The Bioresource Vision Chair plays a vital role in advancing the strategic vision and initiatives related to bioresources within the World Bioeconomy Association (WBA). This position is crucial for promoting sustainable management and utilization of bioresources to support a circular and bio-based economy. The Ambassador is responsible for leading discussions, projects, and collaborations that enhance the sustainable use of natural resources and contribute to ecological and economic resilience.
A Bioresource Vision that promotes sustainable management and use of biological resources to advance a circular, biobased economy. It underscores the role of research, technology development and upscaling to convert and valorise biomass feedstocks from agriculture, marine and forestry, as well as industrial side-streams – turning bioresources into value for climate and biodiversity, food security and health, rural livelihoods, and economic resilience.
The Chair of Biotechnology Vision supports the World Bioeconomy Association (WBA) in shaping strategic discussions and initiatives in biotechnology. The role contributes expertise on enabling technologies, biotechnological solutions, and production pathways—helping to frame priorities, highlight opportunities, and connect biotechnology developments with broader sustainability considerations, including feedstocks and resource use.
A Biotechnology Vision, emphasising the importance of biotechnology and biomanufacturing research, for application and commercialisation in different sectors.
The Bioecology and Social Vision Chair’s role is pivotal in championing the World Bioeconomy Association’s commitment to ecological harmony and social considerations. Leading discussion around this topic, the Bioecology and Social Vision Chair drives initiatives with sustainable practices to optimise land, energy, nutrient usage, promote biodiversity, reinforce crop and include social relationships with the environment.
A Bioecology and Social Vision builds a bioeconomy within ecological limits, safeguarding biodiversity and natural systems while advancing circular, regionally rooted, socially inclusive development, and strengthening health and food security.
