CEPI’s position on a strategy for a competitive, sustainable bioeconomy
On November 27, 2025, in response to the publication of the EC communication entitled “A strategic framework for a competitive, sustainable EU bioeconomy,” Cepi immediately issued a statement on behalf of the European paper industry expressing its approval of the general principles.
The European Commission today unveiled its comprehensive Bioeconomy Strategy, for the first time
positioning the bioeconomy as a cornerstone of both Europe’s industrial competitiveness and
sustainability. A welcome development for a sector which potential was hampered by regulatory
inconsistencies and competition from cheaper fossil materials. This strategic initiative aims to harness
locally grown, renewable biological resources to drive innovation and economic growth across the
continent, “mobilising Europe’s own strength”.
Below is a quote from Jori Ringman (CEO of Cepi):
“Taken together, we are worth as much as the largest industrial sectors of the EU, we employ even more people, and we are meant to take an increasingly strategic role as suppliers of bio-based and circular material solutions that are grown in Europe and produced with European technology.“
The document can be downloaded below.
