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EUBCE 2026 Opening Session Programme
Where Science Meets Industry and Policy
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
09:00 – 12:45
World Forum, The Hague
Shaping the Future of Bioenergy and the Bioeconomy
EUBCE 2026 opens with a high-level programme bringing together global leaders from science, industry and policy to discuss the future of bioenergy and renewable fuels.
The session will explore how research and innovation are driving industrial transformation and supporting Europe’s transition towards a sustainable, secure, and competitive energy future.
From advanced biofuels and renewable fuels to industrial deployment and energy diversification, the Opening Session will provide strategic perspectives on the key challenges and opportunities shaping the sector today.
Institutional and Industry Perspectives
Conference Opening Programme Highlights
Opening Plenary Session
Applications of Science in Industry - How research is becoming industrial deployment.
International experts will discuss how scientific excellence is being translated into industrial innovation, supporting the deployment of sustainable bioenergy solutions across global markets.
Report from the High-Level SAF Roundtable - Key outcomes from the High-Level SAF discussion.
Presentation of the key outcomes and recommendations emerging from the Sustainable Aviation Fuels Roundtable taking place on the previous day.
Award Ceremonies - Celebrating excellence in research and innovation.
Presentation of the prestigious Linneborn Prize and Giuliano Grassi Prize, recognizing outstanding achievements in research, innovation, and technology transfer.
Opening Addresses - Strategic perspectives from institutional and industry leaders.
Institutional and industry leaders will share strategic perspectives on the role of bioenergy and the bioeconomy within Europe’s evolving energy landscape.
High-Level Panel Discussion - Energy security, diversification and competitiveness.
A forward-looking discussion addressing energy resilience, diversification strategies, industrial competitiveness, and the contribution of sustainable bioenergy to future energy systems.
Programme at a Glance
Time
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Session
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09:00 – 10:00
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Opening Plenary Session – Applications of Science in Industry
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10:00 – 10:10
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Report on the High-Level SAF Roundtable
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10:10 – 10:30
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Linneborn Prize & Giuliano Grassi Prize
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10:30 – 11:30
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Opening Addresses
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11:30 – 13:00
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Panel Discussion – Energy Security and Diversification
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18:30 – 20:00
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Welcome Reception – Welcome Remarks
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Why Attend?
Parallel Events and Workshops
The EUBCE 2026 Parallel Events bring together experts from industry, research, and policy to discuss the latest developments in biomass technologies, renewable fuels, and industrial deployment.
Interactive workshops, panel discussions and networking sessions will offer practical insights into emerging market trends and strategic opportunities across the bioenergy sector.
Spotlight Session
Scaling Innovation and Achieving Deployment
for Renewable Fuels
As renewable fuels move from innovation to industrial-scale deployment, stronger collaboration between research, industry, and policymakers becomes increasingly important.
This session, jointly organized by ETIP Bioenergy and the SET Plan Implementation Working Group on Renewable Fuels and Bioenergy, will explore pathways to accelerate deployment, support industrial implementation, and strengthen Europe’s renewable fuels strategy.
Wednesday, 20 May 2026
16:15 – 18:15
Room South America
Meet the Dutch Matchmaking – NL Company Day
The matchmaking event is organized by Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) and Platform Bio-Economie in collaboration with the Enterprise Europe Network, and offers direct access to a carefully curated international network.
Tuesday 19 May
15:15 – 17:45
Room Summit Foyer
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