Overview
Industrial partners will test these formulations in construction panels and validate them against industry requirements. The sustainability metrics of the CIRCULAR-C products will be assessed, and a digital product passport (DPP) will be developed to accompany the lifecycle of all development stages with particular focus on disassembly, recycling, and remanufacturing of the panels. The results will be promoted and widely disseminated. Through these efforts, CIRCULAR-C will increase the capacity of bio-based sectors by maximizing residue valorization and material recycling, as well as minimizing environmental and climate impact.
Summary
CIRCULAR-C aims to transform the bio-based chemical sector for construction applications by developing a new generation of circular, sustainable, and bio-based adhesives, coatings, and functionalized fibres.
These new formulations for wood panel construction (used in flooring, furniture, and insulation) featuring reversible chemical bonds and digital product passports enhance recycling and reduce environmental impact.
This research and innovation project will validate and optimize the use of mixed sustainable biomass residues as feedstock to produce high-strength functionalized cellulosic materials as well as circular adhesives and coatings with high bio-based content, fire retardancy and reversibility.
Objectives
The objectives of CIRCULAR-C focus on developing an innovative circular biorefining process that turns residual biomass into sustainable, high‑performance components designed for products that can be reassembled whenever needed. A Digital Product Passports brings transparency to the entire value chain, enabling full traceability and lifecycle management.
