A Bioeconomy policy library for decision makers

The bioeconomy is vital for ensuring Europe can reach its bold commitment to cut emissions by at least 50% by 2030 and delivering Member States’ national climate and energy plans, whilst also protecting our environment and biodiversity. To do this, we need supporting policies. Below are a series of reports produced by Bioadvantage Europe to help unlock the potential of our bioeconomy. …

Collaborating With Ikea (Ingka) To Become People And Planet Positive

In 2019 we worked with IKEA Retail (Ingka Group) to deliver ONE HOME, ONE PLANET (OHOP) at one of their leading sustainable stores in Kaarst, Germany. The event is part of the company’s ambitious strategy to become people and planet positive by 2030. OHOP is an action-focused event that aims to shape and influence the sustainable future of retail, by exploring how retail can inspire …

Xynteo’s Leadership Vanguard: Investigating Johannesburg’s Plastic Recycling

Plastic Waste Dump with Machine

Participants (catalysts) of Xynteo’s flagship programme, The Leadership Vanguard, recently travelled to South Africa to explore the plastic waste problem in Johannesburg on the ground. “Although our research had given us a good understanding of the plastic waste issues, being in Johannesburg provided us with insights about the impacts and complexities at stake – history of apartheid, illegal immigrants, corruption, …