Bioeconomy and eco-materials

The Bioeconomy & Ecomaterials sector brings together stakeholders engaged in the valorization of biomass resources, the development of bio-based products and materials, and plant-based chemistry, with a focus on environmental performance.

Biodiversity loss, driven in particular by changes in land and sea use, resource overexploitation, climate change, pollution, and invasive species—represents a major challenge, while a significant portion of the global economy depends on the proper functioning of ecosystems. In response, actors in the bioeconomy and ecomaterials sector play a key role by offering sustainable alternatives based on biomass valorization, the development of bio-based products, and plant-based chemistry, helping to reduce pressures on natural environments.

In this context, national and European public policies are strengthening their ambitions for ecosystem preservation and restoration, with structured targets set for 2030 and 2050. The sector is fully aligned with this momentum, supporting the transition toward production and consumption models that respect biodiversity, while fostering innovation and value creation from renewable resources.