Global Bioeconomy Summit 2026

The Global Bioeconomy Summit is a leading international forum dedicated to advancing a sustainable and circular bioeconom. Held bi or tri-annually since 2015, it brings together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, academia and other stakeholders from around the world to discuss strategies for replacing fossil-based systems with renewable biological resources, and for accelerating the transition toward climate-neutral and resource-efficient economies. Previous editions have attracted more than 700 in-person participants  from over 70 countries, reflecting the growing global momentum behind bio-based solutions.

The 2026 edition will take place on 20–21 October in Dublin, focusing on global cooperation, investment pathways and scaling bio-based innovation across sectors such as agriculture, materials, chemicals, energy, and biotechnology. Discussions will highlight how bio-based solutions can address urgent global challenges, including food and energy security, biodiversity loss, climate change, and public health, while ensuring their deployment remains inclusive and equitable.

Through high-level dialogues, workshops and site visits, participants will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to the development of global, national and regional bioeconomy strategies

• Engage with cutting-edge science, technology and innovation

• Build cross-border partnerships for investment and collaboration

• Showcase and learn from local solutions with global relevance

• Support the development of actionable, nature-positive outcomes that align market uptake with sustainable supply, resilient value chains and future policy direction.

As part of the programme, CBE JU will host an exhibition featuring bio-based products developed through its funded projects. The showcase will highlight European bio-based innovation and underline opportunities for collaboration, funding and scale-up.

On 22 October, participants will also have the opportunity to visit Farm Zero C in County Cork, home to the Irish demonstration site of the Rural BioReFarmeries project. Delegates will learn how the project is placing farmers at the centre of the circular bioeconomy by demonstrating innovative rural biorefinery models that combine sustainability, productivity and climate action.

You can register until 31 August.  More information on the event.