Bioeconomy Ireland

Empowering Ireland's Farmers and Foresters: A Focus on Biobased Solutions through BBioNets
2024-10-15 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Online
An insightful webinar hosted by BBioNets during the Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2024! This engaging online event will bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and passionate advocates of the bioeconomy from prominent EIP-AGRI and national/international projects to explore the transformative potential of biomass resources in driving sustainability and economic growth in Ireland. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation on how Ireland can lead the way in sustainable bioeconomic development.

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Demonstrating Bio-based Solutions for Rural Communities
2024-10-15 11:00 - 13:30 | Radisson Blu Hotel, Northgate St, Athlone, Westmeath, N37 A8X9, 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 has a strong focus on bringing sustainable scientific practices, technologies, and biobased innovation into use in Ireland, containing 33 actions across seven pillars.
The Plan aims to further develop Ireland’s bioeconomy, in social, economic and policy terms, in the period 2023 to 2025, particularly increasing awareness and understanding of the bioeconomy more broadly.
It will ensure support for the goal of moving biobased innovation and solutions from research to sustainable and circular industrial production with accelerated pace, and will support greater investment in demonstrating the bioeconomy, providing exemplars, and ensuring support for interactions and progress among multiple actors, including in local communities, businesses, primary producers, scientific communities, policymakers, social movements, and interest groups.
This forum is scheduled to coincide with Bioeconomy Ireland Week, an annual event held to highlight and raise awareness of Ireland’s rapidly growing bioeconomy, with awareness raising initiatives involving industry, local communities, producers, researchers and students throughout Ireland.
The event will provide an opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities that impact on rural communities and economies. Attendees will learn more about ongoing work relating to key objectives contained in the Bioeconomy Action Plan, and engage with a panel of expert stakeholders.
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Decarbonising Opportunities: The Role of Bioeconomy
2024-10-16 09:30 - 16:00 | National Bioeconomy Campus, Lisheen Anner Hotel. Dublin Road, Thurles Townparks, Thurles, Tipperary, E41 X789, Ireland
Learn more about the role of bioeconomy in decarbonising the Irish regions! The workshop is as part of a series of “mentoring workshops” organised by the CAROs.

An overview of bioeconomy in Ireland and the existing action plan

An overview of biomass available by region

Introduction to mapping biomass flows and opportunities for decarbonisation

Connection between the decarbonisation opportunities and the three strategic pathways of emission reductions, substitution and regeneration

Develop an understanding of the potential opportunities the bioeconomy has in the attainment of their climate targets

Demonstrating Bio-based Solutions for a Greener Ireland
2024-10-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
In this event, the outcomes of the InformBio project will be demonstrated.
InformBio 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.
By 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.
Moreover, 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.
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Bridging the Funding Gap: Scaling Innovations in Circular Bioeconomy
2024-10-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Guiness Enterprise Centre, Taylor's Lane, The Liberties, Dublin, D08 YPP9, 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 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).
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We Built This City on Rock and Coal – Sligo
2024-10-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Number 45, 45 High St, Magheraboy, Sligo, Sligo, F91 WC79, Ireland
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.
The 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.
The 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.
We 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.
More information about these shows is available at http://webuiltthiscity.ie/
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Sustainable Food Systems & Circular Bioeconomy Policy Workshop
2024-10-17 09:45 - 17:00 | University College Dublin, Dublin, D04 V1W8, Ireland
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:

how different areas of public policy and public service can shape, and are shaped by, developments in Irish food systems and bio-based sectors;
what is required within and by public services in order to foster sustainable food systems and bioeconomy development;
how research can support policymakers and those working in public services to achieve those objectives.

The 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.
To register please contact tracey.oconnor@mtu.ie

Farmer Involvement in the Bioeconomy – What’s Happening in Ireland and Europe
2024-10-17 10:00 - 12:30 | 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 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.

