ESTONIA National HUB

Value proposition

The Estonian Circular Bioeconomy HUB, led by the Estonian University of Life Sciences, supports innovation and sustainability in the circular bioeconomy. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and providing access to cutting-edge research and resources, it connects stakeholders across various sectors to drive impactful projects and support policy development throughout Estonia. The HUB aims to enhance resource efficiency, create new economic opportunities, and contribute to a greener future.

Description

The Estonian Circular Bioeconomy HUB, coordinated by the Estonian University of Life Sciences, is a knowledge-based center dedicated to advancing the circular bioeconomy in Estonia. The HUB fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, connecting stakeholders from various sectors to drive innovation and sustainability. By providing access to cutting-edge research and resources, the HUB supports impactful projects and policy development across the country.

The HUB leverages the expertise of the Biomajanduse Arenduskeskus (BioMAK) at the Estonian University of Life Sciences. Established in 2017, BioMAK focuses on initiating and coordinating interdisciplinary research and development in the bioeconomy, fostering collaboration between universities, research institutions, companies, and organizations both in Estonia and internationally.

National contact point

Iris Kuhi

Chief Specialist in Circular Bioeconomy

Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture of Estonia

Relevant contact

Katrin Kepp, PhD

Head of the Centre of Bioeconomy

Estonian University of Life Sciences

katrin.kepp@emu.ee

Lili Veesaar

Project manager

Estonian University of Life Sciences

lili.veesaar@emu.ee

Bioeconomy-related projects

BioBaltic: Nordic-Baltic Cooperation on Circular Bioeconomy: The BioBaltic project aimed to deepen Nordic-Baltic cooperation in the circular bioeconomy. It provided a platform for raising awareness of different bioeconomy models through peer-to-peer learning and building networks across Baltic and Nordic countries. This collaboration facilitated knowledge generation and exchange among various actors, including youth, focusing on aspects such as financing, industrial partnerships, symbiosis, and digitalization opportunities.

A two-way learning channel was established between each Baltic country and the Nordic countries through Nordregio. The ‘Mobile Learning Hubs’ (MLHs), coordinated by the NCM offices in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, collected and disseminated practical and scientific knowledge on the circular bioeconomy in collaboration with local actors.

 

Interreg BSR BioBoosters project: The BioBoosters project supports rural bio-based businesses by sharing knowledge on circular production and fostering green business opportunities. It develops a business hackathon model to help these businesses adopt circular models and modern technologies. Regional bioeconomy hubs play a key role in this transition. The project runs from January 2023 to December 2025 and is funded by the Interreg Baltic Sea Region Programme.

Related items in the Knowledge Platform

Bioeconomy Concept Paper – Estonia 2023 (poster)

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BIOEAST

Bioeconomy Concept Paper – Estonia: Executive Summary. 2023

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BIOEAST

Bioeconomy Concept Paper – Estonia. 2023

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BIOEAST

The Estonian BIOEAST HUB is a dynamic national platform designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth within Hungary’s bioeconomy.