We are pleased to announce the release of the first edition of the SAUNA Project Newsletter! This first issue highlights the latest project developments, ongoing activities, and upcoming initiatives, offering readers an overview of the work carried out by the consortium and the progress achieved so far. The newsletter is designed to keep stakeholders, partners, and the wider community informed and engaged throughout the project journey. Read the full newsletter here:...

On 5–6 May 2026, the partners of the SAUNA project gathered in Mol, Belgium, for the latest consortium meeting hosted by VITO at the EARTH building facilities. The two-day meeting brought together project partners both onsite and online to review the progress achieved across the project and discuss upcoming activities and milestones. The meeting opened with updates on project management and reporting activities coordinated by VTT, followed by technical sessions dedicated to t

The SAUNA Project was recently featured at the AIChE – American Institute of Chemical Engineers Annual Meeting 2025 in Boston. At the event, SINTEF presented a new integrated approach for process design and assessment, combining techno-economic analysis (TEA) and life cycle assessment (LCA), specifically tailored for emerging bioprocesses and biorefinery concepts. During the session “Environmentally Friendly Product and Process Development for Sustainability”, Filippo Bisotti

The SAUNA Project continues to make strides in sustainable pulping innovation. On September 2–3, 2025, the consortium gathered in Espoo, Finland, for a focused workshop on process design, sensors, and life cycle assessment (LCA). During the workshop, participants worked on block flow diagrams, mass balances, and process flow diagrams. Collected process data was carefully reviewed, and potential emissions and waste streams were actively discussed. The team also explored the ap

New beginnings, shared goals, and ambitious challenges mark the official launch of the SAUNA Project! On June 24–25, 2025, the consortium gathered in Espoo, Finland, for the project’s Kick-Off Meeting hosted by VTT, the project coordinator. Over two productive days, partners set the foundation for the collaboration that will unfold over the next 36 months, aligning visions, defining priorities, and shaping the path ahead. The meeting also included a visit to the VTT Bioruukki