EIB study highlights bioeconomy’s role in boosting EU’s autonomy and growth
A new study published today by the European Investment Bank (EIB) emphasizes the importance of expanding bio-based industries in the EU. The report shows that scaling these sectors can enhance…
New leadership at BEAM Circular Accelerator drives innovation in the bioeconomy
Darko Mandich has been appointed as the new Managing Director of the BEAM Circular Accelerator powered by gener8tor, a program dedicated to advancing innovation in the circular bioeconomy and supporting…
Beer goes green
Beer producers big and small are feeding into a sustainable economy as they supply feedstock for beer-based biomaterials that reduce emissions. Here are the surprising links between beer and sustainability.
Surviving the Valley of Death: a guide for bio-startups
The early years are the most dangerous for a startup. Known colloquially as the ‘Valley of Death’, this is when great ideas can falter on regulatory issues, lack of funding,…
Our Co-founder Paul MacDonald interviewed on Iowa Tech Podcast
In a new episode of the Iowa Tech Podcast, our very own co-founder and managing director, Paul MacDonald, took the spotlight. Host Kaylee Williams sat down with Paul to uncover…
Californian county invests in bioeconomy education with new grants
Stanislaus County in California, USA, has awarded over $970,000 in grants to support education and workforce training in the bioeconomy sector. Supported by funds from the American Rescue Plan Act,…
BEAM Circular secures $10.4 M to advance California’s circular bioeconomy
BEAM Circular has been awarded $10.367 million through the California Jobs First Regional Investment Initiative. This funding will accelerate projects promoting sustainable, equitable economic growth across California’s North San Joaquin…
ShapingBio suggests policy measures to strengthen EU bioeconomy
The EU-funded ShapingBio project released a new policy brief. It offers recommendations to support the European bioeconomy. The brief aims to help shape the upcoming EU Bioeconomy Strategy. The strategy…
New California bioeconomy facility gets $9.8 M in state and regional funding
BEAM Circular announced a major milestone for California’s clean technology and biomanufacturing future with $9.8 million in new funding. This will support the California Bioeconomy Innovation Campus, a state-of-the-art facility…