Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of Bioeconomy Working Group.
Bioeconomy
The Working Group focuses on increasing the influence of regions and their stakeholders in shaping the European circular bioeconomy while also focusing on the Horizon Europe Mission Soil. The group covers the bioeconomy in the widest sense, tackling issues related to topics such as food systems, soil health, forestry, bioenergy, biowaste, bio-based products, among other things. Seeing the growing role of the bioeconomy in decarbonisation efforts, the group also concentrates on the ecological sustainability of these solutions (e.g. nature-based solutions, green and blue solutions for carbon capture). The group develops contacts with European policymakers to increase cooperation and projects between European regions in bioeconomy, with a particular focus on Horizon Europe and the Circular Bio-based Europe Partnership.
ERRIN Contact
Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Policy WG reflection meeting on ERRIN's role in resilience, security and defence
Europe has been undergoing a period of increased uncertainty with both geopolitical threats and challenges over global competitiveness. These tensions have also been felt by ERRIN members - over 90%
Project Development Session: Natural Resources and Adaptation Cluster
The Bioeconomy, Blue Economy and Climate Adaptation and Resilience Working Groups are hosting a project development session on the Horizon Europe Cluster 6, Mission Soil, Mission Adaptation, Mission
Skills for Competitiveness: how to address skills shortages in Europe’s regions?
Skills for competitivenessOne of the objectives of the European Competitiveness Fund is to address critical skills shortages to all kinds of quality jobs in strategic sectors, through both horizontal
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
The 2026 EU Health Policy Agenda and Biotech Act I
This first session of the year will offer an opportunity for all ERRIN members of the Health Working Group to come together to network and jointly kick off the activities for 2026. Marta Moya
ERRIN Natural Resources and Adaptation Cluster kick-off meeting 2026
ERRIN Natural Resources and Adaptation Cluster is organising its kick-off meeting on Monday 26 January from 14:00 to 17:00.This informal and interactive meeting will offer an opportunity for all
Low Carbon Cluster and Policy WG meeting: Exploring the future European Competitiveness Fund
On 4 November (14:30 – 16:30), the three Working Groups under the Low Carbon Cluster (Energy and Climate Change WG, Transport WG, Smart Cities WG) and the Policy WG will co-organise a meeting
WG Related Events
Nordic Edge Expo
Save the date! Nordic Edge Expo is the Nordic cross-sectoral meeting place for smart and sustainable societies, connecting leaders, entrepreneurs, decision-makers and capital to create new partnerships and actions. The event will take place 4–6 May 2026 in Stavanger.
Forests for Resilient Water
The 'Forests for resilient water' event is organised by the Halden river basin sub district, in cooperation with the EFI Bioregions Facility, European Forest Institute, ERRIN, Oslo Region European Office and Østfold fylkeskommune. The event takes place on February 23 at Oslo Region European Office in the Nordic House, Brussels.
Skills for Competitiveness: how to address skills shortages in Europe’s regions?
On 23 March, ERRIN's Science and Education for Society Working Group is organising a meeting 'Skills for Competitiveness' putting skills at the core of the competitiveness debate. The meeting aims to gain a deeper understanding of the skills provision challenges that regional innovation ecosystems face for strategic sectors and across the entire regional ecosystem. A call for member inputs to shape this meeting is open until 24 February.
ERRIN Intro Coffee
The ERRIN Secretariat is pleased to invite you to the upcoming ERRIN Intro Coffee, which will take place in person on 13 March from 10:00-11:30. The event will offer a concise introduction to ERRIN and its services, alongside a chance for networking. New network members and staff are particularly encouraged to join!
Project Development Session: Natural Resources and Adaptation Cluster
The Bioeconomy, Blue Economy and Climate Adaptation and Resilience Working Groups are hosting a project development session on the Horizon Europe Cluster 6, Mission Soil, Mission Adaptation, Mission Ocean and Waters 2026 calls for proposal. The session will take place online on Friday 27 February from 10:00 to 12:00 CET. Express your interest on the PDT and join the matchmaking event.
From pilots to follower testing: Two procurement solutions to drive municipal circularity
On 26 February, the CircularPSP project is organising an online follower event for new cities and municipalities across Europe who want to start using their recently developed AI-supported platform containing circular procurement case studies and step-by-step guidance for local staff. This platform helps cities to create and track their circular missions for the coming years.
