IFIB – International Forum on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioeconomy
2024-10-03 - 2024-10-04 | Fondazione Golinelli, Via Paolo Nanni Costa, Bologna, Italy
The International Forum on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioeconomy (IFIB) 2024 will take place on October 3-4, 2024, in Bologna, Italy, at the Fondazione Golinelli. This annual event, organized by the Italian Circular Bioeconomy Cluster SPRING, a partner of the RIBES project, in collaboration with Innovhub-SSI and other partners, focuses on the circular bioeconomy, with an emphasis on industrial biotechnology as a key enabler.
IFIB gathers bioeconomy stakeholders from around the world, including representatives from industry, academia, policy-making, and research. The 2024 edition will highlight topics such as bio-based industries, agro-food innovations, marine and white biotechnology, and the role of regions in bioeconomy development. With around 250 delegates expected, the event also includes B2B meetings to foster partnerships and collaboration opportunities.

AgroRocks Conference in Osijek
2024-10-04
The development of rural areas through new technologies and agrarian policies will be at the heart of the discussion.
At the conference, the RIBES project will be represented by our EHIP partners, specifically Dario Gazic, who will present ‘RIBES—What to do with agricultural residues’ at 14:30 – 14:40.

ROBIN First Mutual Learning Workshop
2024-10-09 09:30 - 15:30 (Europe/Helsinki) | Steinbeis Europa Zentrum, Leuschnerstr. 43, D-70176, Stuttgart, Germany
This workshop aims to present the ROBIN Toolbox and bring together European regional authorities and their stakeholders who are interested in finding out which tools they can use to support regional bioeconomy governance. The ROBIN Toolbox and other bioeconomy tools and strategies to foster circular bioeconomy will be discussed during the event.
Agenda Highlights:

Welcome session and keynote speech about developing a Circular Bioeconomy Strategy using the CCRI methodology, based on the experience of the Podravje-Maribor region (Slovenia).
Presentation of the ROBIN project and Toolbox from technical and regional perspectives.
Other invited project tools presentations: BIOMODELS4REGIONS, BIOTRANSFORM, CEE2ACT and SUSTRACK.
Open debate on potential complementarities and synergies among tools.

You can find the full agenda here and the registration here.
Location: Steinbeis Europa Zentrum, Leuschnerstr. 43, 70176 Stuttgart, Germany & online

Bioeconomy Regions Summit
2024-11-28 09:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Representation of North Rhine-Westphalia to EU venue, Brussels, Belgium
The world is currently facing an urgent need to combat climate change and protect biodiversity. Regions possess unique policy instruments, such as rural development plans, smart specialisation strategies (RIS3), dedicated bioeconomy strategies, and tailored funding mechanisms.
Given their impact on local environments and economies, regions are uniquely positioned to drive the forest bioeconomy agenda forward. Moreover, they face common challenges – such as implementing an adequate policy mix, funding innovative developments, increasing cross-sectoral collaboration, or fostering social engagement and participation.
There is a great opportunity for learning and collaboration between European regions, especially in the policy-rich context of Brussels. The Bioregions Facility intends to bridge the gap between knowledge and policies, enhancing collaboration, co-creation of knowledge, and communication.
You can find more information here.

When: 28 November 2024
Time: 9:00–17:00 CET
Where: Representation of North Rhine-Westphalia to EU venue, Brussels, Belgium

International Conference on Environmental Science & Technology - CEST 2025
2025-09-03 09:00 - 2025-09-06 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Island of Kos
Started in 1989, the International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology (CEST) is a leading environmental conference where top experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, representatives of public administration and social initiatives present state-of-the-art research on current and emerging environmental issues. Thus, CEST has been established as a forum for the convergence of business and academia, where cutting-edge concepts, research, and solutions form the cornerstone of a more sustainable, healthy, and clean environment.
The Global Network of Environmental Science and Technology is organizing the conference jointly with the University of the Aegean (Greece), the University of Salerno (Italy), and the Open University of Cyprus (Cyprus).
CEST2025 is announced at a pivotal time when the intensifying climate crisis is challenging the resilience of societies worldwide and reshaping the planet’s natural systems.
Climate change is linked with the depletion and contamination of water resources, a problem exacerbated by the increasing frequency of extreme weather events. Effective wastewater treatment and innovative water management practices are essential in addressing this scarcity while minimizing pollution that threatens ecosystems and public health. Biodiversity, already under severe strain from habitat loss and environmental degradation, faces even greater threats as shifting temperatures disrupt ecosystems and the species that rely on them.
CEST2025 will also explore the role of a circular economy in mitigating these impacts by reducing waste, promoting sustainable resource use, and driving innovations that foster environmental and economic resilience. Bringing together experts from multiple fields, this event aims to catalyze collaborative solutions for a more sustainable future.
You can find more information here.

When: 03/09/2025
Where: Island of Kos, Greece

International Forum on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioeconomy
2025-09-25 09:00 - 2025-09-26 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
IFIB is an annual international forum focused on industrial biotechnology and bioeconomy bringing together key global stakeholders to discuss and showcase the latest developments in the emerging economy based on renewable biological resources.

The forum also provides valuable networking opportunities, featuring B2B meetings between startups, companies, universities, and public and private research centres.

RIBES Workshop: Advancing Circular Bioeconomy through Regional Innovation and Biomass Valorisation
2026-07-01 11:30 - 15:30 UTC | Mediterranean Palace Hotel, 3 Salaminos, Thessaloniki, 54626, Greece
How can regions turn agricultural residues, livestock waste and other underused resources into sustainable economic opportunities?
On Wednesday, 1 July 2026, the RIBES project will bring together researchers, public authorities, circular economy experts and innovation actors in Thessaloniki for a workshop dedicated to advancing the circular bioeconomy through regional innovation and biomass valorisation.
The workshop will explore how regional collaboration, multi-actor engagement and practical innovation can support more sustainable approaches to agri-food waste management, renewable energy generation and bio-based entrepreneurship.
Participants will hear from experts working on the RIBES Strategic Roadmap and sustainability assessment within Multi-actor Transformative Forums, alongside representatives of initiatives including LIFE-IP CEI-Greece, BIOMETHAVERSE, PRIMARY and BioTheRoS.
The programme will also examine innovative waste collection systems, digital solutions for the energy transition, and the evolving EU regulatory framework for carbon removals and carbon farming.Check the
📄Workshop agenda: RIBES_Workshop_Agenda
🌐Watch and participate in the RIBES Workshop online via Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/395091403049256?p=PppNdXIHjR7tCDbTK7
