Europe’s transition to a climate-neutral and circular economy demands new knowledge, new technologies, and new skills.

Higher education plays a crucial role in preparing the people who will lead this transformation.

BIOWISE supports universities in becoming sustainability frontrunners by strengthening their digital and ecological capacities and embedding interdisciplinary green skills into education.

The project focuses on biotechnology and bio-based innovation as key drivers for tackling climate change and reducing dependence on fossil resources.

• WHY IT MATTERS
  • Industries are evolving fast. From renewable materials to circular production systems, the shift towards sustainable solutions is reshaping the labour market. Yet important gaps remain in education and training related to the bioeconomy and green technologies.
  • BIOWISE helps bridge these gaps by supporting higher education institutions in designing innovative, future-oriented learning programmes that connect sustainability, digitalisation, and industrial biotechnology.
• WHAT WE DO
  • Develop modern, flexible training programmes in green and bio-based technologies
  • Strengthen collaboration between universities, research, and industry
  • Equip students with practical, forward-looking skills for emerging green sectors
• OUR VISION
  • We empower students to become researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs who can lead Europe’s green transition and build a more resilient, sustainable future.