Bioeconomy Matters

S3E4 Don't hide your Bioeconomy Patents ft. Thomas Alexander

This episode introduces us to Thomas Alexander, a member of the EU Bioeconomy Youth Ambassadors' second cohort, and his young professional journey through the bioeconomy.

New Chapter for Bioeconomy Matters

Big News: New Chapter for Bioeconomy Matters! We are thrilled to announce our official partnership with BiOrbic Research Ireland Centre for Bioeconomy. To mark this mile

Year Two in Review

In this episode, we showcase the episodes that were released throughout the podcast's second year.

Year One in Review

In this episode, we showcase the episodes that were released throughout the podcast's first year.

S3E3 -Bioeconomy in the Arab World ft. Dr. Mohamad Midani

In this episode, Dr. Mohamad Midani discusses how the bioeconomy can be transformative for arab nations whose economies rely heavily on oil.

S3E2 -Can diapers be part of the bioeconomy? ft. Miki Agrawal

In this episode, Miki Agrawal shares her entrepreneurial journey and the story behind the company HIRO, which focuses on creating products based on the reduce and regener

S3E1 - Inside Scoop: New EU Bioeconomy Strategy ft. Agata Kotkowska

In this new episode, Agata Kotkowska Deputy Head of the Bioeconomy & Sustainable Materials, talks about the drafting process of the new EU Bioeconomy Strategy. The new st

S2E24 -UN, Bioeconomy & Global Governance ft. Enric Noguera

In this episode, UN Affairs Coordinator Enric Noguera discusses the United Nations' duties on global governance and the role of the NGO's in the negotiations. More infor

S2E23 -The chemical industry ft. Marco Pellegrini

In this episode, Marco Pellegrini discusses the cross-sectoral core of the chemical industry and how it could lead to new value chains inside the bioeconomy. More infor

S2E22-Bioeast initative ft. Barna Kovács

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

S2E21 - Coffee: the agroforestry love story ft. Etelle Higonnet

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

S2E20 -Taking good care of our waste bags ft. Janek Vähk

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

S2E19 -The Waste Lab ft. Nick Little

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

S2E18 -One Health ft. Dr. Gabrielle Laing

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

S2E17 -World Bioeconomy Forum ft. Jukka Kantola

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 b

S2E16 -(Bio)Plastics in Europe ft. Dr. Werner Bosmans

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 be

S2E15 - Bird Lovers ft. Prof. Dr. Barry John McMahon

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

S2E14 -Can blockchain empower the Bioeconomy? ft. Juan Ibañez

In this episode, Juan Ibañez the General Secretary of the MiCA (markets in crypto-assets) Crypto Alliance, talks on how blockchain technology and MiCA can enable sustaina

S2E13 -(MT) Bringing Bioeconomy to Malta ft. Malta’s Prime Minister Dr. Robert Abela

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.

S2E12 -Unlocking Bamboo in the EU ft. Hans Friederich

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