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- [Home](https://bio4circularity.eu/) - Creating a circular future through Bio-based Solutions Explore our website and join us in the journey towards a more bio-based and circular future Get Involved Explore Our Circular Mission and Vision In the time of polycrisis, including a broad range of environmental challenges, the quest for a circular instead of a linear system is urgent.
- [Premium Members](https://bio4circularity.eu/team/) - Meet Our Premium Members Premium Member benefit of great advantages Current Premium Members TalTech TalTech is the sole technological university in Estonia. It is the most international university in Estonia. TalTech is a research-based university offering Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorate degrees in engineering, natural sciences, IT, business and maritime studies.Renewed study programmes that target the
- [About](https://bio4circularity.eu/about/) - The Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network Welcome to Bio4Circularity. Let's create a more sustainable and circular future. The Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network is operated by the Environmental Management and Circular Economy Division within the Research and Transfer Centre “Sustainable development and Climate Change Management” at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences. Our Mission The mission of the B4C
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- [Contact](https://bio4circularity.eu/contact/) - Connect with Bio4Circularity Reach out to us for information on bio-based solutions and our latest events. Contact Bio4Circularity Dr. Jelena Barbir Director of Environmental Management and Circular Economy Division Research and Transfer Centre „Sustainable Development and Climate Change Management“ Hamburg University of Applied Sciences Faculty of Life Sciences Ulmenliet 20, 21033 Hamburg info@bio4circularity.eu Tel.: +49
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## News

- [Annual Premium Member In-person Meeting 2026](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/annual-premium-member-in-person-meeting-2026/) - The network's annual Premium Member meeting took place on 1–2 June 2026, in Hamburg, bringing together the premium members for two days of structured exchange, collaborative work, and strategic alignment. The first day was dedicated to presentations covering the network's key achievements, updates on Horizon Europe and CBE-JU funding opportunities, and formal introductions from new
- [Bio4Circularity Network in China: the Sino-German Frontiers of Science and Technology Symposium 2026 and the Hamburg Liaison Office in Shanghai](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/bio4circularity-network-in-china-the-sino-german-frontiers-of-science-and-technology-symposium-2026-and-the-hamburg-liaison-office-in-shanghai/) - The Bio4Circularity network was represented at the Sino-German Frontiers of Science and Technology Symposium 2026, hosted by the @Humboldt Foundation, which focused on connecting experts from different disciplines on resilience through innovation in systematic preparedness for interconnected crises. Our director, @Dr. Jelena Barbir presented how the Bio4Circularity Network contributes to advancing Europe’s biobased economy, a
- [ABSTRACT CALL:  Innovation in the Circularity of Plastic Materials](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/abstract-call-innovation-in-the-circularity-of-plastic-materials/) - Abstracts are currently being accepted for an opportunity to publish a chapter in the forthcoming Springer Book: Innovation in the Circularity of Plastic Materials Springer Books are high-quality, academic publications from Springer Nature. The book “Innovation in the Circularity of Plastic Materials” belongs to the World Sustainability Series, which contains 80+ volumes published between 2015 and 2026.
