EU & UK Bioeconomy Strategies: Scaling Bio-Based Materials, Policy & Textile Innovation Impact

28 Apr 2026
Main Stage
  • How do the UK and EU bioeconomy strategies compare in driving the adoption of bio-based and natural polymer materials across sectors like packaging, textiles, and cosmetics?
  • How can public procurement, such as in the NHS, accelerate adoption of high-performance bio-based and natural polymer alternatives?
  • What role does cross-industry collaboration and collective advocacy play in creating regulatory clarity and enabling market adoption for biobased and biodegradable materials?
  • How can standards, testing frameworks, and traceability systems evolve to accurately reflect the performance of plant-based materials?
Speakers
Jen Vanderhoven
Jen Vanderhoven, Chief Operating Officer - BBIA