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SUMMARY:Demonstrating Bio-based Solutions for a Greener Ireland
DESCRIPTION:In this event\, the outcomes of the InformBio project will be demonstrated. \nInformBio aims to deliver a Bioeconomy Foresight Analysis providing a clear roadmap towards a sustainable bioeconomy for Ireland\, along with the tools to rigorously measure progress towards this objective. It combines data driven research\, analysis\, and modelling with input from expert thematic groups\, ensuring robust and informed outcomes for industry\, policy makers and other relevant groups. \nBy integrating biomass mapping\, value-chain analysis\, life-cycle assessment and scenario modelling\, the project\, for the first time\, attempts to quantify the potential of the bioeconomy to contribute to Ireland’s climate and sustainability targets. \nMoreover\, the project positions Ireland as a front-runner among EU member states\, by developing a prototype national bioeconomy monitoring system\, enabling stakeholders to track the development and progress of the national bioeconomy against key bioeconomy indicators. \nLogin here.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/demonstrating-bio-based-solutions-for-a-greener-ireland/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Citizens,Industry,Online,Policymakers,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241016T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241016T140000
DTSTAMP:20241003T121554Z
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Funding Gap: Scaling Innovations in Circular Bioeconomy
DESCRIPTION: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 what enabled them to secure scaling funding and where they faced challenges. Additionally\, investors active in the field will provide insights into their funding instruments\, and what they look for in companies. This event will be followed subsequently by live online pitching sessions for bio-businesses to enhance successful matches and exposure (organised by IBF). \nRegister here. \nOr find more information here.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/bridging-the-funding-gap-scaling-innovations-in-circular-bioeconomy/
LOCATION:Guiness Enterprise Centre\, Taylor's Lane\, The Liberties\, Dublin\, D08 YPP9\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Discussion,In-person,Industry,Online,Policymakers,Researchers,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241016T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241016T160000
DTSTAMP:20241007T090934Z
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UID:14129-1729087200-1729094400@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:We Built This City on Rock and Coal – Sligo
DESCRIPTION:We Built This City on Rock and Coal brings scientists and theatre-makers to the rural west of Ireland for a co-created comedy show driven by hopepunk\, climate research\, music\, and what matters most to the local community. It’s a show that’s fun for you\, and good for the planet! We believe that every individual and their community can be part of a solution to climate change. \nThe show holds space for audience members to speak up and/or be interviewed. These source materials are used by international improvisation experts to inspire scenes\, songs and sketches that are unique to each show and community. \nThe performance will start at 2pm – after the performance and a quick break\, we will then host a fun and informal workshop where you can chat about the challenges to living more sustainably in your area and learn what you can do both as an individual and with your community to have a positive impact on the environment. We will share some simple eco changes you can make in your daily life such as reducing plastic\, how to be more sustainable with your clothes and the benefits of climate friendly food choices. You will come away more informed and empowered on how to take action on climate by living more sustainably. \nWe Built This City on Rock and Coal is a recipient of the Creative Climate Action fund\, an initiative from the Creative Ireland Programme. This event is supported by BiOrbic\, Ireland’s bioeconomy research centre. \nMore information about these shows is available at http://webuiltthiscity.ie/ \nRegister for this event here.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/we-built-this-city-on-rock-and-coal-sligo/
LOCATION:Number 45\, 45 High St\, Magheraboy\, Sligo\, Sligo\, F91 WC79\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Citizens,In-person,Performance,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T094500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T170000
DTSTAMP:20240910T164443Z
CREATED:20240910T164348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T164443Z
UID:13985-1729158300-1729184400@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Sustainable Food Systems & Circular Bioeconomy Policy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop brings together diverse policymakers and public service policy implementers whose work intersects with developing sustainable food systems and a circular bio-based economy in Ireland. The workshop will elaborate the results of ongoing research projects concerning food systems and circular bioeconomy policy and public services\, and aims to better understand:\n \n\nhow different areas of public policy and public service can shape\, and are shaped by\, developments in Irish food systems and bio-based sectors;\nwhat is required within and by public services in order to foster sustainable food systems and bioeconomy development;\nhow research can support policymakers and those working in public services to achieve those objectives.\n\n\nThe workshop will be facilitated by the Science Foundation Ireland-funded Food Resource Efficiency Decision support (FRED) project\, Environmental Protection Agency-funded EnableBio project\, and Horizon Europe-funded EU4Advice project. \nTo register please contact tracey.oconnor@mtu.ie
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/sustainable-food-systems-circular-bioeconomy-policy-workshop/
LOCATION:University College Dublin\, Dublin\, D04 V1W8\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:In-person,Policymakers,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T123000
DTSTAMP:20240911T094418Z
CREATED:20240911T094418Z
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UID:14071-1729159200-1729168200@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Farmer Involvement in the Bioeconomy – What’s Happening in Ireland and Europe
