Bio-Economy
Co-Leading Regions
Lombardia
Randstad Region
About the Pilot
The Bioeconomy Pilot, initiated in 2016 and led by Lombardy and Randstad, is an ambitious collaboration initiative focused on establishing interregional value chains within the bioeconomy sector. With over €50 million in mobilised investments, we have united 19 regions, along with 50+ industries, universities, and research institutions from across the Vanguard Members.
Our primary aim is to foster the development of new industrial applications and high added-value bio-based products that surpass conventional uses in food, feed, and fiber. By harnessing the potential of terrestrial and marine biological resources, as well as waste, we unlock new business opportunities, attract private investments, and drive the market adoption of sustainable business models.
Strategic partnerships for collaborative advancement of bio-based innovation.
We prioritise creating new integrated bio-based value chains and fostering collaboration across chemistry, agro-food, bioenergy, and biofuels sectors. Through matchmaking events and engagement with potential users and technology providers, we facilitate synergies and foster innovation in the bioeconomy.
Collaborating with the Biobased Industry Consortium, representing the private sector of the Bio-Based Industry Joint Technology Initiative (JTI), we maximise resources and enable common activities. Additionally, we leverage European Commission (EC) initiatives via the Industrial Modernisation platform and the European Cluster Collaboration Platform.
Participating Regions
Asturias
Baden – Württemberg
Basque Country
East Netherlands
Emilia-Romagna
Flanders
Małopolska
North Rhine-Westphalia
Scotland
Skåne
Tampere Region
Värmland
Wallonia
Pilot Contacts
Ilaria Re
Lombardy region
Demo Cases
Bio-aromatics
Turning waste gas into value
Bio-Aviation Fuel
Biogas Beyond Energy Production
Bio-Aviation Fuel
Bio-Economy: VI Pilots
Bio‑Economy Pilot
Latest Updates
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Activities & Long Term Goals
From Demonstration to Commercial Success.
Our focus extends to encouraging projects, in particular less mature ones, at the demonstration stage to upgrade and fully exploit their business potential. Through targeted initiatives, funding, and expertise, we assist in designing robust business models and identifying financing opportunities from European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), to venture capital firms, business angels and blended finance approaches. Our objective is twofold: to accelerate the commercialisation of bioeconomy innovations and increase their replicability across new use cases.
Shaping Policies for Sustainable Growth.
We actively engage in shaping policies to create an enabling environment for bioeconomy growth. By advocating for favourable market and policy frameworks and collaborating with policymakers, we drive the development of sustainable bio-based solutions, addressing societal challenges and supporting a sustainable and prosperous future.