Diversity in Bioeconomy

Portershed Eyre Square, Galway

The aim of this event is to create a platform for networking among the diverse range of people that work in the bioeconomy sector in Ireland. Firstly, through shining a spotlight on entrepreneurs, researchers and experts who are advancing the Irish bioeconomy enhancing our economic competitiveness on the global stage. This will be followed by […]

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BioWill – creating a biorefinery for Willow Trees

Online

BioWILL is an Interreg NWE funded project focusing on Integrated "Zero Waste" Biorefinery utilising all fractions of Willow feedstock for the production of high to medium based Bio-Chemicals/Materials, Renewable Energy in the form of Bio Methane production and Natural Fertilisers. Existing biorefinery technologies focus on food waste (AgriChemWhey), algae (Abacus), forestry residue (Bioforever) for the […]

Biocircularity in Action Summit

Teagasc Ashtown Food Research Centre Ashtown, Dublin, Ireland

This one-day Summit will bring together committed Irish food sector companies to share knowledge, highlight the opportunities and discuss the challenges in creating new sustainable, commercial opportunities within the circular bioeconomy. This event brings together thought leaders, industry experts, and food innovators for a day of insightful discussions, networking, and collaboration. Following a ministerial opening, […]

National Bioenergy Conference

Royal Marine Hotel Marine Rd, Dún Laoghaire,, Dublin, Ireland

Be at the forefront of Ireland’s bioenergy and biogas/biomethane sectors innovation and development by attending the IrBEA's 23rd National Bioenergy Conference which takes place at the Royal Marine Hotel, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin on Thursday the 10th of October 2024. As Europe accelerates its mobilisation of renewable energy, Ireland stands at a pivotal moment to […]

Bioeconomy Ireland Week Launch

Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications Tom Johnson House, Haddington Road, Dublin

BIW Launch Event: Utilising Organic Waste Streams within the Circular Bioeconomy This launch event will officially open Bioeconomy Ireland Week, followed by presentations and a panel discussion featuring key stakeholders from industry and policy. A workshop will take place in the second half after a break. The workshop will focus on the creation of a […]

Towards 2030: Developing a Circular Bioeconomy Governance Model

Southern Regional Assembly Assembly House, O'Connell Street, Waterford, Waterford, Ireland

Towards 2030: Developing a Circular Bioeconomy Governance Model for our Communities, Cities and Regions The Southern Regional Assembly and MTU will host a BETA Testing Validation Workshop with regional and local authorities and bioeconomy stakeholders in furtherance of ROBIN project objectives. This event will build upon the outcomes of previous alpha validation testing workshops of […]

Demonstrating Bio-based Solutions for Rural Communities

Radisson Blu Hotel Northgate St, Athlone, Westmeath, Ireland

The Department of Rural and Community Development (DRCD) is continuing its series of stakeholder engagement events to discuss a number of important topics featured in ‘Our Rural Future – Ireland’s Rural Development Policy 2021-2025’. The theme of this event is: Demonstrating Biobased Solutions for Rural Communities Ireland’s first National Bioeconomy Action Plan was published in 2023. It […]

Bridging the Funding Gap: Scaling Innovations in Circular Bioeconomy

Guiness Enterprise Centre Taylor's Lane, The Liberties, Dublin, Ireland

During this session, we will engage with representatives from companies, key experts and investors to explore available funding instruments as well as the challenges and gaps for scaling innovation. Discussions will focus on how to achieve better alignment between companies and investors. Three bio-economy relevant companies will share their experiences in securing finance and discuss […]

Farmer Involvement in the Bioeconomy – What’s Happening in Ireland and Europe

Online

This online event hosted by The Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS) will focus on developments in the bioeconomy which offer potential opportunities for farmers here in Ireland. The event will run from 10am to 12.15 pm on Thursday, October 17th and will be moderated by Damien O’Reilly, European Affairs and Communications Manager, ICOS. The mornings […]

Smart Farming and Bioeconomy: Shaping Tomorrow’s Agriculture

Clonakilty Agricultural College Darrary, Clonakilty, Cork, Ireland

Three leading MTU research projects—ReNu2Cycle, MainstreamBIO, and SIMONE— are joining forces to shape the future of Irish agriculture. They will host an interactive workshop at Clonakilty Agricultural College during Bioeconomy Ireland Week, focusing on sustainable farming practices and circular bioeconomy innovations. The event will explore how new biobased ideas can help strengthen small farms, rural […]

Green Innovation in the Midlands: Social and Economic Transformation in the Bioeconomy

Online

As part of the ORIGINN Project, EMRA invites you to participate in a discussion on the development of the Bioeconomy in the Midlands counties of Longford, Westmeath, Offaly, and Laois. With a talk from Dr Jon Paul Faulkner of UCD on the potential of the Bioeconomy to drive rural social and economic transformation, the event […]

Circular Dairy Summit 2024

The Osprey Hotel Devoy Quarter, Naas West, Naas, Kildare, Ireland

The Circular Dairy Summit, takes place on October 24th at the Osprey Hotel, Naas. This exciting event will feature the official launch of the Dairy Processing Technology Centre's (DPTC) pivotal position statement, "Circular Dairy Bioeconomy in Ireland: Harnessing Opportunities for a Sustainable Future." Supported by the University of Limerick’s Kemmy Business School and BiOrbic, this […]