Bioeconomy Matters
VitenskapDelve into groundbreaking bioeconomic insights and revelations with podcast host Hailey Ciantar and podcast editor and producer Rita Escórcio. Through a series of interviews, you will learn about bioeconomy's presence in various sectors. Our creators are among the EU bioeconomy youth ambassadors, a group of 15 outstanding young minds chosen by the European Commission. Their mission is to educate, act, and engage stakeholders on the role of bioeconomy to tackle the climate crisis and protect nature. This podcast was kindly funded by BioBeo, a EC Horizon Europe project.
Siste episoder av Bioeconomy Matters podcast
- Coffee: the agroforestry love story ft. Etelle Higonnet (00:47:50)
In this episode, Etelle Higonnet discusses the need of adopting agroforestry and transforming our agricultural model, with a focus on coffee production. More information: https://coffeewatch.org/
- Taking good care of our waste bags ft. Janek Vähk (00:37:13)
In this episode, Janek Vähk discusses the most effective waste management solutions and why we should invest in more sustainable waste management systems.
- The Waste Lab ft. Nick Little (00:21:13)
In this episode, Nick Little discusses The Waste Lab, a UAE-based startup. This company focuses on converting food scraps into compost.
- One Health ft. Dr. Gabrielle Laing (00:34:45)
In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Laing discusses the holistic concept of one health and the importance of understanding our interconnected reality.
- World Bioeconomy Forum ft. Jukka Kantola (00:28:12)
In this episode, Jukka Kantola, founder of the World Bioeconomy Forum and Chair of the World Bioeconomy Association, discusses the process of developing these worldwide bioeconomy platforms, as well as the importance of bringing together different bioeconomy stakeholders.
- (Bio)Plastics in Europe ft. Dr. Werner Bosmans (00:38:55)
In this episode, Dr. Werner Bosmans, a bioengineer at the European Commission, discusses the EU plastics strategy and the single-use plastics directive, as well as the benefits these policies provide to European citizens.
- Protecting endangered bird species ft. Prof. Dr. Barry John McMahon (00:29:29)
In this episode, Prof. Dr. Barry John McMahon discusses the need of protecting endangered bird species in order to sustain bioeconomy resilience."Answering the Curlew’s Call" Comic book: https://www.biobeo.eu/meet-beo/
- Can blockchain empower the Bioeconomy? ft. Juan Ibañez (00:30:30)
In this episode, Juan Ibañez the General Secretary of the MiCA (markets in crypto-assets) Crypto Alliance, talks on how blockchain technology and MiCA can enable sustainability solutions.
- (MT) Bringing Bioeconomy to Malta ft. Malta’s Prime Minister Dr. Robert Abela (00:15:52)
Hailey Ciantar, EU Bioeconomy Youth Ambassador, sits down with the Prime Minister of Malta, Robert Abela, for a focused discussion on Malta’s approach to the bioeconomy. This episode is in Maltese.
- Unlocking Bamboo in the EU ft. Hans Friederich (00:23:36)
In this episode, nature and sustainability specialist Hans Friederich covers different applications of bamboo grass and how it may develop into a European industry.Public consultation EU Bioeconomy Strategy 2025: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/14555-Towards-a-circular-regenerative-and-competitive-bioeconomy_en
- Insuring our Bioeconomy ft. Van Carlson (00:24:39)
In this episode, Van Carlson discusses the necessity of risk assessment in an ever-changing environment and how the insurance sector is responding to it.More information: https://www.831b.com/
- From Farm to Mug (Coffee Farming) ft. Eranda Bandara (00:30:06)
In this episode, Eranda Bandara discusses his path from farming to coffee production and his subsequent research into the value-adding of coffee leftovers.
- AI and Bioeconomy ft. Professor Dr. Alexiei Dingli (00:28:01)
In this episode, Professor Dr. Alexiei Dingli discusses the use of artificial intelligence in many bioeconomy areas, including agriculture, forestry, waste management, and conservation of biodiversity.
- The African aerospace engineering in Bioeconomy ft. Prof. Dr. Sameer Hameer (00:19:07)
In this episode, Prof. Dr. Sameer Hameer covers aerospace engineering development in Africa, with a focus on Kenya, as well as biofuel manufacturing from waste biomass.
- Shopping in the Carbon Market ft. Eleanor Scott (00:24:31)
In this episode, Eleanor Scott explains how the Carbon Market works in Europe and how it fits into bioeconomy.
- Bioeconomy in Latin America ft. Henry Alterio (00:32:40)
In this episode, Henry Alterio discusses his experiences in the development of Latin America's bioeconomy, with an emphasis on Colombia.http://www.ecosimple.co
- Carne the unsustainable footprint ft. Francisco Guerreiro (Part II) (00:32:29)
In this episode, former MEP Francisco Guerreiro discusses his most recent documentary exposing the meat industry. The aim of this documentary is to educate the general public about the realities of our diet and that of a vegan diet. Link to watch: https://www.waterbear.com/watch/carne-the-unsustainable-footprint
- Carbon Plus Project ft. former MEP Francisco Guerreiro (Part I) (00:24:14)
In this episode, former MEP Francisco Guerreiro explains the motivation for his new venture in the Carbon Plus Market. He emphasises the need of involving local populations and biodiversity in carbon capture programs.
- Blue Bioeconomy in Europe ft. Maris Stulgis (00:27:07)
In this episode, Maris Stulgis from the EC MARE discusses the development of the blue bioeconomy in Europe and the potential of the algae industry in it.
- Bioeconomy roadmaps ft. Marco Segovia Bifarini (00:31:34)
In this episode, Marco Segovia discusses how circular economy roadmaps are enabling a sustainable bioeconomy, as well as the importance of networking and collaboration to support system change.
- Sustainable aviation fuel ft. Professor Dr. Bin Yang and Dr. Joshua Heyne (00:27:32)
In this episode we can dive into the research collaboration between Professor Dr. Bin Yang and Dr. Joshua Heyne to produce sustainable aviation fuel from waste residues.
- Happy Birthday to Bioeconomy Matters (00:30:49)
In this episode, Hailey Ciantar and Rita Escórcio commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Bioconomy Matters podcast by sharing some behind-the-scenes stories, experiences, and future topics and plans.
- Decarbonising Transport in the EU ft. Ewa Ptaszyńska (00:27:20)
In this episode, Ewa Ptaszyńska, European Commission Deputy Head of Unit of Transport Investments, guides us through the roads of Europe. She explains the EU's targets in moving towards carbon neutrality and the decarbonisation efforts in transportation.
- The parents' hat ft. Eszter Salamon (00:25:56)
In this episode, Eszter Salamon leads us through the role of the Association Parents International in the education of children on areas linked with sustainability and bioeconomy.
- (ES) La biotecnología y la bioeconomía son mejores amigas ft. Jhessica Mosquera Tobar (00:17:56)
En este episodio, Jhessica Mosquera, ingeniera ambiental, comparte sus conocimientos sobre bioprocesos y biotecnología, haciendo hincapié en el vínculo entre estos elementos y la bioeconomía.In this episode, Jhessica Mosquera, an environmental engineer, shares her knowledge of bioprocesses and biotechnology, emphasizing the link between these elements and bioeconomy. This episode is in Spanish.