Who We Are
A national platform uniting academia, industry, government, and civil society to accelerate India’s transition to a sustainable, innovation-led bioeconomy.
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Governance Layers
One Ecosystem. Many Stakeholders.
Shared Purpose. Lasting Impact.
Sustainability
Innovation
Collaboration
Inclusivity
Our Story
From an idea to a movement
The Indian Bioeconomy Association (IBA) was founded on a simple yet powerful conviction — that India's biodiversity, scientific talent, and entrepreneurial energy can together power a green economic revolution. Born at the intersection of nature and innovation, IBA brings together a growing community of changemakers committed to building a future where biological resources drive prosperity and sustainability side by side.
As a nation rich in natural resources and intellectual capital, India stands at a critical threshold where traditional economic models must evolve. The IBA serves as a vital bridge between scientific discovery and industrial application, transforming raw biological potential into sustainable economic value. By uniting researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and environmentalists, the association fosters an ecosystem ripe for disruptive innovation. This collaborative network aims to replace fossil-fuel dependence with bio-based alternatives, ranging from advanced biofuels and bioplastics to sustainable agriculture and bio-manufacturing.
The ultimate vision of the IBA extends beyond technological advancement; it is about redefining wealth and progress. By leveraging cutting-edge biotechnology, the association seeks to solve pressing environmental challenges while simultaneously creating green jobs, strengthening rural economies, and ensuring food and energy security. Through advocacy, knowledge sharing, and strategic partnerships, the Indian Bioeconomy Association is not just anticipating the future of industry—it is actively cultivating a resilient, bio-driven economy that honors and preserves the planet for generations to come.
"India does not just need growth — it needs growth that heals, includes, and endures. That is the promise of bioeconomy."
— IBA Founding Council
Vision & Mission
Purpose that guides us
Three pillars that define what IBA works toward every day.
Our Vision
To make India a global leader in sustainable bioeconomy — where nature, science, and society grow together.
Our Mission
To build an interconnected ecosystem of knowledge, innovation, and policy that accelerates India's bioeconomy transition — inclusively and equitably.
Our Goal
Position India's bioeconomy to contribute significantly to GDP by 2030 through sustainable bio-based industries, green jobs, and circular innovation.
our team
The people behind IBA
Scientists, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and educators united by a shared mission — accelerating India's bioeconomy transition.
international advisory board
Dr. Pawan Kumar Mishra
Researcher & International Project Leader, Mendel University in Brno
Dr Pawan Kumar Mishra is a bioeconomy researcher, educator and international project leader based at Mendel University in Brno, Czech Republic. His work spans circular bioeconomy, sustainable innovation, bio-based materials, artificial intelligence and research policy. He has contributed to European research and policy networks, coordinated international academic initiatives and led interdisciplinary projects connecting science, industry and society. He is also the co-inventor of a United States patent on lignin-based cleaning materials.
Dr. Barna Kovacs
Secretary General of the BIOEAST Initiative
Barna Kovacs serves as Secretary General of the BIOEAST Initiative, fostering regional collaboration in sustainable and circular bioeconomy. With over 20 years of experience across the European Parliament, European Commission, and Council, worked as national representative in SCAR, FACCE JPI, and the BBI JU, CBE JU States Representatives Group, PC members’ adviser for FP7, H2020 and HE. He holds a PhD in Economic Sciences.
Dr. Pavel Skrabanek
Associate Professor Brno at University of Technology
Dr. Elena-Simina Lakatos
President and CEO, IRCEM
Romanian senior researcher, engineer, and economist specializing in circular economy, bioeconomy, and sustainable development. As President and CEO of the Institute for Research in Circular Economy and Environment “Ernest Lupan” (IRCEM), she leads research, innovation, and policy-oriented projects for Europe's green transition.
Hana Onderkova
Diplomat, Czech Trade