This funding call under the Horizon Joint Undertaking on Circular Bio-based Europe (CBE JU) seeks proposals that address the development and scaling of bio-based, safe, and sustainable by design (SSbD) solvents. Solvents are vital in numerous applications, yet the market share of bio-based alternatives remains low, with concerns about safety and sustainability of existing options. This initiative aims to demonstrate sustainable and efficient production processes for bio-based solvents, targeting applications in production processes, recycling, pollution control, and formulation additives. Proposals should explore innovative technologies, cascading valorisation of secondary biomass, and ensure safety and sustainability performance across the value chain. The call emphasizes social acceptance, environmental impact assessments, and circular bioeconomy principles, aligning with the EU Bioeconomy Strategy, zero pollution ambition, and the Industrial Strategy. Projects should foster collaborations across actors in the value chain, link with previous EU-funded initiatives, and provide recommendations to advance the safe-and-sustainable-by-design framework. Expected outcomes include increased availability of SSbD solvents, improved environmental and safety benchmarks, reduced reliance on fossil feedstock, and enhanced societal relevance and acceptance of bio-based solutions.

Opening: 24-04-2025
Deadline(s): 18-09-2025