Technical requirements and specifications report, incl. test protocols and regulatory framework
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This deliverable provides a comprehensive guide to the development and validation of bio-based materials. It encompasses: i) Technical deep dive: in-depth analysis of material properties, component specifications, and product requirements. This includes a review of state-of-the-art analytical techniques, cutting-edge technical specifications, and best practices in manufacturing. ii) Standardized testing: a compilation of standardized testing protocols to ensure consistent evaluation of bio-based materials throughout the development and validation phases, according to the specific intended use iii) Regulatory landscape: a thorough analysis of the current regulatory framework surrounding circularity and eco-labelling of bio-based materials, highlighting existing gaps and challenges. iv) Sustainability Roadmap: definition of key sustainability indicators across the entire lifecycle, from design and production to application and end-of-life. This includes guidance on measuring and optimizing environmental performance. This deliverable refers to T1.1 and T1.3.