
Monitoring impacts on nature is crucial for mitigating biodiversity loss. Learn how CircHive combines biodiversity footprinting and natural capital accounting.
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What does horizon scanning do for the bioeconomy?
Learn more how horizon scanning looks beyond the accustomed sources of evidence on past trends, drivers and change factors.
