Perspectives of biobased and decomposable plastics in agriculture and forestry: knowledge buildup, analysis & solutions regarding user views, product properties and competencies of companies
The aim of PerPlacsBio is to investigate the potential for reducing plastic use and long-term plastic persistence, while at the same time strengthening awareness and knowledge regarding the sustainable use of (bio-)plastics.
The project is conducted as a collaborative initiative. The nova-Institute provides the foundational knowledge for decision-making, for example on the appropriate application of bioplastics, while the University of Münster and the University of Applied Forest Sciences Rottenburg take the lead in conducting surveys and interviews in the agricultural and forestry sectors. In cooperation with practitioners, industry actors and other stakeholders, the feasibility of proposed measures and alternatives will be examined and discussed through participatory formats. The results of the project will be made publicly available in a user-friendly and clearly structured database.
The project is funded by the Fachagentur für Nachwachsende Rohstoffe (FNR) within the funding programme “Sustainable Renewable Resources,” under the priority area “Information and Societal Dialogue on Bioeconomy and Sustainability.”
Project lead: Dr'in Cornelia Steinhäuser und Dr'in Friederike Gabel
For further information: cornelia.steinhaeuser@uni-muenster.de
Project duration: Nov 2025 - Sept 2027
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Since early February, an online survey on the use and reduction of (bio-)plastics has been running. Participants are invited from agriculture, forestry, vegetable and fruit production, and horticulture. The aim of the survey is to gather experiences, assessments, and practical knowledge from the perspective of users and to incorporate these insights into further project work.
The survey will remain open until the end of April. If you would like to participate, please feel free to contact us.
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The project is funded by the Fachagentur für Nachwachsende Rohstoffe (FNR) within the funding programme “Sustainable Renewable Resources”, under the priority area “Information and Societal Dialogue on Bioeconomy and Sustainability.”