Across Europe, there is growing awareness that we must rethink how we use our natural resources to build a more sustainable future. One of the EU’s major responses to this challenge is the EU Bioeconomy Strategy. It promotes the smart and sustainable use of renewable biological resources—such as plants, animals, and waste—to produce food, materials, and energy. The ONE EARTH project aiming to turn animal-based waste into something valuable nicely align with it. How? Let´s explore together.
Sneak-peak into the EU Bioeconomy Strategy
The EU Bioeconomy Strategy is a long-term plan that encourages innovation and sustainability by:
- Using biological resources more efficiently
- Reducing waste
- Supporting rural development and green jobs
- Developing new bio-based industries
- Replacing fossil-based products with eco-friendly alternatives
It brings together sectors such as agriculture, forestry, food, biotechnology, and energy—all of which can benefit from smarter, more sustainable resource use.
From Strategy to Action: ONE EARTH in Focus
The ONE EARTH Project puts the EU’s vision into action. Primarily by focusing on a specific type of waste: residual biomass of animal origin (e.g. leftover materials from food production or processing). Instead of letting this biomass go to waste, we use biotechnology to transform it into valuable products, including:
- Nutraceuticals – health-boosting supplements
- Natural cosmetics – beauty products made from safe, bio-based ingredients
- Bio-adhesives – sustainable alternatives to chemical glues
- Eco-friendly fertilizers – supporting greener agriculture
- Aquaculture feed – promoting responsible fish farming
By doing so, we reduce environmental impact, support green innovation, and create new economic opportunities—all key priorities of the EU Bioeconomy Strategy.
Research, Innovation, and Real-World Impact
The EU Bioeconomy Strategy also places a strong focus on research and innovation, encouraging scientists, businesses, and communities to work together. ONE EARTH responds to this call by bringing together partners from across Europe to:
- Test and validate new products made from waste
- Share best practices across regions and industries
- Develop business models that are both profitable and sustainable
- Create real-world solutions that are ready to scale
We’re not just running experiments—we’re building a roadmap for how bio-based innovations can become real products, used and trusted by people and industries.
Just like the EU strategy, ONE EARTH believes sustainability must be both environmental and social. That means:
- Creating solutions that benefit local communities
- Supporting jobs in rural and coastal areas
- Making sustainability accessible and inclusive
By focusing on both people and planet, we’re helping to build a more resilient future for everyone.
A Shared Path Forward
The EU Bioeconomy Strategy gives Europe a clear direction: toward a greener, smarter economy based on renewable resources. The ONE EARTH Project brings that vision to life by showing how waste can be turned into worth—through innovation, collaboration, and care for the world around us.
We’re proud to be part of this transition and look forward to continuing our work alongside partners and communities across Europe.