BIOKIERTOVISIO technology vision for the bio and circular economy in the Kymenlaakso region
The project has been completed.
The Bio- and Circular Economy Technology Vision was developed through collaboration with companies, the use of foresight tools, and insights from industry experts. Based on foresight information gathered from experts interviewed in Finland and across the globe, a vision was created to help guide the future development of the region’s circular economy.
The bio-circular economy technology vision was developed for companies in the Kymenlaakso region to utilize in their strategic planning and future-oriented decision-making.
The advancement of bio- and circular economy technologies helps drive sustainable business growth.
The regional bio- and circular economy technology vision supports companies in the Kymenlaakso region in building the capabilities needed to adopt and develop bio- and circular economy technologies.
In practice, this involves enhancing companies’ ability to learn, innovate, and integrate new technologies and operating models into their activities. The pilot activities took place in Xamk’s research environments and were tailored to the specific needs of the participating companies.
Know your changing operational environment.
Rapid technological development offers new opportunities for bio- and circular economy businesses, but realizing these opportunities requires a deliberate investment in technology adoption capabilities.
Key Activities and Results
Bio- and Circular Economy Technology Vision
A bio- and circular economy technology vision was developed for the Kymenlaakso region to support local companies in anticipating and preparing for future technological developments.
Delphi Study
A Delphi study—a foresight research method—was conducted to gather expert insights for the development of the bio- and circular economy technology vision. The expert panel consisted of national and international specialists in the field of bio- and circular economy.
Co-creation with Companies in the Kymenlaakso Region
Co-creation workshops
The workshops focused on generating and developing new circular economy-based business, product, and service concepts.
Rapid pilot experiments
The BIOKIERTOVISIO project coordinated collaborative pilot experiments in Xamk’s research environments. These experiments were designed to address needs identified during the workshop activities and to support companies in exploring new technologies and operating models.
Events Organized During the Project
RuokaSprintti – Food Innovation Sprint
30 January–13 February 2026
RuokaSprintti – Food Innovation Sprint
11–21 May 2026
TulevaisuusTalkoot – Future Workshop Event
10 June 2026
For more information:
Tomi Höök: tomi.hook@xamk.fi
Project Manager
Anu Vainio: anu.vainio@xamk.fi
Service Designer responsible for the co-creation workshops
Technology Vision Guides Regional Development
A key outcome of the project was the creation of a regional bio- and circular economy technology vision to inform future development initiatives and investment decisions. By strengthening companies’ capabilities to adopt and develop bio- and circular economy technologies, the vision helps create favourable conditions for sustainable growth and innovation in the Kymenlaakso region.
The project also reinforced regional networks and increased technological expertise, laying the foundation for new innovation activities and business opportunities.
Towards a Circular Economy Front-Runner Region
Over the long term, the project aims to help position Kymenlaakso as a leading circular economy region, where cutting-edge technologies are integrated into business operations and value creation.
The project is closely connected to regional development strategies and contributes to the objectives of Kymenlaakso’s Smart Specialisation Strategy, particularly its bio- and circular economy priority area.
Facts
BIOKIERTOVISIO – Circular bioeconomy technology vision
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Budget
Flat rate 40%
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