Currently, the industry relies heavily on fossil resources. This dependence is not only problematic from a sustainability and climate protection perspective. It also exposes industries to significant market fluctuations due to resource shortages. The Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation is looking for alternatives so that we no longer have to rely on fossil fuels and is convinced of this: Deep-tech bioeconomy will play a crucial role in achieving a climate-neutral industry in Germany. The biomanufacturing sector, in particular, fosters technological sovereignty and strengthens Germany as an industrial nation. The development of a robust deep-tech bioeconomy will lead to greater resilience and offers technological sovereignty, while strengthening Germany as an industrial nation.

SPRIND's experience has shown that by acting quick, unbureaucratic, and bold (i.e., using pre-commercial procurement vehicles) we can mobilize the best teams from industry and academia to present highly innovative solutions that quickly unlock economic potential and create new jobs in Germany. Investments in a bio-based industry are investments in Germany as a preferred partner and the partner of choice for the industry 4.0.

In the position paper, SPRIND presents five key actions and recommendations that are now necessary to achieve this: