On 3 July 2024, the Waste2BioComp project hosted its midterm “Innovating for a Greener Future” event at the UDC Ferrol Campus in Coruña, Spain.
The day began with a session on “R&D on Biopolyesters in W2BC” featuring expert presentations from several key consortium partners. Representatives from HSKL, Universidade da Coruña, CITEVE, Propagroup, and IVW shared impressive progress updates on the development of biopolyesters. These presentations highlighted the innovative strides in research and development, paving the way for more sustainable materials.
In the following session, “Biopolymers from R&D to Industry” leading voices from the industry brought their expertise to the forefront. Nadia García Bosch from ADBioplastics, Teresa Martins from KOD Bio, Helena Silva from Coltec, and Julio Fierro Fernández from CETIM offered invaluable insights into the transition of biopolyester technologies from research into practical, industrial applications. Their contributions further enriched the discussions, emphasising how biopolyesters are becoming crucial in industries such as footwear, plastics, and textiles.
An exhibition area allowed attendees to engage with tangible samples of ongoing work, giving them a first-hand look at the future of sustainable materials. 🍃
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