Bioeconomy Arena: test and scale up bio-based solutions with RISE
Developing new bio-based products often requires access to specialised infrastructure and interdisciplinary expertise, which is challenging to find in one place. This is why many companies get stuck between the idea stage and scalable production. Bioeconomy Arena brings together RISE research facilities and experts in chemicals, food, materials, and biofuels, offering support throughout the entire process, from concept to scalable production.
Without access to the right testing environments and expertise, promising innovations risk remaining in the development stage while competitors and other countries gain market share. The green transition is happening now, and companies that cannot scale up quickly risk losing their technological edge.
With Bioeconomy Arena, both RISE and its clients have access to the same facilities, researchers and methods, from laboratory scale to pilot plant. This means an idea can be tested, verified and scaled up within the same network without the company needing to build its own infrastructure.
This is what Bioeconomy Arena offers
A wide range of technical infrastructure
Bioeconomy Arena offers a wide range of technical infrastructure and RISE’s state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities cover a broad spectrum of disciplines. Whether you are interested in chemicals, food, materials or biofuels, we can offer comprehensive solutions for all types of development needs within the bioeconomy.
End-to-end support for upscaling
Through Bioeconomy Arena, RISE is a one-stop shop for transforming new ideas into scalable, effective solutions. We provide the infrastructure and expertise needed to validate and develop new bio-based processes, offering a seamless journey from concept to commercialisation. In addition to our technical expertise, we also offer knowledge in techno-economics and life cycle assessment (LCA).
Collaborate and scale up with our experts
Our team of experienced experts are committed to supporting your development journey. You will collaborate with researchers and engineers who will bring solid, industry-relevant knowledge and experience to every stage of the process. Scale up faster through close collaboration and access to our expertise. Together, we can overcome challenges and pave the way for success.
How does it work?
A collaboration with Bioeconomy Arena begins with an initial, free meeting, during which RISE will assess your needs and suggest relevant facilities and experts. We then draw up a project plan with you, setting clear milestones from testing to a scalable solution.
FAQ
What is Bioeconomy Arena?
Bioeconomy Arena is a dedicated RISE hub that brings together scientific expertise and research infrastructure within the bioeconomy. It covers areas such as bio-based materials, biofuels, industrial biotechnology, and food, offering support from concept to commercialisation.
What is the process for scaling up a bio-based idea with RISE?
RISE offers end-to-end support, with experts and technicians collaborating with companies throughout the entire development journey, from early-stage concept testing to upscaling. This includes access to laboratories and test facilities, as well as techno-economic analysis and life cycle assessment (LCA).
Which sectors or product areas can utilise Bioeconomy Arena?
Bioeconomy Arena is aimed at organisations in the chemicals, food, materials, textiles, packaging, and biofuels sectors. RISE’s areas of expertise include bio-based electronics, industrial biotechnology, and pulp processing, among others.
Why is collaborating with RISE valuable for the upscaling of bio-based processes?
RISE combines state-of-the-art research infrastructure with industry-relevant expertise, enabling the verification and development of new processes in close collaboration with experienced researchers. This reduces risk and shortens the time from idea to a scalable, commercial solution.
What type of test equipment is available through Bioeconomy Arena?
Bioeconomy Arena offers technolgy infrastructure for mobile carbon capture, electrochemical biorefinery processes, thermochemical pre-treatment and hydrothermal liquefaction, among other things. These facilities enable new bio-based processes to be tested on a realistic scale prior to commercialisation.
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