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Worldwide strategies
The bioeconomy is gaining ground all over the world. A large number of countries have now adopted bioeconomy strategies - with various focus areas. You can find them in the following overview.
In the spotlight
About the bioeconomy
Bioeconomy - this refers to a modern and sustainable form of economic activity based on the efficient use of biological resources such as plants, animals and microorganisms. All industries that produce, process or use biological resources in any form contribute to the biobased economy.
Polyamides and fragrances from thistle oil
The Linopol project has developed a process to produce polymer intermediates from biological sources.
Bioeconomy inside
![Probiotischer Allzweckreiniger](/sites/default/files/2024-01/Allzweckreiniger_Spalotta-1L-Freisteller_718.png)
All-purpose cleaner
Many cleaning products are based on surfactants derived from crude oil. They have been proven to fulfil their main task of dissolving dirt and grease. Bio-based alternatives do this in a more environmentally friendly way using renewable resources.
For how many Germans does sustainability play an important role when buying cleaning products?
No, sustainability plays a greater role in this segment.
That's right, around a third of Germans pay attention to sustainability when it comes to cleaning products.
![Rundes Waschbecken](/sites/default/files/2024-04/Woodio_Waschbecken_freigestellt.png)
Washbasin
Stable, heat-resistant, scratch-proof. These are the properties that a washbasin should have. Sanitary ceramics are ideal for manufacturing the basins - but so is a bio-based composite.
How many cubic metres of damaged timber had to be felled in 2022, mainly due to long periods of drought and the spread of the bark beetle?
That is wrong.
Correct. This corresponds to a 59.5% share of logging due to forest damage. In 2012, the figure was still 17.8%.
![Verschiedene Gemüsesorten und Milchprodukte in einer Kiste mit Isoliermaterial](/sites/default/files/2024-03/CornPack_Kuehlschutz_Lebensmittel%E2%80%93718x718px.png)
Food packaging
Maize is first and foremost a foodstuff. Many of its plant components that are not edible are also suitable for the production of environmentally friendly products. For example, for products that bring other foods fresh to the consumer.
In 1960, maize was grown on 6,000 hectares in Germany. How big was the area in 2023?
That's wrong.
That's correct. In 2012, the figure was as high as 526 thousand hectares.
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Phone case
Most users know that the production of smartphones places a heavy burden on the environment. But protective covers made of plastic can also be harmful to humans and nature. Manufacturers use plant-based plastic alternatives to develop more sustainable products.
How many smartphones are sold in Germany each year?
This is wrong, but roughly equivalent to the number of smartphone users in Germany.
Correct!
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Kebab bag
Kebabs to go are usually wrapped in aluminium foil. An award-winning innovative paper packaging offers a more sustainable solution.
How much packaging waste is generated statistically per capita and year in Germany?
No, its about double.
Correct. This is the per capita consumption of the year 2020.
Events
09.09.2024 bis 09.09.2024 online
Transfer gestalten: Wie Bioenergie schneller ihren Platz in der Wirtschaft findet
10.09.2024 bis 10.09.2024 Leipzig
5. Bioraffinerietag
11.09.2024 bis 12.09.2024 Leipzig