FOCUS STC

02/09/2026

🌿 ENABLS’ EU is less than a month away!

On 23 September, our project will host an International Workshop on “Policy Recommendations on Nature-Based Solutions for Education” in Brussels.

Are you a policymaker, researcher, educator or practitioner interested in Nature-Based Solutions ( ) and ? Then this is an event you won’t want to miss!

🔗 Learn more and register: https://enabls.eu/policy-recommendations-on-nbs-for-education/

📅 Registration is open until 4 September!

27/07/2026

🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT – Our EU is on the way! 🌿

🤝 On 23 September, ENABLS will host an International Workshop on “Policy Recommendations on Nature-Based Solutions for Education” in Brussels, bringing together policymakers, researchers, educators, and practitioners from across Europe to discuss the future of Nature-Based Solutions ( ) in .

📜 Participants will have the chance to explore how NBS can be more effectively embedded in education policies and practices across Europe, exchange experiences, and contribute to shaping future .

📅 Registration is open until 4 September – don't miss your chance to be part of the conversation!

👉 Register now: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=iRNwEFtPeEC66iCeOcYhDgyvyfSkPmxFpRYu8RHqKz5UOFJGMEFYRkdZV1lGMExSM1FDVlkwTElOSC4u&route=shorturl

🔗 Learn more about the event: https://enabls.eu/policy-recommendations-on-nbs-for-education/

We look forward to welcoming you to Brussels and discussing the future of in together!

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🌐 Visit our website: https://enabls.eu/
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23/07/2026

🗓️ Last week, ENABLS' Greek hosted the event "From Nature to Learning and Innovation" in Thessaloniki, Greece.

🎉 We were delighted to co-organise this inspiring event along with our partners the Institute for Bio-economy and Agri-technology iBO / CERTH and IDEA training.

🗣️ Representing , our co-founder Delioglanis Iakovos presented the project framework and the ᴇNᴀBʟS-ACT actions, highlighting how Living Labs bring together research, technical experts, and local communities to turn innovative ideas into real societal impact.

📸 Our team also managed the event's audiovisual coverage, conducted on-site interviews, and produced the official video recap.

🎥 Watch the recap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sZBCEXQm4

📖 Read more: https://focus-stc.gr/from-nature-to-learning-and-innovation/

15/07/2026

🌱 Why Bio-Based?

Our team has created an infographic highlighting how agricultural and forestry residues, along with organic waste, can be transformed into valuable new products instead of being discarded.

📊 Check it out!

🌱 Why should we turn our attention to bio-based solutions?

From agricultural and forestry residues to organic waste, nature provides valuable resources that can be transformed into new products instead of being discarded.

💡 Our latest infographic highlights the diversity of bio-based resources, the environmental and economic benefits they offer, and just a few of the many ways they can be applied to support a more sustainable future.

📊 Check out the to learn more!

Explore the educational & training material: https://bbionets-platform.eu/knowledge-transfer/

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08/07/2026

📅 Save the date!

Next Tuesday, 14 July, we hope to see you at the event "From Nature to Learning and Innovation", organised by the Greek .

✨ Together, we'll explore how Nature-based Solutions ( ) can foster urban resilience, sustainability and inclusive education. Our team at will be there, and we look forward to discussing the project with you, sharing knowledge, exchanging experiences, and exploring innovative approaches to implementing NBS.

📅 Tuesday, 14 July
🕙 10:00 (local time)
📍 Thessaloniki, Greece
🗣️ Language: Greek

🔗 Learn more: https://enabls.eu/from-nature-to-learning-and-innovation/

📍 Upcoming Event in Thessaloniki!

✨ Join the Greek for "From Nature to Learning and Innovation", an event exploring how Nature-Based Solutions ( ) can foster urban resilience, sustainability, and inclusive education.

Co-organised by iBO / CERTH, FOCUS STC, and IDEA training, the event will bring together experts and stakeholders to share knowledge, experiences, and innovative approaches to implementing NBS.

📅 Tuesday, 14 July
🕙 10:00 (local time)
📍 Thessaloniki, Greece
🗣️ Language: Greek

We look forward to welcoming you!

🔗 Learn more: https://enabls.eu/from-nature-to-learning-and-innovation/

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University of Hohenheim | Wageningen University & Research | Itä-Suomen yliopisto - University of Eastern Finland (UEF) | BOKU University | Vytauto Didžiojo universitetas / Vytautas Magnus University | Association for European Life Science Universities ( ) | 3s research & consulting | iBO / CERTH | FOCUS STC | IDEA training | BioEast HUB Czech Republic

19/06/2026

🌱 Advancing for a stronger in Europe!

📜 As a partner of BBioNets and the coordinator of the Standing Liaison Round Table ( ), we had the pleasure of contributing to the high-level policy event “Co-Creating Policy Recommendations for a Rural Bioeconomy”, held a few weeks ago.

🗓️ Bringing together seven EU-funded projects - , Soil-X-Change, , Brilian_Project, , , and - the event transformed regional knowledge and practical experience into for EU decision-makers.