We Built This City on Rock and Coal - Inisheer
2024-10-17 20:00 - 21:00 | Aras Eanna Arts Centre, An Tuar, County Galway, 3F79+RH, Ireland
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.
The 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.
Doors 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.
We 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.
More information about these shows is available at http://webuiltthiscity.ie/
Register for this event here.

Smart Farming and Bioeconomy: Shaping Tomorrow’s Agriculture
2024-10-18 | Clonakilty Agricultural College, Darrary, Clonakilty, Cork, P85 AX52, 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 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.

Proteins to Packaging - The Potential of the Irish Bioeconomy
2024-10-18 10:00 - 11:00 | TU Dublin Central Quad, Grangegorman Lower, Dublin 7, D07 ADY7
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.
This free event is open to staff, students and members of the general public of all ages.
For any queries contact school.fseh@tudublin.ie or gemma.kinsella@tudublin.ie

Brewers' Spent Grain: Unlocking the Potential for Ireland's Bioeconomy
2024-10-18 11:00 - 12:00
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.
Join us as we foster collaboration, share insights, and inspire solutions that contribute to a sustainable future for Ireland’s bioeconomy.
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Green Innovation in the Midlands: Social and Economic Transformation in the Bioeconomy
2024-10-18 12:00 - 13:30 | 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 brings together stakeholders to explore the challenges and opportunities of developing the Midlands Bioeconomy.
Registration required to attend the event.
Registration link: https://forms.office.com/e/Na2eGDT9nM

Thesis in Trees
2024-10-18 14:00 - 17:00 | The National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin, D09 VY63, Ireland
Come to the National Botanic Gardens and learn about all the new technologies scientists are developing from wood!
As 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!
This is a free but ticketed event via Eventbrite. Register here.

How Nature Powers the Rediscovery Centre - Food, Energy and Us
2024-10-19 11:30 - 16:30 | The Rediscovery Centre, The Boiler House, Ballymun Road, Ballymun, Dublin, Dublin, D09 HK58, Ireland
To celebrate Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2024, the Rediscovery Centre invites you to join them for a tour of the Rediscovery Centre to learn about how we work with nature and how nature-based solutions can help us live more sustainably. Join either at 11:30 or 14:00.
A tasty lunch from our Boiler House café will be provided!
Registration will be required as their will be a limit of 15 people per tour. Link coming soon.

We Built This City on Rock and Coal - Clare Island
2024-10-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Clare Island Community Centre, Clare Island, Capnagower,, Westport, Co. Mayo, R23W+3V, Ireland

Circular Dairy Summit 2024
2024-10-24 09:00 - 16:15 | The Osprey Hotel, Devoy Quarter, Naas West, Naas, Kildare, W91 X40K, 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 summit is a must-attend for anyone passionate about advancing sustainability within the Irish dairy sector.
At 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.
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The cost of not developing a circular bioeconomy
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:30
InformBio and Foresight projects
16th October (10-11.30 Irish time)
Online
Why Ireland cannot afford not to invest in the bioeconomy, and how the circular bioeconomy could rescue Irish agriculture?

Todhchaí Ghorm - Blue Future
2025-10-07 08:00 - 2025-10-09 17:00
About the Event
Laurentic Forum
7th-8th October, Carna Co. Galway
Join us for Todhchaí Ghorm – Blue Future, an inspiring two-day event dedicated to ocean sustainability, marine conservation, and Ireland’s emerging blue bioeconomy. Whether you’re a marine professional, sustainability enthusiast, entrepreneur, or simply passionate about our oceans, this workshop offers unparalleled opportunities to learn, network, and shape the future of Marine Bioeconomy in Ireland.

