Å·ÃÀAV

This is a NEW DATE for this meeting replacing the POSTPONED 30 October 2025

Date: 26 February 2026
Time: 1pm – 4.30pm 
Venue: Å·ÃÀAV, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BA
Cost: £10 for Å·ÃÀAV members and £25 for non-Å·ÃÀAV members

Join the Å·ÃÀAV (Å·ÃÀAV) and the Bio-Based and Biodegradable Industries Association (BBIA) for an engaging and thought-provoking afternoon exploring the future of chemistry and the vital role of sustainable, bio-based chemical production.
 
Leading academic and industry experts will examine cutting edge innovation, how to compare fossil-based and bio-based chemicals fairly with Life Cycle Assessment, the vital role of standards, and the policy landscape that are shaping the transition to a bio-based chemical economy. The programme includes a panel Q&A and interactive mini-workshop session, offering attendees the chance to engage directly with speakers, exchange ideas with peers, and help shape perspectives on the future of bio-based chemicals.
 
Tea and coffee on arrival, the meeting starts promptly at 1.15pm.

Current agenda and speakers:
1.00      Registration and refreshments        
1.15       Opening remarks and welcome
1.20       Circular Biomanufacturing: From Waste to Wealth - Professor Stephen Wallace, University of Edinburgh
1.40       Comparing Fossil and Bio-Based Systems Through Life Cycle Analysis - Professor Marcelle McManus, University of Bath
2.00       Standards as Enablers for Scaling the Bioeconomy - Jeffery Anthony, National Physical Laboratory
2.20       Policy, Regulation, and the Pathway to Bio-Based Chemicals – Dr Jen Vanderhoven, CEO, BBIA
2.35       Q&A panel
3.00       Workshop: Evaluating the UK Bio-Based Chemicals Landscape for Future Growth
4.00       Summary
4.30      Close