INN-PRESSME

Project Description:

INN-PRESSME aims at developing and implementing a sustainable open innovation test bed to support European companies to scale up their nano-enabled biomaterials and processes from TRL 4-5 to 7. We will focus on (nano)cellulose, bioplastics and natural fibres, combined with nanotechnology approaches to tailor biobased materials with properties and functionalities (barrier, antibacterial properties, improved corrosion or chemical resistance, etc.) that equal or outperform their fossil counterparts at competitive prices. INN-PRESSME gathers 16 pilot lines, organized in routes and processes for feedstock conversion (PLA, PHA, fibre-based, cellulose-based), formulation and transformation and processing of bio-based material to high added value products.

 

Geonardo's role:

Participating in the project as an affiliated entity to Greenovate!Europe, Geonardo led the training activities in INN-PRESSME, planning and overseeing webinars, as well as developing and launching an e-Learning platform. It also contributed to exploitation activities, in particular regarding access to finance, and freedom to operate and patentability.