The 5th United Nations Ocean Forum on trade-related aspects of SDG 14 will take place at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland on 3–5 March 2025, and will be co-chaired by France and Costa Rica. 

The Forum offers a unique platform to align trade and economic policies with sustainable ocean use.

The EFB Biobased Materials Division invites you to participate in the upcoming European Workshop on Biotechnology: Biobased Materials, a 4-day event set at the HES-SO Valais.

Designed for a small group of up to 20 participants, the workshop will feature a blend of expert-led lectures and hands-on lab activities, focusing on cutting-edge biobased materials. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from world-class speakers and instructors.

The European Bioplastics Conference is a business and discussion forum within the global bioplastics sector. More and more brands and manufacturers are embracing the potential of biopolymers, and policy makers are increasingly streamlining their efforts to create frameworks that benefit the growth of sustainable bio-industries.

The fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC-5), is scheduled to take place from 25 November to 1 December 2024 at the Busan Exhibition and Convention Center in Busan, Republic of Korea.

​The conference will focus on promoting Industrial Biotechnology throughout this multi-day conference and exhibition. To kick off the event there will be a reception on Wednesday evening, November 20, 2024 from 5:00 -7:00 p.m., included in the registration ticket of the conference.

The Sustainable Industry Week incorporates four events: Sustainable Materials Conference & Expo, Sustainable Chemicals Conference & Expo, Greener Manufacturing Conference & Expo, and Plastic Waste Free World Conference & Expo.

A biennial international conference that endeavours to advance knowledge and progress in the field of biopolymer research. A platform for scholars, educators, and experts from various regions of the globe to exchange the most recent concepts, data, and advancements in the realm of biopolymers.

This two day event will present the Midwest as the heartland of the US bioeconomy and will generate deal flow between bio developers and producers, global brands and buyers, investors and financiers, community enablers and suppliers.

The International Conference on Microplastics and Ocean Plastic Pollution Studies aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Microplastics and Ocean Plastic Pollution Studies.

In the Fokker Terminal in The Hague, World Bio Markets connects over 450 industry leaders with a 2 day programme of pre-arranged 1-2-1 commercial meetings, knowledge exchange, and networking in order to accelerate the transition to a fossil-free economy.

Conference in Prague organized by the Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences.

During the three conference days, leading experts will present successful “drop-in” solutions that maintain the existing structure of the chemical industry but switch the carbon source from fossil to renewable carbon.

Circularity 24 offers thought-provoking keynotes, actionable breakouts, a solutions-oriented expo and unparalleled networking opportunities. Circularity 24 will be held from May 22 until May 24 in the Marriott Marquis Chicago.

The Rethinking Materials Summit presents new opportunities for partnerships and investment in the changing landscape of synthetic materials, bio-based alternatives, and circular solutions. With an emphasis on reducing our reliance on virgin feedstocks, scaling regenerative solutions and enhancing the performance of bio-based materials, this year’s event provides pivotal insights into the challenges facing C-Suite and Director-level stakeholders in tackling waste both upstream and downstream.

The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC-4), is scheduled to take place at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, Canada, within the period 21 to 30 April 2024 inclusive of one day for regional consultations.

The Innoplast Solution Conference: De-Fossilized Sustainable PE, PP, and PET will be held on 17 & 18 April in Washington DC.

The SQUARE convention centre in Brussels will host WCEF2024 from 15 to 16 April. In addition, accelerator sessions will be held by WCEF collaborators on 17–18 April in Brussels, online and around the globe.

The sixth edition of MeetingPack, the event organised every two years by AIMPLAS and AINIA, will attract members of the entire food packaging value chain on 10-11 April 2024 at the Valencia Conference Centre. This edition of the meeting will present the latest trends and innovations in materials, formats and processes for more sustainable barrier packaging in eight blocks.

One of the major environmental issues in soil and water management is the presence of plastics. Deltares and the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water management are organising an international conference on 13 and 14 March 2024. The conference provides an opportunity to learn and exchange knowledge and is aimed at scientists and decision-makers.

Inventu is hosting the 4th Annual Bioplastics Innovation Forum on March 5th and 6th in Munchen, Germany. The 2024 Forum brings together expert speakers, industry leaders and pioneers in the field of bioplastics. Attendees can expect a dynamic program of presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, all focused on driving the future of bioplastics.

Join GO!PHA Co-Founder, Rick Passenier, in Amsterdam at the 2nd Annual Biopolymers and Bioplastics Innovation Forum!

This 2-day conference will take place on 28 and 29 February, and is organized by Leadvent for Industry and Business Leaders in the Biopolymer and Bioplastics space. 

The upcoming EBC 23 conference, scheduled for 12/13 December 2023 at the Titanic Hotel Berlin, Germany, marks an important event in the bioplastics industry. As Europe's premier business and discussion platform for the global bioplastics sector, the conference aims to highlight the growing interest and adoption of biopolymers by brands and manufacturers. With policymakers increasingly focused on creating supportive frameworks for sustainable bio-industries, the conference aims to propel bioplastics to the forefront of discussions surrounding a biobased circular economy in Europe and beyond.

The third meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (Plastic Pollution INC-3), will take place from 13 until 19 November 2023 at UN Environment Programme (UNEP) Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

The conference will include featured speakers during Breakout sessions, Plenary Programs, Workshops and Poster Presentations on the following subjects:

• Global biobased economy

• Recycling, Composting, Biodegradation

• Biobased product manufacturing and certification

amongst others. Top-of-the-industry speakers will present conference-focused information at our breakout sessions, Workshops, Symposiums, and in the Plenary program. Stay tuned for more information.

The Greener Manufacturing Show is the must-attend event for any sustainability-focused company looking to design and manufacture their products from more sustainable materials, limit and eliminates the use of toxic chemicals, and reduce the impact of their industrial and manufacturing processes on the environment and global climate change.