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At nova, we pay close attention to the maintenance and exchange of information within our network. As a result, we have created a number of communication venues and channels through which we successfully interact with our audience. Whether it is our comprehensive reports and infographics, regular press releases, several newsletters, numerous social media posts, personal mailings or our internationally renowned conferences and numerous webinars each year – we reach the relevant audience in a targeted way. This allows us to regularly share the latest news on scientific innovation for a more sustainable future.
Press Releases
nova-Institute consistently shares updates on ongoing research projects and current consultancy assignments. In addition to distributing the news through national and international press distribution lists, we utilise newsletters and social media channels for effective dissemination. Furthermore, our team of nova experts is readily available for media enquiries, providing comprehensive background information and insightful quotes.
03.03.2026
The nova-Institute Establishes new Renewable Feedstock Department to Lay the Groundwork for Industrial Defossilisation
This strategic expansion is designed to address the critical challenges and opportunities involved in sustainably sourcing renewable carbon for the chemical and materials industries. The transition from fossil-based to renewable carbon – sourced from biomass, CO₂ utilisation and recycling – is the cornerstone of a climate-neutral chemical industry. The nova-Institute’s new department ... Read more02.03.2026
Pioneer of the First Hour: Michael Carus Steps Down After More Than 30 Years From nova-Institute’s Management
After more than three decades at the helm, founder and CEO Michael Carus is set to step down as head of the Renewable Carbon division on 1 March 2026. Lars Börger as the new CEO, will take over this key position of the nova-Institute together with COO Linda Engel, while Carus will remain with the research and consulting company as a senior advisor and shareholder. This change takes place after a ... Read more
Stefanie Fulda
Head of Communications & Marketing
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Conferences & Seminars
Discover the excellence of nova-Institute’s annual conference series where we inform and engage with our audience. Immerse yourself in our flagship events, meticulously curated as content hubs and premier networking platforms, where we delve into key topics like renewable materials, CO2-based fuels and chemicals, cellulose fibres, and advanced recycling. In addition, we host a variety of webinars and workshops throughout the year, many of which are open to the public, providing valuable insights and discussions on contemporary issues related to circular economy, sustainability, and renewable carbon.
24 March 2026, 13:00 – 14:30 (CET)
WaterProof Webinar: Industrial-Urban Symbiosis – Industrial-Urban Symbiosis: Business, Funding, and Practical Insights
24 March 2026, 13:00-14:30 CET, online Turning Underutilised Resources into Economic & Environmental Value Industrial-Urban Symbiosis (I-US) enables new business opportunities though the collaboration of diverse stakeholders across various sectors. …
28 – 29 April 2026
CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2026
The CO2-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference has successfully established itself as an international and unique meeting and networking ground for the entire Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) and Power-to-X industry and its customers. The upcoming 14th edition of the conference will take place on 28–29 April 2026, Cologne, Germany as a hybrid event. Organiser nova-Institute expects over 250 leading international experts in the field of CCU, green hydrogen production and Power-to-X. Once more the event will showcase the latest innovations and most important developments in the fast-growing field of Carbon Capture and Utilisation with plenty of opportunities to network.
12 May 2026, 13:00 – 14:30 (CET)
nova talk #2: Textile Recycling: quo vadis? Just a hype or the next big thing? (FREE webinar)
The second edition of the nova talks turns to one of the most pressing and controversial topics in the transition towards a circular textile economy: textile recycling. This interactive online session will explore whether current developments signal a genuine systemic shift – or whether the momentum risks fading before large-scale impact is achieved.

Dominik Vogt
Conferences & Webinars

Guido Müller
Sponsoring, Exhibition & Advertising
Publications & Infographics
As an integral component of our work, nova-Institute has produced an array of comprehensive scientific background reports, position papers, and infographics covering diverse aspects of renewable carbon and defossilisation. The majority of these publications and infographics are accessible free of charge via our database and they cover a wide range of topics relevant to the chemical and materials sector. If you are seeking specific information or studies, please feel free to reach out to us without hesitation.
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Newsletters & Social Media
nova-Institute delivers a series of newsletters tailored for both national and international audiences. Our specialised website, Renewable Carbon News, comes along with a daily newsletter and attracts an impressive monthly viewership. In tandem with our robust social media presence and coupled with an extensive database featuring over 60,000 industry contacts, we have cultivated a powerful communication ecosystem. This comprehensive network not only enables us to effortlessly inform and engage with our vital stakeholders, but also empowers us to take swift action in communicating pertinent news to precisely target the right audience.

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