- [Bio4Circularity bi-annual meeting 2026](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/bio4circularity-bi-annual-meeting-2026/) - Last Friday, on the 6th of February 2026, our bi-annual meeting took place online, gathering representatives from around 19 institutions across Europe as Bio4Circularity Network Premium Members. The meeting served as a joint discussion platform to advance the network’s contribution to advancing the bio/based solutions for a circular and sustainable future. Key project proposal funding
- [Network Highlights of 2025](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/network-highlights-of-2025/) - The Bio4Circularity network continues to gain momentum, marking a successful second year of operation. Since the concept was introduced in 2024, premium members have collaborated on developing new project ideas and proposals. At the network’s kick-off, the first members of Bio4Circularity included Manchester Metropolitan University, IVL Swedish Environment Institute, MeKreo Engineering, Prospex Institute, Tallinn University
- [From Results to Impact: CO₂ Reduction in Practice](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/from-results-to-impact-co₂-reduction-in-practice/) - We are delighted to announce that Viktoria Voronova, representing Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network Premium Member Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech), participated in the recently held BALTIPLAST Final Conference, and highlighted how CO₂ footprint calculations can effectively translate plastic prevention measures into measurable climate impact. By assessing emissions before and after implementation of plastic reduction measures, pilots across businesses, municipalities, schools, and households
- [RefreSCAR Hackathon: Protein Value Chains - Two Days of Collaboration and New Ideas](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/refrescar-hackathon-protein-value-chains-two-days-of-collaboration-and-new-ideas/) - We are excited to share the update about a Hackathon, organised by Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network Premium Member Foodscale Hub. The recent RefreSCAR Hackathon, “Protein Value Chains: Global demand, Local challenges,” brought together innovators, researchers, and practitioners to tackle key challenges in Europe’s protein landscape. The event welcomed distinguished keynote speakers who presented the European
- [Decarbonising the plastic industry: A review of carbon emissions in the lifecycle of plastics production](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/decarbonising-the-plastic-industry-a-review-of-carbon-emissions-in-the-lifecycle-of-plastics-production/) - The role of plastics is well-documented in the literature reflecting on its impact on a global economy, planetary and human health. However, there is an urgent need for additional studies analysing their carbon emissions and ways to handle them. Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network premium members – TalTech, Manchester Metropolitan University and HAW Hamburg - have worked
- [RefreSCAR 1st Hackathon: “Protein Value Chains: Global demand, Local challenges”](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/refrescar-1st-hackathon-protein-value-chains-global-demand-local-challenges/) - RefreSCAR is launching its first hackathon to bring together innovators, researchers, SMEs, practitioners, and policymakers in a dynamic two-day event. The challenge: design practical and scalable solutions to strengthen Europe’s protein value chains. About the RefreSCAR Hackathon The RefreSCAR project, funded under Horizon Europe, supports the Standing Committee on Agricultural Research (SCAR) in its mission
- [Sustainable alternatives to plastics for single-use food packaging](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/sustainable-alternatives-to-plastics-for-single-use-food-packaging/) - We are proud to announce that yet another research paper was published, through a collaboration between Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network premium members. TICASS and HAW Hamburg conducted a research that explored the suitability of bio-based PolyButylene Succinate (PBS) as a sustainable alternative to plastics for single-use packaging. Originally, PBS can be produced from different feedstocks, some
- [Registrations for “Scientific Publishing” seminar are now open](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/registrations-for-scientific-publishing-seminar-are-now-open/) - Are you a student, researcher or teaching staff engaged in the area of sustainability? Do you want to understand the key elements of scientific publishing such as manuscript preparation, peer review, ethical considerations, publication metrics, and future trends? Do you want to learn from the experts in the field? If yes, the seminar on ‘Scientific
- [Bio4Circularity Members facilitate workshops for young researchers](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/bio4circularity-members-facilitate-workshops-for-young-researchers/) - The recently concluded "Young Researchers for a Plastic Free Baltic Sea Region” workshop, organised by Hamburg University of Applied Sciences and the Baltic University Program (BUP) was a unique mix of knowledge exchange, networking and fun. The three-day event brought together around 30 master's and PhD students at BUP participating universities and other universities in the
- [Bio4Circularity Network organises a workshop for students in Baltic Sea Region](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/bio4circularity-network-organises-a-workshop-for-students-in-baltic-sea-region/) - Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network has joined forces with Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg), the Interreg Baltic-funded project BALTIPLAST and the Baltic University Programme (BUP) to organise a three-day workshop for current Master's and PhD students at BUP participating universities and other universities in the Baltic Sea Region (BSR). Titled, "Young Researchers for a Plastic
- [Bio4Circularity Network helps to co-ordinate a national-level event](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/bio4circularity-network-helps-to-co-ordinate-a-national-level-event/) - Premium members of the Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network were recently involved in a national-level event, which also marked the launch of CheMatSustain (CMS) Facility. The public event was open to researchers, industrial professionals, policymakers and all stakeholders interested in enhancing the safety and sustainability of chemicals and nanomaterials through innovation. Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW
