The LAB Biofine competence ecosystem being developed in the South Karelia region, along with related investments and development projects, supports and promotes the goals and opportunities outlined in the regional and business-level circular economy Green Deal commitments. The ecosystem contributes to increasing the value-added processing of the current forest industry and enables the growth and establishment of new companies based on circular economy and bio-based innovations in South Karelia.
The green solvents pilot environment will complement and become an integral part of this broader competence ecosystem, facilitating the transition toward a low-carbon, carbon-neutral circular economy and urban structure, thereby supporting the development of a sustainable green transition.
Technologies based on green solvents help the traditional forest industry shift toward lower-emission, environmentally friendly methods and more sustainable value creation. The further processing of biomass and its fractions (e.g., forest residues and side streams) into high-value biomolecules and products supports the sustainable and efficient use of natural resources. This reduces material waste and emissions, enhances material efficiency in production processes, and increases the degree of refinement—bringing new growth and renewing the regional economic structure.
New companies based on bio-based innovations will diversify and strengthen the foundation of the region’s economy. To promote regenerative and sustainable bio- and circular economy and support new business development, piloting and demonstrating environmentally friendly products, materials, and production methods is essential.
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