Fibenol

🚀 The next five years will be exciting as we embark on scaling up the specialty cellulose production unit at our development plant in Imavere. ✨ Imagine a world with more specialty cellulose—it's the start of a new era that could reshape the paper, coating, and energy sectors toward a more sustainable value chain, powered by the WoodCell Project. #FiberBeyondOil #biomass #biobased #paperindustry #coatings #energy #cellulose #LCA Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC)

Autumn is in full swing, but we would like to reflect on one of our #coolEST summer projects! This summer, we teamed up with the City of Tartu and AS Eesti Keskkonnateenused to tackle a meaningful challenge: finding sustainable alternatives for biowaste collection bags in Tartu. We decided to test a lignin-based solution: LIGNOVA™ + PBAT #masterbatch-based biowaste collection bags. For Fibenol, it's been fascinating to see how our #LIGNOVA-based biowaste bags perform in real-world conditions and to gather feedback on their quality.  🗑 „Bags with lignin are very well-suited for #Estonian conditions. Feedback from both installation teams and customers has been positive, as the bags are more durable and especially like the woody scent,” explains Mart Laidmets Laidmets, AS Eesti Keskkonnateenused,  South-region Manager. 🌆 Deputy Mayor of the City of Tartu, Raimond Tamm: "The biowaste container liner bags containing lignin have proven to be a very sensible choice in practice and have helped solve previously encountered issues. We are also pleased that the production of these liner bags is based on the valorization of locally sourced lignin and serves as a good example of promoting the circular economy." Advantages of LIGNOVA™ + PBAT #masterbatch:   💡 Lighter Materials: Lower density means weight savings in various applications.  💡Improved Melt-Flow Index: Enhanced processing capability, making the masterbatch easier to handle and process.  💡Natural Look and Smell: Adds an appealing natural appearance and odor, enhancing its aesthetic and sustainability profile.  💡High Biobased Content: Utilizes a significant proportion of renewable resources, aligning with the industry demand for sustainable materials.  💡Biodegradable materials in use: All the materials comply separately with EU, US, and Japanese standards for compostable and biodegradable polymers.   💡Easier Handling for Recycling: Bags show stronger performance during storage with less tearing and leakage, making them easier to shred for recycling and bio-gas companies.    Plus, it’s fantastic to see this project unfolding during the European Capital of Culture Tartu 2024, which also highlights sustainability and environmental stewardship. This collaboration shows the power of public-private partnerships in driving innovation and sustainability. We’re excited to see what’s next!   Currently, our Sales Manager Rasmus Toome is attending the SCANPACK - Svenska Mässan, and we are looking forward to seeing him back to hear the latest about what’s happening in the field of #biocomposites and sustainable #biobased packaging. #FiberBeyondOil #biomass #biobased #lignin #biowaste #collaboration

Wrapping up Highways UK 2024. Unsurprisingly, the search for #netzero solutions is a priority. However, the understanding of biobased binder lignin as part of the solution remains a bit limited. But attention was caught, and we had many good discussions with partners we already know here in the #UK. The key to surpassing fossil-based materials and achieving net zero targets lies in combining different biobased solutions and materials. 🔮 One significant advantage of LIGNOVA lignin is that it contains #carbon captured from the atmosphere, which will be locked into asphalt mixes and roads for a long time—even when they are reused. This adds a crucial layer to its environmental benefits. 🤝 Another critical discussion is how to transition from piloting to scaling solutions—where “business as usual” needs to shift. A supportive regulatory framework and strong private-public collaboration are essential to move beyond promises and deliver real actions. ⭐️ #LIGNOVA lignin truckloads are ready for partnerships, positioning the UK as a great innovation hub and a role model for the infrastructure sector. #netzero #biobinder #lignin #infrastructure #innovation #biomaterial #futureroads #bioadditive #asphalt #co2

🌿 It is your time to shape the future of sustainable materials with Fibenol! 🌍 Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming the world with sustainable solutions? We're looking for a #Lignova Business Development Manager to lead our growth, develop key relationships, and make a real impact. You’ll work with top talents, enjoy flexibility, and play a crucial role in shaping the future of sustainable #biomaterials. 💼 Send your resume and cover letter to cv@fibenol.com or apply via LinkedIn. #fiberbeyondoil

Excited for the keynote on October 15th at the Nordic Biorefinery Conference! As Peep Pitk, Fibenol CDO said, he will discuss Fibenol’s journey and our perspective on the industry's 'battlefield.' 👀 If you’re attending, feel free to say hello afterward! 👋 #nwbc2024 #fiberbeyondoil #bioindustry #bioeconomy

