Biodegradables and material recycling – a paradox?

Material recycling of biodegradable plastics as an additional end-of-life option could integrate biodegradable plastic in a broader circular economy framework. Contrary to common misconceptions, biodegradable plastics can be efficiently sorted and integrated into material recycling streams. With proper sorting, biodegradable plastics do not compromise the recycling of other plastics streams. 

European Bioplastics call to recognise the role of the bioplastics industry as an enabler to achieve the European Green Deal transformation

European Bioplastics, together with its members and the members of the Bioplastics Organisations Network Europe (BON Europe), has welcomed President Ursula von der Leyen and the new College of Commissioners for the 2024-2029 legislative term. In a joint letter, EUBP expressed strong support for the President’s commitment to a green and digital transition.

Call for Papers and Registration open

Become a speaker at EBC25, which is taking place on  02 – 03 December 2025, at the Titanic Hotel Berlin, Germany and join us in celebrating 20 years of shaping the future of bioplastics! For two decades, EBC has been Europe’s key platform for business, discussions, and knowledge exchange in the global bioplastics sector. 

European Bioplastics Launches a New Webinar Series on Bioplastics Recycling

Building on the success of its ongoing online talks, European Bioplastics (EUBP) is proud to introduce a new topic in its webinar series: “Advancements in Recycling of Bioplastics.”

This series aims to foster discussions on the latest research, technological advancements, and scaling-up opportunities in bioplastics recycling.

Member portrait: Emirates Biotech

Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, François de Bie, Chief Commercial Officer at Emirates Biotech, shares some interesting insights on the company.

Is there enough biomass to defossilise the chemicals and derived materials sector by 2050?

Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) together with the joint project of the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC), has published a study that explores whether agricultural and woody biomass combined sustainably provide enough biomass to meet 20% of the future carbon demand of the chemical and derived materials industries in 2050. 

Subsidy for Testing Circular Biopolyesters (STCB)

Two Biobased Circular grant schemes are now online for innovators in the sector:

Grant Scheme Testing Circular Biopolyesters. This scheme is open to SME entrepreneurs active in a circular value chain of polyesters and who want to test biobased polyesters or its building blocks.

The BIOMAC CEN workshop agreement is now open for comments

The BIOMAC CEN workshop agreement is now open for comments

If you are an expert in the production of lignin nanoparticles you can have a say on this pre-standardization process until the 28th April 2025. How can you contribute?

Save the date: World Bio Markets, 10-11 June, The Hague

World Bio Markets (10-11 June, The Hague) is a two-day business development event for the global industrial biomanufacturing sector.

The event facilitates commercial connections and generates deal flow between 400 bio-developers and producers, global brands and buyers, community enablers, investors and financiers and suppliers. 

Save the Date: 4th PHA World Congress – September 2–4, 2025

We’re excited to partner with @GO!PHA to promote the 4th PHA World Congress, taking place on September 2–4, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany (hybrid).

This flagship event will gather global leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to explore the role of Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) in advancing sustainable,  bio-based, and biodegradable materials.

Save the date for the Renewable Materials Conference

Save the date for the Renewable Materials Conference 2025, 22 to 24 September 2025, Siegburg near Bonn/Cologne (Germany) and online. The event will provide answers to pressing questions for suppliers and brands, investors and policymakers, including how to defossilise the chemical industry and remain competitive, how to meet the demand for fossil-free plastics, how to create sustainable carbon cycles, and what role the biodegradation plays in the circular economy. 

Save the date for the Plastics Summit Global Event (PSGE)

Save the date for the Plastics Summit Global Event, which will focus on circularity, transition, resilience, adaptation, safety, integrity, regeneration, and interdisciplinarity. The summit will explore aspects related to resources, oceans, recycling, behaviors, environment, technology, and sustainable development. The summit will take place on 6th October 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.