Development of Bio-based Dyes for Textiles and Packaging

BioColEol focuses on developing bio-based dyes from curcumin and other carotenoids. These dyes will be used in biopolymers for textiles and packaging. In addition, end-of-life options for these materials will be explored. The project focuses on developing and demonstrating bio-based raw materials in packaging and textile materials, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and circularity.

The project is coordinated by Centexbel and runs from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028.

The increasing demand for raw materials is pushing our planet to its limits. Sustainable systems and products are necessary to meet societal needs, especially in the textile and packaging industries. These sectors face specific requirements such as comfort, washability, food preservation, and product safety.

The Belgium-Netherlands border region plays a crucial role in the chemical industry and has a strong logistical infrastructure but faces global and regional challenges such as the COVID pandemic, energy crisis, and climate change.

BioColEol aligns with European, national, and regional policies, such as the European Green Deal, Circular Plastic Alliance, and Circular Biobased Europe Joint Undertaking.

The project supports companies in transitioning to a bio-based circular economy, reducing CO2 emissions, and promoting sustainable development.

More info on the project website

Newsletter #1

Nous sommes ravis d’annoncer la publication de la toute première newsletter du projet BioColEol !

Dans cette édition inaugurale, vous découvrirez :

  • Notre vision et nos objectifs
  • Les partenaires qui font avancer l’innovation
  • L’impact que nous souhaitons créer
  • Les activités à venir

BioColEol s’engage à développer des solutions durables et à renforcer la collaboration entre la recherche, l’industrie et la société. Cette newsletter marque le début de notre démarche visant à partager nos progrès, nos idées et nos réalisations avec une communauté en pleine croissance.

Restez informés et suivez nos avancées alors que nous travaillons ensemble pour un avenir plus durable.

FOCUS TV