Room: Poster Area
Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026
Time: 15:00 - 16:00 CEST
Session code 6CV.6
Biomass conversion into bio-based chemicals and high-value compounds (part 2)
Brewers Spent Grain as Main By-Product for Development of Novel, High-Performance Bio-Based Polymers, Polymer Blends and Co-Polymers
Short Introductive summary
ChatGPT ha detto: POLYMEER develops a sustainable approach to bioplastic production by creating bio-based value chains using brewers’ spent grain (BSG), a major brewing by-product. BSG is converted into high-performance bio-based polymers, copolymers, and blends for agricultural mulch films, automotive textiles, and industrial packaging—sectors where conventional bioplastics struggle and fossil-based plastics dominate. The project covers the entire value chain, fractionating BSG into cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin, which are transformed into bio-based materials through green, low-waste processes. Lab-scale results will be scaled up to assess technical and economic feasibility. All materials are designed to be recyclable or biodegradable under specific conditions. POLYMEER evaluates material properties, life cycle sustainability, and socio-economic impacts, aiming to offer tailored, high-performance bioplastics and establish a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics, contributing to a more eco-friendly future.
Presenter
Carlotta DALEO
Next Technology Tecnotessile, ITALY
Presenter's biography
I am a chemist and researcher at Next Technology Tecnotessile. My work focuses on research and development activities, including laboratory experimentation, material characterization and reporting of technical activities within funded projects.
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Co-authors:
I. Canesi, Next Technology Tecnotessile, Prato, ITALY
D. Spinelli, Next Technology Tecnotessile, Prato, ITALY
Session reference: 6CV.6.21