- [Second day of the Kick-off meeting: Joint discussions & collaborations (Part II) ](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/second-day-of-the-kick-off-meeting-joint-discussions-collaborations-part-ii/) - One of Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network’s key missions is to contribute to a circular economy with innovative approaches, through conducting research projects, organising professional events and producing scientific publications to support a smooth transition to circularity across the bio-based value chain. As such, we had dedicated a considerable amount of time during the Kick-off meeting to
- [Call for book chapters: Innovation in the Circularity of Plastic Materials](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/call-for-book-chapters-innovation-in-the-circularity-of-plastic-materials/) - There is an urgent need for innovations in the circularity of plastic materials, as the traditional linear production models contribute significantly to issue of plastic waste pollution, resource depletion and climate change. On the other hand, circular methods aim to reduce waste, enhance the longevity of materials used and minimise the resource extraction, all the
- [Second day of Kick-off Meeting – Part 1](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/second-day-of-kick-off-meeting-part-1/) - The second day of the Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network Kick-off Meeting was held on 3rd April 2025 at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg) campus in Bergedorf. The first half of the day saw a series of introductions, not just from the team working behind B4C Network, but also from the premium members. Dr.
- [Glimpses from the B4C Kick-off Meeting – Part I (Welcome dinner) ](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/glimpses-from-the-b4c-kick-off-meeting-part-i-welcome-dinner/) - The Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network hosted a Kick-off meeting for our premium network members from 2 – 3 April, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany. The event started with a welcome dinner for the attendees at the renowned Schifferbörse Restaurant in Hamburg and saw attendance from members representing institutions such as Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech), Kaunas University
- [Agenda for Bio4Circularity Network Kick-off Meeting 2025 ](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/agenda-for-bio4circularity-network-kick-off-meeting-2025/) - The Bio4Circularity Team is busy with preparations for the upcoming Kick-off Meeting from 2 – 3 April 2025. With less than two weeks to go, we are working to ensure that the first ever meeting of the B4C Network goes smoothly and efficiently! The Kick-off Meeting will officially start on 2 April 2025, where we
- [Call for Contributions: "Innovative Approaches to Handle Plastic Waste and Foster Bio-based Plastics Production"](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/call-for-contributions-innovative-approaches-to-handle-plastic-waste-and-foster-bio-based-plastics-production/) - On behalf of our premium member - Kaunas University of Technology, we would like to invite contributions to our forthcoming edition, "Innovative Approaches to Handle Plastic Waste and Foster Bio-based Plastics Production", from scholars, researchers, and practitioners engaged in the field. The book will touch upon themes such as plastic waste management strategies, innovations in
- [Bio4Circularity successfully participates in BIC Matchmaking Event 2025](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/bio4circularity-successfully-participates-in-bic-matchmaking-event-2025/) - Bio4Circularity successfully participates in BIC Matchmaking Event 2025 Dr. Jelena Barbir, Director of Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network, successfully participated in the exclusive Matchmaking Event by Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) on 12th February 2025 at Brussels. BIC is the leading industry association putting circularity, innovation and sustainability at the heart of the European bioeconomy. At their
- [The scientific paper co-authored by B4C Network members enjoy major success](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/the-scientific-paper-co-authored-by-b4c-network-members-enjoy-major-success/) - A research paper was co-authored by premium members of the Bio4Circularity network - Kaunas University, TalTECH, Prospex Institute, TICASS and Manchester Metropolitan University, in cooperation with HAW Hamburg. Titled ‘Assessing Provisions and Requirements for the Sustainable Production of Plastics: Towards Achieving SDG 12 from the Consumers’ Perspective’, the paper was successfully published in Sustainability, an
- [Title: Bio4Circularity Network Kick-off Meeting is coming up!](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/title-bio4circularity-network-kick-off-meeting-is-coming-up/) - It is a busy start of the year for Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network, as we are hosting an on-site Kick-off meeting for our network members from 2 - 3 April, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany. The event will be hosted by Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW) and will start off with a joint dinner on the
- [Characterization of the Municipal Plastic and Multilayer Packaging Waste in Three Cities of the Baltic States](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/characterization-of-the-municipal-plastic-and-multilayer-packaging-waste-in-three-cities-of-the-baltic-states/) - We are pleased to share our latest publication, developed in collaboration with our premium members, Tallinn University of Technology and Kaunas University of Technology. This research dives deep into the challenges and opportunities in managing plastic and multilayer packaging waste across the Baltic region and offers insight into the importance of regional collaboration for sustainable waste management. PublicationDownload
- [Our webpage is on-line!](https://bio4circularity.eu/news/our-webpage-is-on-line/) - Bio4Circularity webpage go live, join us in our exciting network!