DESCRIPTION: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 proceedings will explore possible solutions to the challenges that face farming from emission reduction targets to nutrient management and storage and water quality. These diversification opportunities may present a pathway to a more resilient future and should also deliver economic benefit. The speakers and agenda should be of interest to farmers\, advisors\, co-operatives and agribusinesses as well as those concerned with the environmental and economic sustainability of our agri-food system. Topics will include the latest policy developments\, the immediate opportunities that processed manures present\, the potential of anaerobic digestion at scale (Danish example)\, cooperative bioeconomy developments in France\, an update on recent announcements Farm Zero C and ICOS Skillnet activities.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/farmer-involvement-in-the-bioeconomy-whats-happening-in-ireland-and-europe/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advisors,Online,Producers,Researchers,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T210000
DTSTAMP:20241007T090414Z
CREATED:20241007T085633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T090414Z
UID:14123-1729195200-1729198800@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:We Built This City on Rock and Coal - Inisheer
DESCRIPTION:We Built This City on Rock and Coal brings scientists and theatre-makers to the rural west of Ireland for a co-created comedy show driven by hopepunk\, climate research\, music\, and what matters most to the local community. It’s a show that’s fun for you\, and good for the planet! We believe that every individual and their community can be part of a solution to climate change. \nThe show holds space for audience members to speak up and/or be interviewed. These source materials are used by international improvisation experts to inspire scenes\, songs and sketches that are unique to each show and community. \nDoors open at 7:45 for an 8pm start – after the performance and a quick break\, we will then host a fun and informal workshop where you can chat about the challenges to living more sustainably in your area and learn what you can do both as an individual and with your community to have a positive impact on the environment. We will share some simple eco changes you can make in your daily life such as reducing plastic\, how to be more sustainable with your clothes and the benefits of climate friendly food choices. You will come away more informed and empowered on how to take action on climate by living more sustainably. \nWe Built This City on Rock and Coal is a recipient of the Creative Climate Action fund\, an initiative from the Creative Ireland Programme. This event is supported by BiOrbic\, Ireland’s bioeconomy research centre. \nMore information about these shows is available at http://webuiltthiscity.ie/ \nRegister for this event here.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/we-built-this-city-on-rock-and-coal-inisheer/
LOCATION:Aras Eanna Arts Centre\, An Tuar\, County Galway\, 3F79+RH\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Citizens,In-person,Performance,Students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241019
DTSTAMP:20241003T122215Z
CREATED:20240911T091842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T122215Z
UID:14061-1729209600-1729295999@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Smart Farming and Bioeconomy: Shaping Tomorrow’s Agriculture
DESCRIPTION: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 communities and agricultural areas by making them more sustainable. It will focus on reducing waste\, reusing nutrients\, and supporting eco-friendly\, biobased farming practices. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change for Ireland’s agricultural landscape.s.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/envisioning-sustainable-futures/
LOCATION:Clonakilty Agricultural College\, Darrary\, Clonakilty\, Cork\, P85 AX52\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Educators,In-person,Industry,Networking,Policymakers,Producers,Researchers,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241018T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241018T110000
DTSTAMP:20240910T163040Z
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UID:13979-1729245600-1729249200@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Proteins to Packaging - The Potential of the Irish Bioeconomy
DESCRIPTION:The TU Dublin School of Food Science and Environmental Health will host an activity-based event in the Central Quad labs (Grangegorman campus) lab on Friday 18th of October. There will be a variety of agri-food related applications of bioeconomy including demonstrations and hand on activities. For example\, activities in our bioeconomy suite will use microalgae; in the Food Innovation Lab will focus on food waste valorisation/nutraceuticals/product development and one of the research groups will look at bioplastics films from agricultural waste. \nThis free event is open to staff\, students and members of the general public of all ages. \nFor any queries contact school.fseh@tudublin.ie or gemma.kinsella@tudublin.ie
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/proteins-to-packaging-the-potential-of-the-irish-bioeconomy/
LOCATION:TU Dublin Central Quad\, Grangegorman Lower\, Dublin 7\, D07 ADY7
CATEGORIES:Citizens,Demonstration,In-person,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241018T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241018T120000
DTSTAMP:20240930T121736Z
CREATED:20240930T120349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T121736Z
UID:14106-1729249200-1729252800@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Brewers' Spent Grain: Unlocking the Potential for Ireland's Bioeconomy
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our exciting online event hosted by DCU\, “Brewers’ Spent Grain: Unlocking the Potential for Ireland’s Bioeconomy”. We will gather a diverse group of professionals from the brewing industry\, academia\, and sustainability sectors to explore the innovative uses of spent grain—one of the most abundant byproducts of beer production. As we delve into the challenges and opportunities presented by this resource\, we will discuss its potential applications in various fields\, including bioplastics and food industry. \nJoin us as we foster collaboration\, share insights\, and inspire solutions that contribute to a sustainable future for Ireland’s bioeconomy. \nRegister here.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/brewers-spent-grain-unlocking-the-potential-for-irelands-bioeconomy/
CATEGORIES:Citizens,Online,Students,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241018T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241018T133000
DTSTAMP:20241016T153634Z
