Funded by the European Union
Grant Agreement No 101135119
As industries increasingly strive for more sustainable production methods, biotechnology is emerging as a key driver of the green economy transition. At the EU Researchers' Night, the ROBUSTOO project highlighted its pivotal role in this transformation with a talk titled “Biotechnology in the Circular Economy: Sustainable Industrial Processes Using Enzymes.”
The presentation focused on how ROBUSTOO is pioneering innovative and environmentally friendly approaches to producing chemicals and bio-based materials. Central to these advancements is the use of enzymes as biocatalysts in industrial processes, which provides sustainable alternatives to traditional chemical methods.
The talk explored the cutting-edge strategies used to develop robust enzymes that can thrive in the demanding conditions of industrial applications. It also addressed the challenge of scaling up enzyme production using microorganisms. Examples of these enzymes’ applications included converting plant biomass into high value products such as wood adhesives, polymers for 3D printing, and plastic components materials that are typically difficult to produce through conventional chemical synthesis.
Through this presentation, ROBUSTOO underscored the critical role of biotechnology in advancing a circular bioeconomy and promoting sustainable industrial practices.
Funded by the European Union
Grant Agreement No 101135119