Connect with leading marine biologists, conservationists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers as we explore cutting-edge solutions for ocean challenges and discover the immense potential of Ireland’s blue bioeconomy.
📅 Event Schedule
Day 1 – October 7th
14:30 – Researcher Insights

Dr. Ronan Sulpice, University of Galway – DNA Tagging Innovation in Seaweed – Prove your Irish
Thomas Conroy, FSAI – Safety Considerations of Seaweed and Seaweed-derived Foods Available on the Irish Market
Dr. Maria Hayes, Teagasc – Anti-inflammatory and anti-pain health benefits of seaweeds in food and pharma: Irish participation in the Algae4IBD project.
Paul Keane, Re-Therm – Shifting Energy: The Emerging Wave of Sustainable Energy Sourcing
Dr. Alex Wan, University of Galway – Lobster Hatcheries for Ireland: Sustainable Aquaculture Solutions

16:00 – Practical Workshops Setting up a Marine Business in Ireland

Máire Ní Éinniú, Head of Nua Mara – Financial & Non-Financial Supports – Navigating State Funding
Jessica Giannoumis PhD, Ireland Aquatech Community Manager @ Hatch Blue – About Us: What Hatch Fund Looks for in Marine Investments
David Scanlon, Partner Resolve Ventures – About Us: Resolve Fund Investment Opportunities
Áine-Lisa Shannon, Business Development Lead, BIM – How BIM Supports Marine Enterprise Development
Dara Scott, Founder & CEO of Forbairt Eolaíocht Teo – An Entrepreneur’s Journey: From Feasibility to Success

17:00 – International Opportunities Setting up in Canada
· Caroline Donnelly, Canadian Embassy in Ireland – Marine ecosystem developments in Canada
· Miriam Ní Néill, Údarás na Gaeltachta – Get Up to €185k Support: Market Research & New Markets Validation Grants (50% funding) – Hear All About It!
18:30 – Special Celebration – 50th Anniversary of Carna Research Station
Opened by Prof. Frances Fahy
· Networking drinks and nibbles
· Poster presentations
· Celebrating five decades of marine research excellence
Day 2 – October 8th
09:30 – Blue Bioeconomy Fundamentals
Marine Bioeconomy Explained – From concept to practical application

Dr. Majbritt Bolton-Warberg , Marine Institute- Ireland’s Blue Bioeconomy: Strategic Foundations and Funding Pathways
Dr. Colin Hannon, Atlantic Technological University- Current blue bioeconomy projects and emerging trends
Anton Seoane, Bantry Marine Research Station -From Lab to Farm: Asparagopsis Production and Research Updates
Gareth Murphy, Managing Director, Óir na Farraige – Regenerative Ocean Farming
Laura Broomfield, Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment – Ireland’s Blue Bioeconomy Strategy & Policy Framework

Interactive Strategy Sessions: Participants will contribute to these strategic working groups:
Session 1: “Ireland’s Marine Advantage – Assets & Opportunities”

Map Ireland’s unique marine assets and competitive advantages
Current state assessment vs EU leaders (Denmark, Norway)
Identifying untapped opportunities and economic impact potential

Session 2: “From Sea to Market – Value Chain Development”

Design integrated value chains for marine resources
Aquaculture expansion pathways and marine biotechnology applications
Food innovation and waste-to-value opportunities

Session 3: “Innovation Ecosystem – Research to Commercial Success”

Strengthen the research-to-market pipeline
University-industry collaboration and technology transfer mechanisms
International partnerships and scaling strategies

Session 4: “Coastal Communities – Just Transition & Employment”

Ensure coastal communities benefit from blue economy growth
Skills development and community-led marine initiatives
Traditional fishing sector transformation

Session 5: “Regulatory Framework – Enabling Sustainable Growth”

Design supportive policy and regulatory environment
Streamlined licensing and environmental protection standards
Cross-departmental coordination and EU policy alignment

Session 6: “Climate Solutions – Ocean as Carbon Sink”

Leverage marine systems for climate action
Blue carbon initiatives and offshore renewable energy integration
Marine-based circular economy solutions

Session 7: “Investment & Finance – Funding the Blue Future”

Mobilise investment for marine bioeconomy
Public-private partnerships and EU funding opportunities
Risk-sharing mechanisms and export market strategies

