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A warm welcome from the Host Country
Margarita de Gregorio
National Chair, EUBCE
Secretary General, Bioplat, Spanish Technology and Innovation Platform on Biocircularity
CEO, Biocirc, Spanish Biocircularity Association
Biomass, Biocircularity and EU Strategic Autonomy
As National Chair of the European Biomass Conference and Exhibition (EUBCE), it is a true honour to welcome you to this premier platform for scientific, industrial, and policy dialogue in the fields of biomass, biocircularity, and the bioeconomy. At a time when Europe faces pressing geopolitical, environmental, and economic challenges, the role of biomass in securing our strategic autonomy has never been more crucial.
Organic matter contained in biomass is more than just a renewable source; it is a cornerstone of biocircularity — a transformative model that integrates sustainability, innovation, industrialisation, and territorial resilience. By advancing the industrial deployment of local bioenergy, biogases, advanced biofuels and bio-based products, we are not only reducing our dependence on external fossil resources, but also strengthening regional competitiveness and reinforcing energy security across the continent.
In this context, biocircularity is emerging as a key pillar of Europe’s green transition. It offers solutions rooted in local resources, driven by scientific excellence, accelerated through industrialisation, and capable of delivering tangible benefits to communities. These solutions range from producing advanced liquid biofuels for the road, aviation, and maritime sectors; biomethane for injection into existing gas infrastructures, to integrated biorefineries generating high-value-added products, and circular carbon capture systems. Each of these technologies plays a decisive role in building a more autonomous, sustainable, and resilient Europe.
The EUBCE conference serves not only as a forum for sharing knowledge, but also as a catalyst for collaboration among researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers. This year, we invite you to engage actively in discussions, explore new synergies, and contribute to shaping the future of a biocircular Europe. Let us harness the full potential of biocircularity to fulfil the promise of a just, green, and strategically secure transition.
Together, we are laying the foundations for a resilient Europe — one that is energy independent, economically dynamic, and environmentally sound.
Welcome to EUBCE.
Monday Opening Session Auditorium 1 (Free and Open to All)
An overview of what you can expect:
09:00 Scientific Opening / Plenary Session
Chairs:
Nicolae Scarlat, European Commission Joint Research Centre,
EUBCE Technical Programme Chair
Biljana Kulisic, European Commission DG ENER
Speakers:
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Daniela Thrän, Helmholtz Centre of Environmental Research (UFZ), Germany, “Global biomass: research needs for a sustainable carbon management”
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Eric van den Heuvel, IEA Bioenergy Technical coordinator and studio GearUp, The Netherlands, “Global Biomass: Status, Prospects and Development needs”
09:40 Linneborn Prize and Giuliano Grassi Prize Ceremony
Chairs:
David Chiaramonti, Polytechnic of Turin, Italy
Kyriakos Maniatis, Former European Commission, DG Energy
10:00 International Opening Addresses
Chair: Margarita de Gregorio, Plataforma Española Tecnológica y de Innovación en Biocircularidad – BIOPLAT, Secretary General, BIOCIRC, CEO
Speakers:
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Teresa Riesgo, Secretary General for Innovation, Ministry for Science, Innovation and Universities, Spain
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Piotr Szymanski, European Commission, Joint Research Centre, Director, Directorate for Energy Mobility and Climate
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Miguel Rodrigo, IDAE Director General (i)
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Mehdi Lakhdari, Natural Resources Canada, Government of Canada
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Liangyu Yan, China Petroleum & Chemical Industry Federation, China
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Sangita M. Kasture, Scientist G & Group Head, Bioenergy Programmes, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India
11:10 Panel Discussion
The role and opportunities of sustainable biofuels and biochemicals in times of uncertainty
Moderator: Gerard Ostheimer, Biofuture Council
With:
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Margarita de Gregorio, Plataforma Española Tecnológica y de Innovación en Biocircularidad – BIOPLAT, Secretary General, BIOCIRC, CEO
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Paolo Frankl, Head of Renewable Energies Division, IEA
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Maria Georgiadou, European Commission, DG Research and Innovation, Senior Expert – Renewable energy R&I policy
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Preeti Jain, IATA, International Air Transport Association
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Biljana Kulisic, European Commission DG ENER
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Tomas Malango, REPSOL Renewable fuels and Circular Economy Director
Jennifer Holmgren awarded with the Giuliano Grassi Prize 2025
Jennifer Holmgren, PhD, receives the prize for her life-long engagement and enduring commitment in developing advanced biofuels and steering Lanzatech and LanzaJet to leading positions in the global advanced biofuels market with innovative processes and value chains, as well as always been very active in the professional policy/industries debates arena bringing progressive ideas for further development has been exemplary
This award honors the legacy of Dr. Giuliano Grassi, who dedicated his life to advancing biomass market deployment. The Giuliano Grassi Prize recognizes exceptional scientific, technical, or managerial achievements in the industrial deployment of biomass, awarded to individuals with a history of continuous accomplishments.
The Prize will be delivered on Monday 9th June during the Opening Session.
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