On 21 May 2026, the Coordinator, CERTH, participated in the European Biomass Conference and Exhibition (EUBCE) 2026 held in The Hague, Netherlands.
During the event, Giorgos Kardaras presented “BINTER: A Digital Platform for the Mobilisation and Valorisation of Biomass Resources”, highlighting an innovative digital solution developed by CPERI/CERTH in collaboration with Comitech S.A. to support more efficient and sustainable biomass value chains.
Addressing the Biomass and Food Waste Challenge
Europe generates more than 59 million tonnes of food waste annually, of which approximately 30% consists of nutrient-rich food processing residues (FPRs). In parallel, significant quantities of agricultural residues remain underutilised, despite their strong potential for renewable energy production and nutrient recovery.
The BINTER Platform
The Biomass INTERmediates (BINTER) application is a digital platform designed to connect farmers, transport operators, and bio-based industries. Its goal is to optimise biomass supply chains and facilitate the mobilisation of underused organic resources.
The platform supports:
- Renewable energy production from agricultural residues
- Conversion of food processing residues into soil improvers and biofertilisers
- Improved resource efficiency across the bioeconomy value chain
BINTER is freely available on Google Play and contributes to advancing circular bioeconomy practices by enabling better coordination and valorisation of biomass streams.
Supporting the Circular Bioeconomy Transition
By improving access to biomass resources and enhancing their utilisation, BINTER strengthens the link between agriculture, industry, and environmental sustainability. Future developments will expand its use across Europe and integrate a CO₂ calculation tool to quantify emission reductions and environmental benefits.
The presentation at EUBCE 2026 highlighted the importance of digital innovation in unlocking the full potential of biomass resources and supporting the transition towards a more circular and resource-efficient European bioeconomy.
Read more about the presentation at EUBCE 2026: Abstract