13:00 – Networking Lunch
14:00 – Field Experience Guided Seaweed Walking Tour in Muigh Inis, by The Irish Seaweed Consultancy Ltd.
· Hands-on exploration of Ireland’s marine resources

Expert-led identification and sustainability insights
Understanding local marine ecosystems

🎯 Who Should Attend

Marine bioeconomy entrepreneurs and startup founders
Researchers and marine scientists
Aquaculture professionals and seaweed cultivators
Fishermen exploring diversification opportunities
Food industry professionals interested in marine ingredients
Policy makers and government officials
Investors seeking blue bioeconomy opportunities
Students pursuing marine biotechnology or bioeconomy studies
Anyone interested in the commercial potential of marine resources

✨ What You’ll Gain
🔬 Cutting-edge research insights from leading Irish and international experts💼 Practical knowledge for starting and scaling marine businesses🤝 Valuable networking with industry leaders and peers💰 Funding guidance from key investment and grant organisations🌍 Global perspective on marine sustainability trends📈 Strategic insights into Ireland’s blue bioeconomy policy🏆 Exclusive access to Carna Research Station’s 50th anniversary celebration
🏛️ Supporting Organisations

Nua Mara
Údarás na Gaeltachta
University of Galway
FSAI (Food Safety Authority of Ireland)
Teagasc
Bord Iascaigh Mhara
Enterprise Ireland
Canadian Embassy in Ireland
Marine Institute
Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment

Full detailed agenda and speaker bios will be released soon. Follow this event for updates!

Link To Registration : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/todhchai-ghorm-blue-future-tickets-1669396723539?aff=oddtdtcreator

IrBEA’s 24th National Bioenergy Conference
2025-10-09 08:00 - 17:00
About the Event
Thursday 9th, Killashee Hotel Naas Co. Kildare
This year’s conference will shine a spotlight on the critical role bioenergy must play in Ireland’s renewable energy future. Through Keynote sessions, expert panels and interactive discussions we will explore:
• The policy and regulatory landscape shaping bioenergy.
• Opportunities and challenges in financing and project development.
• Success stories from across the sector – from biogas, biomass, wood-fuel, biofuels, biochar and more.
• The contribution of bioenergy to Ireland’s decarbonisation and energy security goals.
More Information : https://www.nationalbioenergyconference.ie/
Link for Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/irbea-24th-national-bioenergy-conference-2025-tickets-1454390052799?aff=oddtdtcreator

Marine Institute - Primary Schools Workshops
2025-10-09 08:00 - 2025-10-19 17:00
About the Event
As part of Bioeconomy Ireland Week, the Explorers Education Programme will deliver interactive
workshops in libraries nationwide for primary school students. These sessions will introduce
young learners to the principles of the blue bioeconomy, with a focus on integrated multi trophic aquaculture.

Circular Bioeconomy Infographic Series
2025-10-09 08:00 - 2025-10-19 17:00
Munster Technological University
Throughout the Week Online (Circbio.ie)
A series of infographics providing engaging information about circular bioeconomy research and innovation initiatives that connect with the theme ‘Inspiring local communities for a sustainable, competitive Ireland’ and the seven bioeconomy action plan pillars. The information will be presented in a visual format, and a different infographic will be focused on each day.

Comhar BIA Launch Event – De-Risking Innovation through Collaboration Webinar
2025-10-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
ICOS and Climate KIC will jointly launch the ‘Comhar BIA’ project which is currently conducting the first feasibility study into a co-owned commercial scale regional biorefinery.
This project will also examine the viability of a commercial enabling network.
Please see link to webinar here : https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ef4a1c00-7767-4a02-8ca2-9f768ecde331@b01c1001-d008-4ac4-a4c0-f4395083bf58

