Bio-based materials

The industry is undergoing a transition in which fossil-based materials must be replaced with renewable alternatives. The challenge lies in finding bio-based solutions that are sustainable, can be manufactured efficiently, possess the appropriate properties for their intended use, and can be scaled up for industrial production. While many companies have ideas and concepts, they often lack the infrastructure and expertise to progress from laboratory testing to market readiness.

At RISE, we develop and test bio-based materials from raw materials to finished products. We develop processes for bio-based materials such as cellulose, nanocellulose and lignin, turning them into components of functional materials that can replace plastics, fossil chemicals and composites in products such as packaging, adhesives and construction materials. Our testing infrastructure verifies that material concepts work on an industrial scale and optimises processes to suit your application.