Industrial symbiosis in the biobased sector

Important results from the project

The purpose of the project was to describe the possibilities of material flows and interconnection between industries in the bio-based sector. Can industrial symbiosis as a concept be developed to benefit the transition to a circular and bio-based society? was a central question to be investigated in the project. The goal was to formulate and anchor a clear picture of concrete possibilities with industrial symbiosis within BioInnovation´s area of operation. This was fulfilled well

Expected long term effects

It provides a basis for future investments in a circular bioeconomy that can be valuable when you want to create a major impact and see lasting change in the industry towards a higher proportion of bio-based solutions and phasing out fossil solutions.

Approach and implementation

Information gathering with aim to summarize existing knowledge and show examples linked to industrial symbiosis. This was done through literature studies and stakeholder dialogues with selected actors. Interview and discussion with selected actors in the area. Roundtable discussion with aim to supplement and verify the conclusions about opportunities and development needs for industrial symbiosis that emerged during the information gathering.