The Power Behind Irish Dairy Farms - BiOrbic at the National Dairy Show
2025-10-10 14:00 - 2025-11-10 17:00
THE AXA NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW Friday 10th & Saturday 11th October
October 11th & 12th at the Green Glens Arena, Millstreet, Co. Cork.
BiOrbic At the National Dairy Show
Join BiOrbic at their stand at the National Dairy Show to explore key initiatives for creating a more sustainable future for Irish dairy farming and Europe’s rural grasslands. The team, featuring researchers like Phd Lia Freiatas, is inviting farmers to participate in a survey to precisely measure their farms’ direct and indirect energy consumption. The goal is to pinpoint areas for significant energy savings by adopting more efficient practices.
Visitors can also discover the innovative Rural BioReFarmeries project, which is demonstrating a novel, small-scale, local green biorefinery facility. This farmer-led bioeconomy model is designed to boost rural resilience and sustainability by empowering farmers to transform grasses and other green.
Tickets and more information for National Dairy Show can visited here : https://nationaldairyshow.com/
The Survey for Dairy Farmers https://eu.surveymonkey.com/r/HL52WPM

Agri-food ‘Waste’ in the Circular Bioeconomy: Regulatory Insights
2025-10-13 | Online
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.

Agri-Bioeconomy Value Chains & Business Models in Ireland
2025-10-13
About the Event
CAP Network Ireland and Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Monday 13 October, Tullamore, Co Offaly
This CAP Network Ireland National Conference and Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2025 Launch Event will highlight a range of opportunities that the bioeconomy can offer for Irish agriculture.
Link to Event Registration : https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/cap-network-ireland-national-conference-launch-of-bioeconomy-week-ireland-tickets-1410321151529?aff=oddtdtcreator&mc_cid=d7dfb5b472&mc_eid=d3d7ef08f0

Love Food
2025-10-13 08:00 - 2025-10-18 17:00
Love Food ! -Rediscovery Centre
13-18 October, Ballymun, Dublin
Displays promoting brown bins and bags, composting, local food and GIY in the
EcoStore upstairs in the Rediscovery Centre.

ATU Research Showcase series: Meet ATU’s Bioeconomy Innovators
2025-10-13 14:00 - 16:00
About the Digital Launch
Interdisciplinary Research at ATU Powering Ireland’s Bioeconomy
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is proud to announce the launch of its new ATU
Research Showcase series. The first edition “Meet ATU’s Bioeconomy Innovators” will
coincide with Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2025 (13–19 October). The Showcase will consist of
a booklet publication, developed by ATU’s new Research Coordinator team and funded
through TU RISE, highlighting the pioneering work of 12 researchers and innovators across
ATU who are shaping a more sustainable, circular and resilient future.

From valorising waste into new value chains to reimagining farming systems and advancing
solutions in marine, energy, engineering, food systems and nanotechnology, the booklet
illustrates how ATU research is delivering real-world impact for communities, industries and
ecosystems.
“As Research Coordinators, we see first-hand the breadth of expertise and commitment
across ATU,” said Dr. Shane Conway and Dr. James Britton. “This campaign is about putting a
spotlight on the people behind ATU’s bioeconomy research. By showcasing just a sample of
our colleagues’ work, we aim to strengthen ATU’s profile as a leader in this strategically
important field, and connect our researchers with partners across Ireland, Europe and
beyond.”
National and European Collaboration
As the technological university for the west and north-west of Ireland, ATU grounds its
innovation in regional and national priorities. Through alignment with the Northern &
Western Regional Assembly’s Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3), ATU contributes to
strengths in Agri-Food ; Agri-Tech, the Marine & Blue Economy, Renewable Energy &
Climate Action, and the Circular Economy transition, while also connecting to emerging
opportunities in biotechnology, nanotechnology and digital transformation.
ATU’s role is further reinforced through participation in major national and European
initiatives. In July 2022, ATU researchers Prof. Graham Heaslip, Dr. Edna Curley, Dr. James
Moran; Dr. Trevor Clohessy became members of BiOrbic, Ireland’s Research Ireland-funded Bioeconomy Research Centre, a national collaboration of more than 100 researchers advancing the
circular bioeconomy through interdisciplinary academia–industry partnerships. At European
level, ATU researchers lead and contribute to Horizon Europe Cluster 6 and ERA-NET BlueBio
projects, positioning the university as a bioeconomy hub on the Atlantic coast.
Showcasing Interdisciplinary Expertise
The 12 featured researchers represent only a sample of ATU’s bioeconomy expertise. Their
selection spans multiple campuses and faculties, demonstrating the university’s
interdisciplinary strengths. Many other colleagues across ATU are also making significant
contributions to the bioeconomy, and their work is equally valued.
Featured Researchers and Areas of Expertise
The featured researchers include experts in areas such as :

