Register now for the CBE JU Info Day 2022

The very first CBE JU Info Day and networking event will take place on 7 June 2022 online.

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Organic pesticides to provide natural protection for endangered crops

CBE JU-funded BIOBESTicide project is developing bio-based pesticides to improve crop and human health.

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New biorefinery revolutionises wood processing

CBE JU-funded SWEETWOODS project's innovative method transforms wood residues into new bio-based materials.

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CBE JU-funded SWEETWOODS project biorefinery in Estonia

CBE JU is advancing circular and sustainable textiles

By developing bio-based textile solutions, CBE JU-funded projects support the EU environmental goals.

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Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking

CBE JU is a €2 billion partnership between the European Union and the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) that funds projects advancing competitive circular bio-based industries under Horizon Europe, the EU’s research and innovation programme. CBE JU is the legal and universal successor of BBI JU.

About CBE JU Achievements
LIGNOFLAG flagship project biorefinery ©Clariant

Apply for funding

Our way of advancing the European circular bioeconomy is by funding excellent projects. Discover how to apply for CBE JU funding under Horizon Europe.
What is next?

The launch of the first call for proposals requires that a number of legal and procedural steps be taken, for example adopting the Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda and the consultation of the advisory bodies.

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Manage your project

Are you a beneficiary of a BBI JU-funded project? Find all the information you need to manage your project, including Horizon 2020 and BBI JU-specific rules, templates and guidelines.

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Facts and figures

CBE JU is building on the success of its predecessor, the Bio-based Industries Joint Undertaking (BBI JU). Since 2014, this €3.7 billion partnership between the European Union and BIC has supported the European bio-based industries. Each euro of public money generated €2.8 of private investment.

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142

projects

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1055

beneficiaries from 39 countries

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40%

of beneficiaries are small businesses

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    Call for CBE JU Scientific Committee members open

    Would you like to become one of the 15 CBE JU Scientific Committee members to provide advice on the new partnership’s scientific priorities and activities? If you have relevant research and professional background, express your interest by 30 January 2022 at 23:59 Central European Time (CET).

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