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Innovation Hub

Fri 12

11:00h

Conference | Innovation Hub Energy Transition and Decarbonisation

Decarbonize to Compete: Data and Success Stories in the Chemical Industry

Xavier Ribera BASF Head of Communications, Government Affairs and Sustainability Speaker

Albert Ballbé i Ortí Departament d’Empresa i Treball - ACCIÓ DGI Delegate for the Industrial Decarbonization Area Moderator

Héctor Carbonell Carburos Metálicos SA (Grupo Air Products) Southern Europe Director for Onsite and Energy Transition Speaker

Jordi Pujol GasN2 Chief R+D+i Officer Speaker

Álvaro Reyes Carmona Promotor tecnológico de la Unidad de Tecnologías Químicas Technology Promoter of the Chemical Technologies Unit Speaker

#decarbonisation, #funding, #hydrogen

2026-06-02 11:00 2026-06-02 12:00 Europe/Madrid Decarbonize to Compete: Data and Success Stories in the Chemical Industry Industrial decarbonization is becoming a key driver of competitiveness for the chemical industry. In this roundtable, representatives from industry and the public sector will share experiences and discuss how to address this challenge, combining strategic vision with execution. Based on up-to-date data and real cases in Catalonia and Europe, solutions such as renewable hydrogen, process electrification, and CO₂ capture will be explored. Key barriers—energy costs, infrastructure, and regulation—will also be addressed, along with related opportunities such as access to European funding and the creation of new markets. A space for dialogue to identify concrete levers to accelerate the transition without compromising competitiveness. Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció

Tue 2

11:00h - 12:00h Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció Public access

12:30h

Conference | Innovation Hub Markets-Competitiveness

Sensory chemistry: precision engineering for the new era of cosmetic actives and sustainable fragrances

Victoria Lovelle Beauty Cluster Cosmetic Innovation Manager Speaker

Núria Canela Eurecat Director – Omics Sciences Centre Unit, Eurecat, and Coordinator of the Metabolomics platform at ICTS Speaker

Carlos Cayetano Ureña Iberchem Bio Data Scientist Speaker

#cosmetics, #innovation, #sustainability

2026-06-02 12:30 2026-06-02 13:30 Europe/Madrid Sensory chemistry: precision engineering for the new era of cosmetic actives and sustainable fragrances In a rapidly changing context, sensory chemistry is established as a driver of strategic innovation for the cosmetic industry. In this session, jointly promoted with the Beauty Cluster, we will explore key trends redefining cosmetic actives and fragrances: from growing demand for sustainability and naturalness to the rise of personalized sensory experiences. We will also analyze how brands can leverage precision engineering to differentiate themselves, respond to a more demanding consumer, and create new business opportunities. The session will provide a combined perspective of market, technology, and sensory perception to anticipate where the sector is heading and how to prepare to compete in this new era. Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció

Tue 2

12:30h - 13:30h Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció Public access

15:30h

Roundtable | Innovation Hub Energy Transition and Decarbonisation Industrial water and sustainable management Circular Economy

Towards a More Sustainable Chemical Supply Chain: Results and Learnings

Pau Virtudes ACCIÓ Head of Shared Value Speaker

Paula Vives Serdà R4S Project Manager Speaker

Rebeca Descarrega Canal BASF Española, S.L Category Buyer Iberia Speaker

Maria Romeu Escolà ELIX Polymers Environmental Responsible Speaker

M Angeles Lagunas Quimidroga, S.A. Sustainability Manager Speaker

Roger Giménez Pacios Roots for Sustainability, S.L Senior Analyst Speaker

#ESG, #sharedvalue, #sustainability

2026-06-02 15:30 2026-06-02 16:30 Europe/Madrid Towards a More Sustainable Chemical Supply Chain: Results and Learnings Sustainability is today an essential element to strengthen the competitiveness of the chemical industry and advance towards shared-value models, generating economic, environmental, and social impact. This session will present key results and learnings from projects aimed at transforming the chemical supply chain into a more efficient, resilient system aligned with ESG criteria, with participation from chemical sector companies and experts who have accompanied them in the process to promote a more circular value chain. Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció

Tue 2

15:30h - 16:30h Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció Public access

16:30h

Conference | Innovation Hub Energy Transition and Decarbonisation

Services of the Catalan Institute of Energy for companies

Jaume Margarit Institut Català d’Energia - ICAEN Head of the Energy Planning Division Speaker

#energy, #funding

2026-06-02 16:30 2026-06-02 17:30 Europe/Madrid Services of the Catalan Institute of Energy for companies Grants under preparation, Energy Savings Certificates (ESCs) in Catalonia, and optimization of electrical capacity. Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció

Tue 2

16:30h - 17:30h Innovation Hub Area - Stand Acció Public access

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Innovation Hub

Decarbonize to Compete: Data and Success Stories in the Chemical Industry

Sensory chemistry: precision engineering for the new era of cosmetic actives and sustainable fragrances

Towards a More Sustainable Chemical Supply Chain: Results and Learnings

Services of the Catalan Institute of Energy for companies

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