The paper industry plays a vital role in our society; however, it can have a significant impact on the environment. Paper production has historically been associated with deforestation, causing a loss of biodiversity, and contributing to climate change. It requires significant amounts of water, and can generate greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to climate change. Today, there…
In an era where the conversation around cannabis/hemp is rapidly evolving, the HempClub project emerged as a beacon of innovation and advocacy during the recent United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) meeting held in Vienna from March 14th to 22nd. Czech hemp cluster CzecHemp’s members Lukas Hurt and Hana Gabrielová represented the HempClub project,…
The Competent and Connected Clusters Unfold the Hemp Industry Potential for the European Bioeconomy (HempCluB) project is an EU COSME project coordinated by the Lombardy Green Chemistry Association bringing together 7 clusters and associations from Italy, Czech Republic, Romania, Austria and Portugal. The HempClub project aims to unlock the potential of hemp by establishing EU value chains for…
The paper industry plays a vital role in our society, being involved in a wide range of applications from printing newspapers and books to the production of packaging and paper products. However, paper industry can have a significant impact on the environment: paper production has historically been associated with deforestation, causing a loss of biodiversity…
The HempCluB project’s final meeting was held in Milan last week, where all partners were able to meet in person and discuss all the activities and goals achieved during these two years. The event provided a comprehensive overview of the project’s progress, creating an environment where partners can make a summary of activities performed, highlighting and quantifying…
In a 3-days event , from February 26 to 28, 2024, the ClusterXChange titled “Circular solutions for the textile value chains: design, disintegration, sorting, defibration and recycling,” was successfully organized in Milan by the HempCluB project in collaboration with Federcanapa. The event aimed to bring together professionals and stakeholders dedicated to revolutionizing the textile industry through actionable strategies…
As a partner of the HempCluB project, PRODUTECH promoted and organized 3 days of training on different areas of the digital industry. There were 3 days with a very practical and interactive training plan, which took place in Barcelona between January 30th and February 1st, 2024, and which was aimed especially at representatives of cluster organizations and similar business network…
The textile sector is among the sectors with the highest environmental impact, in terms of raw material and water consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, as well as one of the main sources of microplastic dispersion during both production and use. A single European citizen consumes on average 11 kg/year of textiles, in addition to the…
The HempCluB project, funded by the COSME Programme, brings together 7 clusters and associations operating in the bioeconomy, advanced manufacturing, and hemp production sectors to create interconnected and interregional supply chains between operators in primary production, agri-food processing, and green chemistry in the hemp sector. HempCluB implements the ClusterXchange pilot scheme which aims to support short-term exchanges between…
The HempCluB project, funded by the COSME Programme, brings together 7 clusters and associations operating in the bioeconomy, advanced manufacturing, and hemp production sectors to create interconnected and interregional supply chains between operators in primary production, agri-food processing, and green chemistry in the hemp sector. HempCluB implements the ClusterXchange pilot scheme which aims to support short-term exchanges between…
Hemp, an ancient crop with a myriad of applications, stands at the forefront of sustainable innovation and economic diversification. The discourse on hemp has gained significant momentum, driven by its promising role in sustainable agriculture, renewable resources, health and wellness, textiles, construction, and numerous other sectors. Its low environmental impact, rapid growth cycle, and diverse…
On November 21-23, 2023, one of the ClusterXChange implemented by the HempCluB project took place in Iasi (Romania) in the context of the Clusters Meet Regions event organized by the European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP). During the first day visitors participated in the Cluster services for the Dual Transition session in the context of the Clusters Meet Regions event and later have received an introduction to the HempCluB…
The HempCluB‘s project partner Standortagentur Tirol, Austria, supports and assists companies with innovations, funding, start-ups, sustainable growth, and networking between business and science. This strengthens Tirol as a business location in harmony with ecological interests in the long term. The focus is on future topics such as the circular economy, digitalization, and health. One focus of the Standortagentur…
By restoring the hemp extracts as traditional food, the Czech Republic has a unique chance to reverse the trend in the cultivation and processing of industrial hemp. The attitude of the Czech Ministry of Agriculture can help support the local economy and companies not only in the Czech Republic, but also in the EU. All…
The HempCluB project, funded by the COSME Programme of the European Union, brings together 7 clusters and associations operating in the bioeconomy, advanced manufacturing, and hemp production sectors to create interconnected and interregional supply chains between primary producers and green chemistry manufacturers in the hemp sector. To this end, the project will organize the “Industrial hemp…
