The Foundation
Renewable raw materials and biobased processes are already capable of replacing many of the applications for which fossil raw materials are still used today – not only with an improved environmental footprint, but often also with better quality. The Foundation Biobased Future was established to strengthen and raise the profile of research and innovation in the bioeconomy – that is, a biobased economic system. This addresses fundamental challenges such as climate change, resource depletion and equity, biodiversity loss, and rising demands for sustainable materials and products, as well as energy for a digital society.
Biobased technologies and processes, as well as renewable raw materials, offer a great opportunity to tackle these challenges and develop new solutions for:
- the chemical and materials industry
- medicine and pharmaceuticals
- livestock farming and agriculture
- food
as well as in environmental protection and many other areas of our lives.
Innovations in Research and Development
The Foundation Biobased Future aims to support research ideas that, for example, extract renewable raw materials from plants, microorganisms or waste materials; make processes in development, production and processing more efficient and resource-efficient; and develop new products and materials in such a way that they can be returned to natural cycles or put to good use (zero-waste strategy). The Foundation aims to reconcile the economy, innovation, sustainability and prosperity, and to demonstrate that a focus on biological and biotechnological opportunities does not mean less prosperity. Quite the contrary.
The Foundation aims to encourage and support researchers from all disciplines – and, in particular,
early-career researchers – to show greater courage and commitment to the research and development of
contemporary projects and processes. In addition to supporting researchers in the preparation, execution
and presentation of their research, the Foundation also attaches great importance to the effective
communication of biobased science: it is therefore not only about excellent scientific work, but also about
communicating in a clear and accessible manner both internally and externally.
A new approach to the interplay between nature,economy and technology
Through new research and new products, bioeconomic strategies aim to promote human health and environmental protection, whilst also helping to achieve social and economic prosperity. Communication and dialogue are essential for securing the attention and support of policymakers, the media and the public.
The foundation was established by Prof. Christine Lang. It welcomes endowments and partnerships with other
foundations, public and private organisations, the media and academic institutions.