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Bioeconomy - in your everyday life

Here we want to show you what amazing opportunities there are to make a difference by using renewable resources and investing in a growing circular bioeconomy – a prosperous economy built on fossil-free materials. 

Around 88 million tonnes of food are wasted annually in the EU

With a growing population and rapid urbanisation, smart and recyclable packaging for food is essential to a sustainable lifestyle.

By 2030, almost 60% of the world’s population will live in urban areas

This rapid urbanisation is increasing the need for adequate and affordable housing.

The demand for clothes will escalate and have an even greater impact on the environment.

“This is not about public relations. My intention is to create real change in an industry that desperately needs it.”

Life expectancy in the European Union has hit a record high

The latest material to keep top-of-mind when it comes to tree-based healthcare is nanocellulose.

The transportation sector accounts for 25% of all greenhouse gas emissions.

Cars, buses, trains, trucks, boats and planes. Yes, the transportation sector accounts for 25% of all greenhouse gas emissions, with private...

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Bioeconomy & forestry industry

In what ways does the forestry industry benefit the climate? We think there are three main ways.

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Bioeconomy from A to Z

Here are the important keywords you would like to know to speak the bioeconomy tongue.

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Get your own guide!

Order The Bioeconomist's guide to a sustainable life and see how bioeconomy is ever-present in your everyday life.

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Reference list for the guide

Do you want to take a closer look at the facts in our guide? Here are the links to all the data in the guide.

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