On 16-18 October, the CzecHemp cluster (member of HempCluB project) organized a three-day ClusterXchange event in Prague titled “Hemp Materials and their Potential to Boost Local Bioeconomy”. The event consisted of a 1,5-day international conference and matchmaking event, followed by another a 1,5-day of site visits. All together we had 3 days packed with networking and establishing new connections among…
The HempCluB project is funded by the COSME Programme and brings together 7 clusters and associations operating in the bioeconomy, advanced manufacturing, and hemp production sectors – with the aim of creating new connections in many technological and bio-based EU value chains. The project recognizes the role of bioeconomy and sustainable practices in addressing many of today’s…
On 06-08 of September 2023 took place in Stuttgart the “Bioeconomy: New material technologies and industrial raw materials” event – which is one of the ClusterXChange implemented by HempClub project to better connect Europe’s industrial ecosystem. The exchange was focused on the industrial application of hemp biomass, especially hemp fibre, and was ideally located in the Stuttgart area because of the…
Last week the HempClub partners met in Stuttgart, Germany to participate in a cross-cluster learning visit. The AFBW – Alliance Fibre-Based Materials, one of the best-performing networks in Europe and an important source of inspiration in the market for fibre-based materials, hosted us during the morning and – after a presentation of the cluster – showed us its…
In the context of HempClub – a COSME Programme funded project aiming to foster the creation of new connections in many technological and bio-based EU value chains – a document that makes an overview of the different existing and potential hemp-related value chains has been made. The Deliverable 2.5 analyses the technological, environmental, social, and economic aspects of EU hemp…
Recognizing the role of bioeconomy and sustainable practices in reducing the impact of traditional productions and consumption paths on the environment, the HempCluB project – funded by the COSME Programme and brings together 7 clusters and associations operating in the bioeconomy, advanced manufacturing, and hemp production sectors – aims to foster the creation of new connections in…
On September 6-8, 2023 will be held in Stuttgart (Germany) the Material Technologies Business Exchange focusing on creating a collaborative network dedicated to improving research and supporting commercial growth in the material industry’s bioeconomy area. The event is supported by the ClusterXChange programme, a pilot scheme implemented by the HempClub project – funded by the COSME Programme – with the aim to better connect Europe’s industrial…
The HempClub project is an EU COSME project bringing together 7 clusters and associations operating in the the bioeconomy, advanced manufacturing and hemp production sectors to create interconnected and interregional supply chains between operators in primary production, agri-food processing and green chemistry in the hemp and bioeconomy sector. HempClub project works to unlock the potential of hemp by creating EU value…
The Czech Business Exchange Series’ first ClusterXchange “Hemp derived CBD: its status and future in Europe” – organised by CzecHemp the context of HempClub project – took place in Prague on 14-16 June, 2023. During the first part of the event the participants had the great opportunity to know more about the state of play in CBD markets and the EU framework and local specifics…
Last week the HempClub partners met in Angers (France) to visit flagship entities and participate in a training session. During the event, Vegepolys Valley (Angers, France) – a competitiveness cluster gathering together firms, research and training centers in the plant field – hosted the HempClub partners. During this meeting, we have the opportunity to know more about Vegepolys Valley and its success stories…
Last week the HempClub partners met in Angers (France) to visit flagship entities and participate in a training session. During the event, they had the great opportunity to visit some important entities. Thanks to HempIt (Beaufort-en-Anjou, France) to host us in their structure. HempIt is an agricultural cooperative specialised in producing and marketing hemp seeds…
The HempClub project (Competent and Connected Clusters Unfold the Hemp Industry Potential for the European Bioeconomy), funded by the COSME Programme and coordinated by the LGCA cluster, brings together 7 clusters and associations operating in the bioeconomy, advanced manufacturing and hemp production sectors to create interconnected and interregional supply chains between operators in primary production, agri-food…
On the 13-15th of April took place in Bologna the Indica Sativa Trade Business Exchange, which is one of the ClusterXChange implemented by HempClub project to better connect Europe’s industrial ecosystem. On the first day, all Exchange Participants had the opportunity to visit different realities in the hemp sector. A special thanks to the companies and experts that hosted us during the event. Azienda Agraria Sperimentale…
The HempClub project, funded by the COSME Programme, brings together 7 clusters and associations operating in the bioeconomy, advanced manufacturing and hemp production sectors to create interconnected and interregional supply chains between operators in primary production, agri-food processing and green chemistry in the hemp and bioeconomy sector. HempClub implements the ClusterXchange pilot scheme which aims to support short-term…
