In the Netherlands there is a lot of discussion about the future of heavy industry. Discussion is good, but polarization as we often see now does not help us move forward. A convincing plan for a sustainable industry. Let's ensure that the Netherlands eliminates emissions - and not the entire industry - argues Olof van der Gaag...
The House of Representatives elections will be held in the Netherlands within a month. A flash poll conducted by ASN Bank shows that sustainability is an important theme for as many as 4 in 10 voters when making their choice for a political party. It is striking, however, that only 1 in 5 voters indicates a good insight...
In the Netherlands, many people work passionately with biomass as a raw material. They work on innovations, improve (production) processes or create policy for a fossil-free future. We have had a series of conversations with people who work at companies where bio raw materials are central. In this mini-series we highlight what drives them to work on the transition...
Europe, with the Netherlands as an example, has been a leader for 50 years when it comes to giving raw materials a new or better application.
Groningen BioBTX, TU Eindhoven and the Groningen government have received a subsidy of €2,8 million from the Just Transition Fund (JTF) with the help of ASQA Subsidies. The Just Transition Fund (JTF) recently awarded financial support for an ambitious project related to sustainable technology in the Netherlands. This subsidy is intended for the implementation…
On October 18, 2023, Jolijn Zwart-van Kessel from Foodvalley NL and Freek van Eijk from Holland Circular Hotspot presented the new publication 'Circular agrifood & biomass: food and materials for a sustainable future' to Piet Adema, Minister of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality. This happened during the trade mission in South Africa on green hydrogen, circular waste processing and…
In the Netherlands, many people work passionately with biomass as a raw material. They work on innovations, improve (production) processes or create policy for a fossil-free future. We have had a series of conversations with people who work at companies where bio raw materials are central. In this mini-series we highlight what drives them to work on the transition...
Last week, ministers from the 27 EU member states approved the updated Renewable Energy Directive (REDIII). Four weeks before, the European Parliament approved the final deal with a significant majority of 310.
On Tuesday, November 21, 2023 from 09:00 AM to 17:00 PM, COGEN and ODE Flanders will organize the 'European Green Deal' study day, which will take place in Brussels, Hendrik Conscience Building. The Green Deal is the European Commission's first climate plan to transform the EU into a climate-neutral and sustainable continent by 2050. The Green Deal includes…
On October 9, the National Growth Fund definitively approved the first phase of the BioBased Circular program for the period 2024 – 2026. This is the starting signal for BioBased Circular to start recruiting a program management and management team. The first project proposals are also being prepared and the means of communication are taking shape. BioBased Circular states…
In the Netherlands, many people work passionately with biomass as a raw material. They work on innovations, improve (production) processes or create policy for a fossil-free future. We have had a series of conversations with people who work at companies where bio raw materials are central. In this mini-series we highlight what drives them to work on the transition...
For the first time, BIC has published a Trend Report on how Europe can unleash the full potential of the bioeconomy, enabling it to better contribute to the EU's green transition. In 2012, the world admired Europe as a global frontrunner for launching its EU bioeconomy strategy. Today, the world and Europe look to other…
The Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) has published for the first time a Trend Report on how Europe can unleash the full potential of the bioeconomy, so that it can better contribute to the EU's green transition. In 2012, the world admired Europe as a global leader in launching the EU bioeconomy strategy. Nowadays we look…
Employment expands despite crises and challenges and growing use of industrial policies can create more localized supply chains, a new report finds. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates / Geneva, Switzerland, 28 September 2023 – Worldwide employment in renewable energy reached 13.7 million in 2022, an increase of one million since 2021 and up from a total…
Employment is growing despite crises and challenges, and the increasing use of industrial policy can create more localized supply chains, a new report shows. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates / Geneva, Switzerland, September 28, 2023 – Global renewable energy employment reached 2022 million in 13,7, an increase of one million since 2021 and a…
Industrial Heat & Power is the platform for industrial energy supply and the trade fair for professionals who are looking for the connections, tools and knowledge to get started right away. The fair takes place simultaneously and at the same location as Vakbeurs Energie and the Zero Emission | trade fairs Ecomobile and PREFAB. By 2050…
Regions play a crucial role in achieving climate goals, especially in developing and accelerating the bioeconomy. But which province can best specialize in which biobased value chain, including the processing industry for textiles and building materials, is not always clear. The report 'Regional supply of herbaceous biomass for local circular…
The Netherlands faces an important challenge: the transition to sustainable applications and energy sources to combat climate change and reduce dependence on fossil raw materials. Biomass has become part of the discussion about sustainable policy in the Netherlands. For or against, it is certain that we all want the best for our environment. The Promise of Biomass…
French president Emmanuel Macron has said the country will convert its two coal-fired power plants, with combined capacity of 1.8GW, to biomass by 2027. In a televised interview on 24 September, Macron discussed plans to meet France's climate targets within the next seven years. France aims to reduce its emissions by 55% by 2030, against…
French President Emmanuel Macron has said France will convert its two coal-fired power stations, with a combined capacity of 1,8 GW, to biomass by 2027. In a television interview on September 24, Macron discussed plans to meet France's climate targets within seven years. France aims to reduce its emissions by 2030% by 55,…
The European Bioenergy Future (EBF) conference will return on 28 – 29 November 2023 at BluePoint Brussels (Blvd Auguste Reyers 80, 1030), with a rich program and interesting pre- and post-conference events. Organized by Bioenergy Europe, EBF has been established as a leading event for the European bioenergy sector, bringing together policy and market actors. EBF 2023 key topics…
European Bioenergy Future (EBF) conference from 28 – 29 November 2023 will return at BluePoint Brussels (Auguste Reyerslaan 80, 1030), with a rich program and interesting pre- and post-conference events. EBF, organized by Bioenergy Europe, is designed as a leading event for the European bioenergy sector, bringing together policy and market actors. EBF 2023 most important topics The bioenergy sector is in a…
