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11.06.2025

Fine Chemicals: Renewable Materials Conference 2025, 22 - 24 September, (Siegburg, Germany)

The Renewable Materials Conference 2025 is the world's leading event on the Renewable Carbon Economy.

++ Already 130 participants from 15 countries registered, > 500 expected ++ final program ++ exhibition ++ workshop booking ++

The global fine chemicals market, valued at US$ 180 billion, is experiencing a surge in demand for bio-based solutions. Because fine chemicals are high-value and specialised ingredients for essential products such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, personal care products, food additives, etc., their demand remains independent of economic cycles. Advances in biotechnology and biocatalysis are driving the development of high-purity compounds and sustainable processes. Overcoming challenges such as scalability and cost effectiveness is expected to unlock the market potential in this transition.
6 presentations on fine chemicals at the Renewable Materials Conference (RMC), 22–24 September 2025 in Siegburg/Cologne (Germany).

RMC presents solutions and innovations for replacing fossil carbon with biomass, CO2 utilisation and advanced recycling. RMC covers the entire value chain from alternative carbon feedstocks, the chemical industry, the materials sector, product manufacturers to brand owners, as well as investors and policy makers. Nearly 500 participants from 32 countries attended the last conference in June 2024, 90% of them from industry. This year we expect more than 500 participants, 75 presentations, 20 panel discussions and up to 12 workshops.

Below you will find the 6 fine chemical presentations of the fine chemicals session (22 September) and the biodegradation session (24 September):

Fine Chemical Session, 22 September


Sunil Divekar

Praj Industries (IN)


Technology for Bio-based Cosmetic Ingredients- Bio-IDD and Bio-IHD

Abstract


Christian Lenges

IFF (US)


Sustainable Solutions that Transform Consumers’ Lives and Experiences: Biotechnology Enabled Material Innovation – Opportunities and Challenges

Abstract


Christos Rampotas

Kemira (FI)


Breaking New Ground with Polysaccharides in Sustainable Additives

Abstract


Adrian Brandt

Henkel (DE)


Latest Renewable Carbon Developments at Henkel Adhesive Technologies

Abstract


Frank Polzer

Celanese (US)


Carbon Capture and Utilisation at Celanese: Turning CO2 Emissions Into Essential Chemicals and Plastics

Abstract

...and 24 September


Anju Massey-Brooker

Royal Society of Chemistry (UK)


Sustainable Polymers in Liquid Formulations (PLF's) Catalysed by the Royal Society of Chemistry

Abstract

Have a look at the final program!

Conference topics in detail

10% early bird discount until 17 August!

Innovation Award “Renewable Material of the Year 2025”: Six nominees published!

Call for Posters

Do you want to present a poster at the conference? You are welcome to present your latest products, technologies or developments. Deadline for submission: 31 July 2025
Submit your poster now!

Sponsoring Opportunities and more – exhibition and workshop rooms

 

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Join us as a sponsor and find a range of sponsoring options which provide you with maximum visibility and impact at the conference. We are open to new ideas and would be delighted to implement them with you. Please contact us if our sponsoring options appeal to you or if you would like to put forward a proposal of your own!

Key Account Management
Guido Müller
guido.mueller@nova-institut.de