On 14-16 of February took place in Milan at University of Milan Bicocca the Bioeconomy Business Exchange, which is one of the ClusterXChange implemented by HempClub project to better connect Europe’s industrial ecosystem. ClusterXChange pilot scheme aims to facilitate transnational cooperation, peer learning, networking and innovation uptake between actors of different industrial clusters. The Bioeconomy Business Exchange was a great opportunity to share knowledge and commercial opportunities…
The HempClub project works to unlock the potential of hemp by creating EU value chains for biobased applications and new business opportunities for primary producers and chemical companies. To that end, the project is organizing WorkShops to generate new synergies and cooperation opportunities for HempClub members and their networks. The next WorkShops are indicated below. Don’t miss the…
HempClub implements the ClusterXchange pilot scheme which aims to better connect Europe’s industrial ecosystems. It facilitates transnational cooperation, peer learning, networking and innovation uptake between actors of different industrial clusters. On February 14-16, the Bioeconomy Business Exchange will take place in Milan to share knowledge and commercial opportunities in the bioeconomy, enhance collaboration and networking among actors of EU bioeconomy value chains and learn…
The Competent and Connected Clusters Unfold the Hemp Industry Potential for the European Bioeconomy (HempCluB) project just released the first special interactive interface map dedicated to EU hemp organizations operating at different steps of the value chain, with the aim of acting as a point of reference for companies and other organizations that are searching for a partner or…
Funded by the COSME programme of the European Union, the HempClub project works to unlock the potential of hemp by creating EU value chains for biobased applications and new business opportunities for primary producers and chemical companies. Industrial hemp or Canabis Sativa L. is a renewable organic raw material capable of replacing fossil resources in many sectors and industries, playing a…
On the 31st August 2022, the HempClub project launched a call for training for the experts recruitment for cluster management capacity and skills building. Fourteen cluster managers will take part into eight training modules for a total of 70 hours of training with the objectives of: Strenghtening managerial skills functional to achieving the Cluster Excellence Label…
Discover more on Romanian hemp sector by interacting with local clusters, associations, companies and RTOs and build effective networks. Date and time: Fri, 7 October 2022, 14:00 – 16:00 CEST About this event The HempClub project, funded by the COSME Programme of the European Union, brings together 7 clusters and associations operating in the bioeconomy,…
On the 31st August 2022, the HempClub project launched a call for training for the experts recruitment for cluster management capacity and skills building. Fourteen cluster managers will take part into eight training modules for a total of 70 hours of training with the objectives of: Strenghtening managerial skills functional to achieving the Cluster Excellence Label…
CANNABISFORUM (Medical Cannabis Forum) will be held on 6 October 2022 at FarmaForum 2022 event ( 5-6 October, Hall 14 – IFEMA, Madrid, https://www.farmaforum.es/) It consist of exhibition area, conferences, workshops, meetings, partnering, all on 6 October 2022 in Hall 14 of IFEMA, Madrid. More and more countries are regulating the use of medical cannabis. Its…
Funding application tips for the industrial hemp sector: Horizon Europe and Circular Bio-Based Europe Joint Undertaking About this event CBE JU program finances research and innovation activities to exploit renewable biological resources in sustainable bio-based products, including industrial hemp, and alternatives to fossil ones. The webinar is initiated by the HempCluBe project to increase the competitiveness of hemp…
The Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) is a €2 billion partnership between the European Union and the Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) that funds projects advancing competitive circular bio-based industries in Europe. The partnership is building on the success of its predecessor, the Bio-based Industries Joint Undertaking (BBI JU), while addressing the current challenges facing the…
IND-AGRO-POL has participated and presented HempClub project and its objectives at a #EUGreenWeek2022 partner event called “Circular Bioeconomy – Opportunities for the rural areas”, organized by Green Energy Cluster in association with the Romanian Ministry of Economy, Romanian Clusters Association – CLUSTERO, Ghelnita Commune, The Instutute for Economical Prognosis of the Romanian Academy and the BioConcept…
Industrial application of hemp Hemp, or Cannabis sativa L., is a dicotyledonous plant in which the concentration of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is less than the regulated maximum level. Interest in hemp has increased in recent years: indeed, although it has traditionally been grown for its fibres, seeds, and psychoactive substances, several hemp varieties represent ideal multipurpose crops used in…
In February 2022, 15 new European Cluster Partnerships | Excellence covering different industrial ecosystems have started their activities. These consortia of clusters will be active for two years (from February 2022 until early 2024) and are the last generation of Partnerships benefitting from the financial support of European Commission’s COSME programme. In total, around 7…
