The BioINSouth project aims to support decision-makers to incorporate considerations of ecological limits into their regional bioeconomy strategies and roadmaps relevant to circular bio-based activities.
We aim to develop guidelines and digital tools to support the adoption of innovative methodologies to assess environmental impacts in multiple industrial bio-based systems, increasing regional competitiveness and innovation capacity, and contributing to the EU fair & green transition. We focus on developing methodologies and tools for environmental impact assessment and circularity, emphasizing a safe and sustainable by design (SSbD) framework. Our comprehensive toolkit will support decision-makers in implementing these practices.
BioINSouth targets to enhance regional competitiveness and innovation in the bio-based sectors of Southern Mediterranean European regions. By establishing regional HUBs in eight European regions (Campania – Italy, Andalusia and Asturias – Spain, Centro – Portugal, Nouvelle-Aquitaine – France, Peloponnese – Greece, Cyprus and Slovenia) and engaging a diverse range of stakeholders, including policymakers, public authorities, SMEs, and civil society, we foster collaboration and data sharing through Multi-Actor Regional Groups (MARGs). We assess environmental and economic impacts, including market growth projections for bio-based chemicals and materials, and develop a regional monitoring system for bioeconomy sectors.
Valuable know-how on the creation of the HUBs and the registration of policies, as well as insights to aid replication will be available through additional cooperation with Czech Republic (BIO EAST HUB) and Turkey.
Our policy recommendations aim to integrate sustainability and circularity into regional bioeconomy strategies. We ensure wide visibility and replication of our results across Europe, collaborating with similar initiatives under Horizon Europe. Ultimately, our project seeks to improve environmental sustainability, foster stakeholder engagement, and develop best practices for sustainable bioeconomy strategies.
