Welcome to the World Bioeconomy Association Annual Bioeconomy Survey!

Background

The establishment of the World Bioeconomy Association marks a pivotal moment in addressing the escalating global need for a unified platform dedicated to advancing the principles and practices of the bioeconomy. With the bioeconomy emerging as a key player in sustainable economic growth, there’s a pressing demand for cohesive efforts to propel its development forward. The Association serves as a nexus, bringing together a diverse array of stakeholders spanning public organisations, businesses, academia, government bodies, NGOs, and civil society representatives, all committed to driving progress in the bioeconomy.

The World Bioeconomy Association and its partners are building on findings from a survey conducted in 2023 that identified critical areas for global discussion, including:

• Information exchange and access: Highlighted as significant gaps in the bioeconomy landscape.
• Sustainability: Particularly in food, emphasising the global impacts and benefits.
• Biomaterials: Potential to disrupt traditional materials and foster new industries.
• Energy and biotechnology: Despite existing international platforms, gaps remain in broader bioeconomy conversations.

Why paradigm shift is important

The World Bioeconomy Association advocates for a paradigm shift within the bioeconomy, recognising the imperative to transition towards more sustainable and circular practices. By embracing three core visions – Bioresource, Biotechnology, and Bioecology – the Association underscores the multifaceted nature of the bioeconomy and the need for holistic approaches to its advancement. This paradigm shift fosters innovation, encourages responsible resource management, and promotes the integration of ecological processes into economic activities.

Emphasis on circularity

Prioritising responsible production and sustainable resource utilisation, the bioeconomy aims to minimise waste, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and mitigate environmental degradation. Aligning with circular economy principles not only enhances resource efficiency but also opens up new avenues for economic growth and job creation. This shift is essential for addressing 21st-century challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, food security, and public health.

Global engagement

The bioeconomy is gaining traction in various international forums. For example, Brazil, as the president of the G20, has launched a bioeconomy initiative (GIB) aimed at establishing High-Level Principles on Bioeconomy.

Survey themes

In this questionnaire, we have organised questions under two themes:

1. Concept of the Bioeconomy
2. Knowledge Sharing

Timing

The survey will take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete and will be open from Jun to September 2024.

Results availability

The results will be analysed and published during 4Q 2024.

Call to action

Your expertise and perspective are invaluable to us. By participating in this survey, you will help shape the future of the bioeconomy and contribute to sustainable development worldwide.

Thank you for your participation and valuable contribution to this important endeavor.