💡 The day opened with a presentation by our co-founder, Ephy-Maria Kouzi, on the vision and impact of the . It was followed by project presentations, interactive working groups, and a multi-actor roundtable, fostering discussions on sustainable resource management, rural value chains, and the policy frameworks needed to support Europe's transition.

📖 Read more about the event and its outcomes:

https://focus-stc.gr/co-creating-policy-recommendations-for-a-rural-bioeconomy/

🎥 Special thanks to our SLRT partner Rural BioReFarmeries and Alexandra Rodriguez Cifre for capturing the essence of the event in this recap video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwfNU8yqfhY

A big thank you to all project partners, stakeholders, and participants who contributed to these insightful discussions. 🫶

08/06/2026

📣 BBioNets Is Driving EU Policy! ⚖️

🚀 We have just published a new highlighting the recent Event held in Brussels and online, as well as our upcoming webinar.

💡 In just a few days, we will address why Bio-Based Technology ( ) remain underutilised across Europe. If you support at national or regional level, whether as a CAP Network representative, Managing Authority, advisor, or practitioner, this webinar is for you.

📄 Read the Press Release:
https://focus-stc.gr/3rd-bbionets-press-release/

🖥️ Register for the upcoming webinar:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDmSGtBZ5M5im9aG__hKwiqpWAmw5neC3D-OJtxaUDvpMI9A/viewform

05/06/2026

🎉 Celebrating this with some exciting news! 🌍

🌱 BBioNets is organising another event dedicated to . During this webinar we will exchange ideas and practical experiences for strengthening creation and implementation.

🗓️ 16 June, 10:30 CET
🌐 Online
✍ Register now: https://bbionets.eu/building-better-operational-groups/

⏳ Just 2 Weeks to Go❗

🌱 Operational Groups ( ) are a key tool for co-creating practical, innovative solutions for , , and through projects supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.

🗓️ Join our capacity-building on 16 June and connect with stakeholders who support the creation and implementation of OGs. Together, we'll share experiences, exchange ideas, and explore ways to strengthen collaboration and innovation across Europe.

Are you involved in supporting Operational Groups? Don't miss this opportunity!

🔗 Learn more and register: https://bbionets.eu/building-better-operational-groups/

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20/05/2026

BBioNets is buzzing these days! 🐝

Apart from the workshop on 27 May (only a week to go!), another exciting event is on the way!

📅 A webinar on bio-based innovation entitled “Building Better Operational Groups” is taking place on 16 June at 10:30 CET.

If you are involved in supporting at national or regional level whether as a CAP Network representative, a Managing Authority, an advisor or a practitioner this webinar is for you!

ℹ️ Learn more: https://bbionets.eu/building-better-operational-groups/
✍ Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDmSGtBZ5M5im9aG__hKwiqpWAmw5neC3D-OJtxaUDvpMI9A/viewform

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🔗 https://bbionets.eu/co-creating-policy-recommendations-for-a-rural-bioeconomy/

📢 EXCITING NEWS! 🎉

📅 is organising a webinar on bio-based innovation entitled “Building Better Operational Groups” on 16 June at 10:30 CET.

🤝 The webinar will bring together National CAP Networks, Managing Authorities, advisors, researchers and practitioners to discuss challenges, share successful strategies, and strengthen the creation and implementation of bio-based across Europe.

🔍 Based on insights gathered from our project's six countries, the session will focus on practical solutions for boosting , and in rural development.

💻 Online | Save the date!

ℹ️ Learn more: https://bbionets.eu/building-better-operational-groups/

✍ Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDmSGtBZ5M5im9aG__hKwiqpWAmw5neC3D-OJtxaUDvpMI9A/viewform

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👉 Don't forget to also join us on 27 May at our joint EU , focused on co-creating for a !

🔗 https://bbionets.eu/co-creating-policy-recommendations-for-a-rural-bioeconomy/

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Munster Technological University | Teagasc Forestry | CREA - Ricerca | Instytut Uprawy Nawożenia i Gleboznawstwa - Państwowy Instytut Badawczy | BioEcon | Corporación Tecnológica de Andalucía | Αμερικανική Γεωργική Σχολή | Innovation HUB - American Farm School | Tepro Consultores Agrícolas | FOCUS STC | BioEast HUB Czech Republic

07/05/2026

Accelerating Bio-Based Practices on Farms & Forests 🌱🌲

🗓️ Over the past five months, the BBioNets project organised a series of six Cross-Fertilisation Meetings exploring key themes in the sector.

💡 From innovations in recovery and sustainable processing, to innovative **p practices, efficient utilisation, circular approaches in , and opportunities in , the meetings brought together experts, practitioners, and stakeholders to exchange knowledge and inspire . 👥

As the main organisers of these sessions, we would like to sincerely thank everyone who participated and contributed to the engaging and fruitful discussions. 🫶

📌 Discover more about the meetings, access the presentations, and watch the recordings here: https://focus-stc.gr/cross-fertilisation-to-accelerate-bio-based-practices-on-farms-and-forests/