About

At the BBIA we are focused on accelerating the adoption of bio-based, biodegradable, and compostable chemicals and materials in the UK, in order to reduce our reliance on fossil resources and create a sustainable circular economy.

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Our Mission

The BBIA exists to champion the industrial bioeconomy to accelerate the development and adoption of bio-based and biodegradable materials and products through advocacy, collaboration, and education. 

Our purpose

We do this to reduce the impact of human consumption on the planet.

Our vision

Our vision is for a more sustainable future, where the UK is a global leader in developing, manufacturing, using and exporting bio-based and biodegradable solutions.

What we do

Influence

We work with the government, policymakers, industry leaders and academia to promote and advocate for policies that support the growth of the bio-based and biodegradable sector.

Innovate

We are dedicated to advancing the industrial bioeconomy, by supporting projects that aim to develop new sustainable materials and technologies that reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions.

Connect

We provide an international platform for organisations and professionals within the bio-based and biodegradable sector to network and collaborate, exchange ideas, and form partnerships.

Communicate

We proactively share information that elevates public and policy makers knowledge about the benefits of bio-based and biodegradable products, to inform, educate, and inspire action.

Our focus areas

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Focus Area 1

Biodegradable & compostable materials

Focus Area 2

Bio-based chemicals 

Focus Area 3

Biomaterials of the future

Through our three focus areas, we unite those working in the bio-based and biodegradable industries, through advocacy, collaboration, and education, to put the industrial bioeconomy at the centre of sustainability and economic growth in the UK.

Our asks to Government

The bioeconomy and bio-based materials offer the ability to dramatically reduce our reliance on fossil resources. However, the sector faces significant challenges, which need interventions to be overcome.

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Our Bio-based and Biodegradable Regulatory Network (BB-REG-NET) aims to understand barriers to commercialisation of these materials, and ultimately how - by adopting them - we can significantly reduce our reliance on fossil resources.

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