## Events

- [-External- Future of BioPackaging 2026](https://bio4circularity.eu/event/external-future-of-biopackaging-2026/) - On October 1, 2026, #FoBPack2026 – Future of BioPackaging 2026 will take place as a free international online event dedicated to sustainable, bio-based, recyclable, and circular packaging solutions. The event will bring together decision-makers, industry professionals, brand owners, packaging experts, material developers, startups, investors, research institutions, and other stakeholders from across the packaging value chain.
- [Premium Members In-person Meeting](https://bio4circularity.eu/event/premium-members-in-person-meeting/) - Premium Members only. In this annual in-person meeting, we will collaborate in different formats to co-create upcoming proposals in Horizon and CBE-JU, as well as other funding lines. Furthermore, we will reflect on the first half of the year, evaluate how we can improve our work progress, and brainstorm on further ideas for future collaboration.
- [-External- Conference 'Social Innovations for Sustainable Regional Development'](https://bio4circularity.eu/event/external-conference-social-innovations-for-sustainable-regional-development/) - This conference, held since 2004, has consistently fostered an environment of intellectual growth and collaboration. This year's conference is connected to both Klaipeda University (KU) and The Baltic University Programme (BUP), celebrating their 35th anniversaries. These are the conference panels: Smart, Social and Sustainable Tourism for Regional Competitiveness Social Innovations in Management and Economics
- [Invitation only – 80th Anniversary of the Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry](https://bio4circularity.eu/event/invitation-only-80th-anniversary-of-the-latvian-state-institute-of-wood-chemistry/) - The Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry (LSIWC) is celebrating its 80th anniversary, under the event Technology Transfer & Cooperation, on the 6th of May, in Riga. To celebrate LSIWC’s applied research in the field of wood chemistry, bio-based materials, and biorefineries, the event will include discussions, networking, and showcasing of the Institute’s Pilot-Scale Hangar and recent industrial collaborations! The
- [B4C Premium Members Online Meeting](https://bio4circularity.eu/event/b4c-premium-members-online-meeting/) - Premium Members only. We will discuss the planned proposals for funding Horizon Europe and CBE-JU calls, create an overview of each member’s expertise, and explore how we can leverage our combined interdisciplinary knowledge base in 2026. Additionally, we will focus on upcoming events and scientific article planning.
- [Bio4Circularity Network Kick-off Meeting](https://bio4circularity.eu/event/bio4circularity-network-kick-off-meeting/) - Kick-off meeting for Bio4Circularity (B4C) Network members . This meeting will focus on various aspects of our collaboration, including exploring potential joint project proposals and identifying areas of possible effective collaborative work. Additionally, opportunities for joint publications will be explored, aiming to share insights through collaborative writing. Another key aspect will be discussing opportunities for

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