Biomodel4Regions final event

May 19, 2025

On May 13–14, Biomodel4Regions marked the conclusion of three years of collaboration by participating in the European Rural Circular Bioeconomy Conference in Brussels. The event, hosted by the ROBIN project in cooperation with five Horizon Europe projects, served as the final conference for Biomodel4Regions – highlighting the project’s contributions to shaping a regional, inclusive, and sustainable bioeconomy across Europe.

The two-day conference brought together researchers, policymakers, businesses, and regional actors to share insights, tools, and success stories. Keynote speakers included Michael Losch from the European Commission, offering perspectives on the evolving EU Bioeconomy Strategy, and Marco Rupp from the Bio-based Industries Consortium, who emphasized emerging business and funding opportunities.

Biomodel4Regions contributed actively to the “fire pitching” session, where each project presented its scope and achievements. The project showcased:

  • Tailor-made bioeconomy models based on regional strengths

  • Governance frameworks and decision-support tools for public authorities

  • Stakeholder engagement strategies to enhance collaboration and inclusivity

In the panel “Tools for Advancing the EU’s Bioeconomy”, Biomodel4Regions shared its practical outcomes and innovative resources designed to empower regional actors and bridge the gap between policy and implementation.

Another highlight was the final panel session, “Inspiring Change Through Success Stories”, where regional representatives presented real-world cases demonstrating how bioeconomy solutions can foster local development and resilience.

The conference concluded with the signing of a Memorandum of Collaboration between five European regions – a symbolic yet concrete step toward continued cooperation in advancing rural bioeconomy initiatives.

Biomodel4Regions’ final project meeting was held on May 15th in parallel with the conference, hosted by APRE (Agenzia per la Promozione della Ricerca Europea). It served as an opportunity to reflect on achievements and future opportunities beyond the project’s formal end.

After three years of cooperation, Biomodel4Regions leaves behind a strong legacy of regionally rooted innovation, tools, and partnerships – all contributing to the green transition and a sustainable future for Europe’s rural areas.

A Visual Representation of EuRCBC Event