As we begin a new year, we are excited to announce the launch of the BRILIAN Online Training Series – a set of online sessions designed to strengthen bioeconomy skills and knowledge for rural communities across Europe.

Starting at the end of January and running until May 2025, these online trainings offer unique opportunities to learn from industry experts and explore the transformative potential of bioeconomy solutions, with a focus on fostering economic and social development in rural areas.

Each session is specifically tailored to address key challenges, share practical knowledge, and equip participants with the tools needed to support sustainable practices locally and beyond.

🌟 What to Expect from the Training Series

Our online trainings, are structured as engaging 1.5-hour webinars, featuring in-depth discussions on essential bioeconomy topics, where the “trainers” will be partners of the project who will share their insights.

These interactive webinars are your chance to learn directly from industry experts and innovators, with opportunities to exchange ideas and explore actionable solutions.

Here’s a sneak peek at our five main topics:

🌐 Policy alignment: toward a coherent and supportive framework (January). This webinar will delve into the critical role of harmonizing policies across economic, social, environmental, and technological domains to build a cohesive framework that fosters sustainable growth. Registration link 👉 Register

💰 Private and public funding instruments (February). This webinar will explore the opportunities, benefits, and challenges of leveraging both private and public capital to maximize impact and drive sustainable development. Registration link 👉 Register

🤝 The role of governance and stakeholder engagement for an effective Bioeconomy (March). This webinar will examine the governance frameworks and collaborative practices essential for building a thriving bio-based economy. Registration link 👉 Register

🏭 Biorefineries as Nodes for Rural Bioeconomy (April). This webinar will explore how biorefineries can serve as hubs to drive rural economic growth, create sustainable jobs, and advance environmental stewardship. Registration link 👉 To be announced

♻️ Sustainability of the Bioeconomy (May). This webinar will bring together experts to discuss how biobased value chains can balance economic viability, social equity, and environmental sustainability. Registration link 👉 Register

Why Join?

By participating in this series, you’ll gain:

• Insights from leading experts on sustainable rural bioeconomy practices.

• Networking opportunities with other stakeholders, policy-makers, and innovators in the field.

• Access to resources, as all sessions will be recorded and available on our website for easy reference.

Whether you’re a farmer🧑🌾, policy-maker📜, local business owner🏪, or someone passionate about sustainable rural development🌱, these online trainings are designed for you! Together, let’s build a resilient, inclusive, and thriving bioeconomy.