BIOFAIRNET is pleased to report on its successful participation in the XIV IAERE Annual Conference, held on 12–13 February 2026 at the Department of Economics and Management (DEM), University of Trento (Unitn), Italy.
The IAERE Annual Conference is one of Europe’s leading academic events dedicated to environmental and resource economics, bringing together researchers, policymakers, and practitioners working at the intersection of sustainability, economics, and public policy. The 2026 edition provided a high-level platform for dialogue on the economic dimensions of climate action, circularity, and sustainable resource management.
Special Session 2.9: BIOFAIRNET
On 12 February 2026, BIOFAIRNET hosted a dedicated Special Session (Session 2.9) within the conference programme. The session attracted strong interest and fostered constructive discussion on how economic analysis, stakeholder engagement, and digital innovation can accelerate the transition of greenhouse-gas-intensive sectors towards sustainable and circular models.
During the session, the consortium presented:
- The BIOFAIRNET vision of building a fair, inclusive, and accessible network for the bioeconomy and circular economy.
- The role of economic evidence and policy analysis in shaping just and effective transitions.
- The BIOFAIRNET digital dashboard and its co-creation approach with stakeholders.
- Opportunities for collaboration with researchers, policymakers, and sector representatives.
Participation in the XIV IAERE Annual Conference confirmed the relevance of BIOFAIRNET’s mission to bridge economic research and territorial action. Discussions emphasised the importance of integrating data-driven tools, stakeholder engagement, and policy insights to ensure that transitions in agriculture and mining are not only technically feasible, but also economically viable and socially fair.
BIOFAIRNET thanks the organisers of IAERE and the University of Trento for hosting a well-organised and intellectually stimulating conference. The project looks forward to continuing collaboration with the research community and building new partnerships that contribute to a sustainable and equitable bio-circular economy.