Circular economy and renewable energy (Leo Murray, Mel Gavin, Prof. Upaka
Rathnayake, Dr. Yan Jiang)
Marine biotechnology and aquaculture innovation (Dr. Nicolas Touzet, Dr. Colin
Hannon)
Sustainable construction and resource efficiency (Dr. Conan O’Ceallaigh, Dr. Mark
Kelly)
Food innovation and cultural acceptance of novel proteins (Dr. Maria Dermiki)
Nanotechnology for clean fuels (Prof. Suresh C. Pillai)
Digital transformation and blockchain (Dr. Trevor Clohessy)
Sensor technology for agriculture and peatland restoration (Dr. Denis McCrudden)

Building a Sustainable Future Through Collaboration
Together, these innovators demonstrate how ATU research contributes to Ireland’s
bioeconomy transition, while connecting the university’s expertise to global sustainability
goals. In addition to its research and innovation efforts, ATU’s commitment to sustainability is
reinforced through its role in the EU GREEN European University Alliance, a network of nine
European universities dedicated to advancing sustainability, innovation, and societal
responsibility. This campaign not only connects researchers and innovators across ATU’s
campuses, but also strengthens links with colleagues across the EU GREEN alliance and the
wider international bioeconomy community, fostering collaboration, visibility and impact inone of the most strategically important fields for our shared future.
Booklet link https://www.atu.ie/news/atu-research-showcase-meet-our-bioeconomy-innovators

Midwest Bioeconomy in Action
2025-10-14 10:00 - 13:00
About the Event
Technological University of the Shannon – Tuesday 14 October, 10:00-13:00, Online
Online webinar bringing together research, industry, and policy to shape Ireland’s circular future. Highlighting DAFM-funded research projects and an industry collaboration session.
Registration Link : https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/midwest-bioeconomy-in-action-tickets-1718344096449?aff=erelexpmlt

BBioNets and CAP Network Ireland: How to boost Irish bio-based EIP-AGRI OGs
2025-10-14 10:30 - 15:00 | Teagasc Johnstown Castle NASRIC, Teagasc, National Agricultural Sustainability Research and Innovation Centre (NASRIC), Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford, Y35 TC97, Wexford, Y35 TC97, Ireland
About the Event

This year’s theme, “Inspiring local communities for a sustainable, competitive Ireland”, has inspired us to address a key gap: the low number of bio-based projects submitted to the EIP-AGRI Operational Group (OG) funding call in Ireland.

The event will work to answer the questions (1) How to boost Irish bio-based EIP-AGRI OGs and (2) Are bio-based EIP-AGRI operational groups viable for the future of the Irish circular bioeconomy?

The programme will feature:

Talks by Irish and international speakers, including success stories, sectoral perspectives, and policy insights.
A workshop session to identify barriers, share knowledge, and start shaping an action plan to enhance bio-based EIP-AGRI OGs in Ireland.

Location: Culleton Room, Visitors Centre, Teagasc, Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford
Time: Arrival from 10:30 | Event 11:00–13:30 |

Lunch & site visit will be included 13:30–15:00

We would like to know your availability by kindly registering here: https://forms.office.com/e/6dqc9BpX5z by 15th September 2025.
