In this episode Davyth Stewart, former Unit Head of the INTERPOL Environmental Security Programme and Senior Consultant, shares his knowledge in environmental crimes and the complexity to tackle them.

Hailey Ciantar is an activist who wanted to make the world a better place, so she pursued a law degree. In this episode, you can learn more about your favorite host! Contact: haileyciantar@gmail.com

This is a story about a little bird that inspired the whole forest.

In this episode, Prof. Dr. Iris Lewandowski discusses EBU's international Master Course and how it is enabling its students to develop their careers while building bioeconomy as strength in their communities around the world. You can contact Prof. Dr. Iris Lewandowski by email: iris_lewandowski@uni-hohenheim.de

In this episode, Dr. John Bell highlights the holistic view that the bioeconomy offers for responding to our future challenges as well as targeting the EU Green Deal.

In this episode, Chiara Pocaterra talks about the Bioeconomy Book for Kids, "What's Bioeconomy?"—an initiative that became popular and is already translated into many European languages.

In this episode, PhD candidate Carolina Costa introduces us to the field of microbiology and discusses the role that our microbial communities have in maintaining our health.

In this episode, we travel to Hong Kong with CEO Edwin Keh to explore the Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel's (HKRITA) innovations and breakthroughs.

Dr. Sven Wydra studied Economics and received both his Master degree and PhD from the Hohenheim University. Since 2014, he has been coordinating the Business Unit "Life Sciences and Bioeconomy" within the Competence Center “Emerging Technologies”. His research areas comprise the analysis of innovation generation and diffusion in the bioeconomy, economic and ecological impact assessment of bioeconomy,  biotechnology, and circular economy, development of scenarios and strategies, and impact of policies on emerging technologies (e.g. biotechnology).

Dr. Tom Curran is an Associate Professor and Vice Principal for internationalisation at University College Dublin’s College of Engineering & Architecture and is the Director of the Environmental Technology Master of Science degree programme. Additionally, Dr. Tom Curran is leading the European Commission Horizon Europe project, BioBeo, on innovative education for bioeconomy. BioBeo has also been the backbone of this podcast, so we are exceptionally grateful to both BioBeo and Dr. Curran for their immense support.

Francisco Guerreiro is Member of the European Parliament. He serves as a full member of the Committees on Budgets, Fisheries and Agriculture, and as an alternate member of the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection. Previously, he held the position of 1st vice-chairman of the Agriculture and Rural Development Commission from June 2019 to January 2022. At the moment, he is addressing a range of important topics at the European Parliament including animal welfare, plant-based alternatives, ocean conservation, climate change, biodiversity, and the circular economy.

Dr. Evelyn Reinmuth is a senior researcher at the department of Biobased Resources and the Head of the Hohenheim Bioeconomy Office. Her experience in agricultural economics, as well as her connection to food and farming, inspired her to create various projects in the field of Bioeconomy, including food technology.

In this episode Rob Steijn talks about is role as a coastal engineer, the incertainity that challenges like climate change brings into the water management and the connection with bioeconomy. Contact: rob.steijn@arcadis.com

The Bioeconomy Matters podcast was invited to do a special episode about the Food 2030 conference! Join us for a brief overview of the conference, including interviews and session highlights.

What's your favourite food?

Dr. Christian Patermann played a key role in shaping what bioeconomy is today! This episode features some historical insights and visions from the man many believe to be the (grand)father of the bioeconomy.

The European Commission (RTD Bieconomy) launched on July 2022, the EU Bioeconomy Youth Ambassadors program selecting 15 young Europeans to promote awareness about the Bioeconomy.

The Ambassadors are between 18 and 32 years old, representing 11 nationalities and living in 12 different Member States from all areas of the EU.  They have expertise in various fields related to bioeconomy food systems, forestry, blue bioeconomy, bio-based industry, science communication and activism.

Their mission is to educate, act, and engage stakeholders on the role of bioeconomy to tackle the climate crisis and protect nature.

In this episode Dr. Aifric talks about the importance of taking small steps towards a sustainable diet since food systems are a fundamental part of the bioeconomy.

In this episode, Dr. Ally Zlatar discusses her art projects, the impact of art on communities that are marginalized, and its role as a tool for climate activism.

In this episode Jutta Paulus talks about the dynamics and life of a Member of the European Parliament being part of the Green/EFA group. She shared the process behind the negotiations, lobbying, research and her work on environment, public health and food security.

In this episode Jutta Paulus talks about the dynamics and life of a Member of the European Parliament being part of the Green/EFA group. She shared the process behind the negotiations, lobbying, research and her work on environment, public health and food security.

In this episode Tena Lavrenčić talks about the systemic part of fashion that is linked to our cultural and political contexts. She highlights also the need to support brands that are doing things differently and the need to support and build on slow fashion.

In this episode Joël Lagneau talks about the wonderful world of Hemp and its various industrial applications.

In this episode, Kees Klomp discusses his work on existential economics, which entails changing our narrative about our individualistic and materialistic view of economics in order to transform our existing system.

Gittemarie Johansen is a public speaker, author and a zero waste expert! In this episode she shares her quest to become zero waste, offers some advice, and connects this journey to bioeconomy.