WG Documents
New report: Circular Cities and Regions Pilot Solutions: Insights, impacts, and replication paths
From 2023 until 2025, the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative has supported 12 European cities and regions to test what it really takes to turn circular economy ambition into practical, local and systemic solutions. Their examples in developing Circular Systemic Solutions (CSS) across various sectors and focus priorities form the foundation of this booklet. This compilation brings together the insights and solutions developed through the CCRI Pilot programme between January 2023 and October 2025. It highlights not only what the Pilots achieved, but how they did it: the partnerships they…
ERRIN input on the EU Bioeconomy Strategy
In the framework of ERRIN's response to the EU Bioeconomy Strategy update, ERRIN launched a call for members inputs, asking for insights on the legislative barriers encountered by regions that hinder the growth and development of the bioeconomy at the local level, as well as the different hierarchy of biomass utilisation addressed in regional and national strategies.
Joint declaration for a place-based circular bioeconomy
ERRIN, ERIAFF and EFI Bioregions Facility released a joint declaration to call for a place-based and competitive circular bioeconomy. The declaration is part of the ERRIN response to the EU Bioeconomy Strategy.
ERRIN’s 10 key messages towards the next Multiannual Financial Framework
At this pivotal time for Europe, with the Commission's proposals for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10) getting closer, European Regions Research and Innovation Network (ERRIN) is pleased to provide inputs on how the EU can create the right conditions for R&I to thrive for a competitive Europe post-2027. Drawing our comprehensive paper series 'Towards the 10th Framework Programme', with insights gathered from the 120 regional ecosystems that ERRIN brings together, ERRIN has put together 10 key messages on the…
The pivotal role of regions and industry for a thriving bioeconomy: ERRIN - BIC joint position paper
ERRIN, through its Bioeconomy WG, and the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) have jointly released a position paper outlining a proposal for the most pressing actions for the European bioeconomy to be tackled during the upcoming European Commission mandate period.
The pivotal role of regions and the industry to make bioeconomy real
The ERRIN Bioeconomy Working Group, in collaboration with the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC), is currently drafting a document that underscores the pivotal role of regions and the synergies with the private sector in driving forward the circular bioeconomy. This document aims to provide actionable recommendations to policymakers and stakeholders at both regional and EU levels.
Latest Updates
- By Gianpiero Petruzziello
Shape ERRIN’s Project Development Session
Shape ERRIN’s Natural Resources and Adaptation Cluster Project Development Session. Express your interest in the Project Development Tool by Wednesday 18 February and register for the matchmaking session, taking place on Friday 27 February.
- By Randi Johanne Hoseth
Forests for Resilient Water: Open call to present your region
The Halden river basin sub district wants to call together regions in Europe and look closer into this and start building a consortium for future research and development project. There is an open call for regions, networks and projects to join the first event for this consortium on April 23. Are you interested to present one or more cases from your region, please fill out this form withing 28 February.
- By Maria Bostrom
The ERRIN Year in Review 2025 is out
The ERRIN Year in Review 2025 is out! In this annual report, we showcase some key highlights strong policy influence, strategic project engagement and reinforced collaboration across Europe’s regional innovation ecosystems..
- By Joaquín Martín de Saavedra Rojas
International Open Call for 10 postdoctoral positions under the TALENT4RURALSCIENCE project (MSCA COFUND)
The TALENT4RURALSCIENCE (Scientific Talent for the Promotion of Rural Development) project has opened its International Open Call to recruit 10 postdoctoral researchers, within the framework of an initiative funded by the European Union through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions COFUND (MSCA COFUND) scheme.
- By Maria Bostrom
ERRIN’s 2026 Annual Work Plans are out
We are excited to launch ERRIN's Annual Work Plans for 2026, outlining the upcoming activities and priorities of ERRIN's Working Groups and highlighting how members can actively engage in ERRIN’s activities throughout the year. A dynamic and strategically important year lies ahead. From policy dialogues and project development to mutual learning and strategic partnerships, the plans outline a rich and ambitious agenda for 2026.
- By Teresa Vio
ERRIN is looking for a Communications and Policy Manager
ERRIN is looking for a Communications and Policy Manager to join its Secretariat! This role is for you if you thrive on turning complex EU policy into clear, engaging and high-impact communication and are passionate for shaping narratives and messages. The deadline to apply is 20 February.