CREATED:20241010T073414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T153634Z
UID:14181-1729252800-1729258200@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Green Innovation in the Midlands: Social and Economic Transformation in the Bioeconomy
DESCRIPTION: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 brings together stakeholders to explore the challenges and opportunities of developing the Midlands Bioeconomy. \nRegistration required to attend the event. \nRegistration link: https://forms.office.com/e/Na2eGDT9nM
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/green-innovation-in-the-midlands-social-and-economic-transformation-in-the-bioeconomy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advisors,Citizens,Discussion,Educators,Industry,Online,Policymakers,Producers,Researchers,Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Green-Midlands.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241018T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241018T170000
DTSTAMP:20240918T132422Z
CREATED:20240910T182015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T132422Z
UID:14007-1729260000-1729270800@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Thesis in Trees
DESCRIPTION:Come to the National Botanic Gardens and learn about all the new technologies scientists are developing from wood! \nAs part of Bioeconomy Ireland Week\, PhD researchers from the innovative ‘NxtGenWood‘ Project will come together to engage the public in the latest wood and tree related research. Eight researchers\, stationed around the gardens\, will present their innovative research in three minutes with the help of engaging physical props. This unique event will allow you to interact directly with researchers and chat about their work in an informal and scenic setting. A child-friendly map and treasure hunt will be provided to keep the kids engaged! \nThis is a free but ticketed event via Eventbrite. Register here.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/thesis-in-trees/
LOCATION:The National Botanic Gardens\, Glasnevin\, Dublin\, D09 VY63\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Children,Citizens,Educators,In-person,Students,Talks,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241019T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241019T213000
DTSTAMP:20241007T091500Z
CREATED:20241007T091500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T091500Z
UID:14134-1729364400-1729373400@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:We Built This City on Rock and Coal - Clare Island
DESCRIPTION:We Built This City on Rock and Coal brings scientists and theatre-makers to the rural west of Ireland for a co-created comedy show driven by hopepunk\, climate research\, music\, and what matters most to the local community. It’s a show that’s fun for you\, and good for the planet! We believe that every individual and their community can be part of a solution to climate change. \nThe show holds space for audience members to speak up and/or be interviewed. These source materials are used by international improvisation experts to inspire scenes\, songs and sketches that are unique to each show and community. \nThe performance will start at 2pm – after the performance and a quick break\, we will then host a fun and informal workshop where you can chat about the challenges to living more sustainably in your area and learn what you can do both as an individual and with your community to have a positive impact on the environment. We will share some simple eco changes you can make in your daily life such as reducing plastic\, how to be more sustainable with your clothes and the benefits of climate friendly food choices. You will come away more informed and empowered on how to take action on climate by living more sustainably. \nWe Built This City on Rock and Coal is a recipient of the Creative Climate Action fund\, an initiative from the Creative Ireland Programme. This event is supported by BiOrbic\, Ireland’s bioeconomy research centre. \nMore information about these shows is available at http://webuiltthiscity.ie/ \n\nRegister for this event here.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/we-built-this-city-on-rock-and-coal-clare-island/
LOCATION:Clare Island Community Centre\, Clare Island\, Capnagower\,\, Westport\, Co. Mayo\, R23W+3V\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Citizens,In-person,Performance,Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/WBTC-Clare-Island-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241024T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241024T161500
DTSTAMP:20241008T092701Z
CREATED:20241008T092701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T092701Z
UID:14168-1729760400-1729786500@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Circular Dairy Summit 2024
DESCRIPTION: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 summit is a must-attend for anyone passionate about advancing sustainability within the Irish dairy sector. \nAt the summit\, there will be thought-provoking discussions on key topics such as policy alignment\, infrastructure development and market innovation. We’ll explore how targeted policies can integrate circular economy practices into dairy processing and how innovative solutions like resource recycling and anaerobic digestion can close critical infrastructure gaps. Industry leaders will share insights on creating demand for sustainable dairy products and fostering partnerships across the supply chain. \nFind more information on the website.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/circular-dairy-summit-2024/
LOCATION:The Osprey Hotel\, Devoy Quarter\, Naas West\, Naas\, Kildare\, W91 X40K\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Advisors,Discussion,In-person,Industry,Networking,Policymakers,Producers,Researchers,Talks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Circular-Dairy.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTSTAMP:20250911T093916Z
CREATED:20250911T093916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T093916Z
UID:15025-1760313600-1760313600@irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie
SUMMARY:Agri-food ‘Waste’ in the Circular Bioeconomy: Regulatory Insights
DESCRIPTION:Ireland’s dairy\, meat and marine sectors produce many unavoidable ‘wastes’ and by-products. The EPA-funded EnableBIO project is identifying opportunities and regulatory barriers and bottlenecks to their utilisation. Join this webinar to find out more.
URL:https://irishbioeconomy.ucd.ie/event/agri-food-waste-in-the-circular-bioeconomy-regulatory-insights/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Talks
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