We are proud to collaborate with Lignin Industries AB to bring innovative, sustainable, and scalable solutions to the #plastics industry. Together, we are pushing the boundaries of what lignin #LIGNOVA can achieve, transforming it into a versatile and renewable resource #RENOL® to be used in various plastic applications such as PE, PP, and ABS.👏 💡To celebrate the #BioplasticsWeek by PLASTICS (Plastics Industry Association), we hope to inspire the plastics industry to move beyond fossil-based chemicals. For those eager to learn about #Fibenol and Lignin Industries' solutions, we will attend Fakuma Messe 2024 next week and would be happy to share insights with you. #BioplasticsWeek #Biobased #Biocomposites #Bioplastics #Innovation #FiberBeyondOil #fakuma2024

"Roads for a connected future" or "NetZero roads for a connected future"? In less than a week, our team - Reet Nõmmoja, Rasmus Toome, and Liisa Rohila - will attend the Highways UK event on October 16-17, 2024, to showcase the biorefinery lignin-based binder solutions. With various projects ranging from residential areas in #Estonia to high-traffic roads in #Stockholm, #LIGNOVA lignin is poised to provide effective performance in asphalt pavements and to reduce the road construction footprint. It’s quite simple, and at #booth 54, we’ll explain why and how. Come and join us! 🌱

It's time to kick off the final quarter of the year’s conference season, and with great enthusiasm, Peep Pitk, Fibenol CDO will participate in a panel discussion at the Baltics' largest sustainability festival— Impact Day. 💫 We are proud to acknowledge that this festival, originating in #Estonia, has reached such a wide audience. We're excited for the on-stage discussions, and we invite you to stop by afterward to learn more and discuss how #biomaterials are paving the way for alternatives to fossil-based #industry models, ready to take the reins of a sustainable #future. 📣 Front-Runners in CO2 Reduction: Which Sector Will Take the Reins? 📣 Oct 11, 01:45 PM - 02:25 PM 📣 Impact Stage The programm: https://lnkd.in/de-ghCtB #fiberbeyondoil #actforimpact #impactday #sustainability #cleantech #biomaterials #netzero #co2

This week, we hosted a General Assembly and Executive Board meeting for the WoodCell Project, where we discussed the project scope to scale up our specialty cellulose production unit by 2026. The aim is to enhance applications in paper & packaging, energy storage, and as strength additives and rheology modifiers in various products. Gert Preegel, brought out some key facts about Fibenol Specialty Cellulose just as a reminder and what differs this biomaterial from others: 🔹 Production Process: The unique Sunburst technology allows us to produce specialty cellulose with exceptional efficiency, in total the process is converting over 90% of woody biomass into high-quality products.  🔹 Purity and Quality: We can produce specialty with varying lignin contents, benefiting from the complementary properties of both lignin and specialty cellulose. 🔹 Chemical Modifications: Fibenol specialty cellulose is a natural product derived from native cellulose, with no chemical modifications applied, ensuring its purity and sustainability. 🔹 Performance Characteristics: Fibenol's specialty cellulose dispersions exhibit high shear thinning ability, making them ideal for numerous water-based applications as thickeners. The high crystallinity of our specialty cellulose enhances the strength of cellulose-based products, while its oxygen and oil/grease barrier properties are perfect for paper coating formulations. 🔹 Sustainability and Source: We use local & certified low-quality hardwood and plywood industry residues, giving new life to materials that would otherwise be used for heat and energy or exported without adding value. We are proud to lead the way in sustainable specialty cellulose production and look forward to our continued progress with the WoodCell Project. More updates will be found on the WoodCell Project page. 👉 Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) Bio-based Industries Consortium (BIC) RISE Research Institutes of Sweden DS Smith Arkema Skeleton Technologies HES-SO Valais-Wallis Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) #ForekoOÜ #fiberbeyondoil #biomass #cellulose #specialtycellulose #energystorage #packaging #papercoating #LCA #binder #additive #horizon2023

In the spring of 2024, we announced some exciting news. With the support of Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) and together with partners, alongside the existing production of Fibenol wood sugars and #LIGNOVA lignin, we are now set to scale up the production of specialty cellulose on an industrial scale via WoodCell Project. 👉 While a long journey lies ahead, we invite you to join us and follow the progress of our projects through the WoodCell Project channel. Let's shape the future of sustainable materials together! #fiberbeyondoil