In this episode, EU Bioeconomy Youth Ambassador Daragh Cogley guides us through the Bioeconomy Youth Vision that was drafted by the EU Bioeconomy Youth Ambassadors.

Link to the Bioeconomy Youth Vision: https://youth.europa.eu/d8/sites/default/files/inline-files/Bioeconomy%20youth%20vision_0.pdf

Link to the global survey to track youth perspectives, priorities and solutions on bioeconomy:https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=aMQ6Frir0ESB_dnbFeOvlhmWuHR4GmBIt5yI-R-lnlFUMUlHT1VYWkgzQzZWME5GQzFVNFM5WkdWRC4u&route=shorturl

In this episode, Hailey Ciantar and Rita Escórcio commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Bioconomy Matters podcast by sharing some behind-the-scenes stories, experiences, and future topics and plans.

In this episode, Ewa Ptaszyńska, European Commission Deputy Head of Unit of Transport Investments, guides us through the roads of Europe. She explains the EU's targets in moving towards carbon neutrality and the decarbonisation efforts in transportation.

In this episode, Eszter Salamon leads us through the role of the Association Parents International in the education of children on areas linked with sustainability and bioeconomy.

En este episodio, Jhessica Mosquera, ingeniera ambiental, comparte sus conocimientos sobre bioprocesos y biotecnología, haciendo hincapié en el vínculo entre estos elementos y la bioeconomía.

In this episode, Jhessica Mosquera, an environmental engineer, shares her knowledge of bioprocesses and biotechnology, emphasizing the link between these elements and bioeconomy. This episode is in Spanish.

In this episode, Marco Segovia discusses how circular economy roadmaps are enabling a sustainable bioeconomy, as well as the importance of networking and collaboration to support system change.

In this episode we can dive into the research collaboration between Professor Dr. Bin Yang and Dr. Joshua Heyne to produce sustainable aviation fuel from waste residues.

In this episode, former MEP Francisco Guerreiro explains the motivation for his new venture in the Carbon Plus Market. He emphasises the need of involving local populations and biodiversity in carbon capture programs.

In this episode, Maris Stulgis from the EC MARE discusses the development of the blue bioeconomy in Europe and the potential of the algae industry in it.

In this episode, former MEP Francisco Guerreiro discusses his most recent documentary exposing the meat industry. The aim of this documentary is to educate the general public about the realities of our diet and that of a vegan diet.

Link to watch: https://www.waterbear.com/watch/carne-the-unsustainable-footprint

In this episode, Henry Alterio discusses his experiences in the development of Latin America's bioeconomy, with an emphasis on Colombia.

http://www.ecosimple.co

In this episode, Eleanor Scott explains how the Carbon Market works in Europe and how it fits into bioeconomy.

Hailey Ciantar, EU Bioeconomy Youth Ambassador, sits down with the Prime Minister of Malta, Robert Abela, for a focused discussion on Malta’s approach to the bioeconomy. This episode is in Maltese.

In this episode, nature and sustainability specialist Hans Friederich covers different applications of bamboo grass and how it may develop into a European industry.

Public consultation EU Bioeconomy Strategy 2025: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/14555-Towards-a-circular-regenerative-and-competitive-bioeconomy_en

In this episode, Van Carlson discusses the necessity of risk assessment in an ever-changing environment and how the insurance sector is responding to it.

More information: https://www.831b.com/

In this episode, Eranda Bandara discusses his path from farming to coffee production and his subsequent research into the value-adding of coffee leftovers.

In this episode, Professor Dr. Alexiei Dingli discusses the use of artificial intelligence in many bioeconomy areas, including agriculture, forestry, waste management, and conservation of biodiversity.

In this episode, Prof. Dr. Sameer Hameer covers aerospace engineering development in Africa, with a focus on Kenya, as well as biofuel manufacturing from waste biomass.

In this episode, Barna Kovács discusses the Bioeast initiative, as well as the gaps, challenges, and opportunities in Eastern Europe.

In this episode, Etelle Higonnet discusses the need of adopting agroforestry and transforming our agricultural model, with a focus on coffee production.

More information: https://coffeewatch.org/

In this episode, Janek Vähk discusses the most effective waste management solutions and why we should invest in more sustainable waste management systems.

In this episode, Nick Little discusses The Waste Lab, a UAE-based startup. This company focuses on converting food scraps into compost.

In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Laing discusses the holistic concept of one health and the importance of understanding our interconnected reality.

In this episode, Jukka Kantola, founder of the World Bioeconomy Forum and Chair of the World Bioeconomy Association, discusses the process of developing these worldwide bioeconomy platforms, as well as the importance of bringing together different bioeconomy stakeholders.

In this episode, Dr. Werner Bosmans, a bioengineer at the European Commission, discusses the EU plastics strategy and the single-use plastics directive, as well as the benefits these policies provide to European citizens.

In this episode, Prof. Dr. Barry John McMahon discusses the need of protecting endangered bird species in order to sustain bioeconomy resilience.

"Answering the Curlew’s Call" Comic book:

https://www.biobeo.eu/meet-beo/