Fibenol

Fibenol is a cleantech company dedicated to producing wood-based raw materials and redefining the material and chemical industry through sustainable biomaterial power enabled by cutting-edge technology.

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Programs

Programs Fibenol went through
Program	Cohort	Source
Plug and Play	Not stated	Plug and Play Page

About Fibenol

"Fibenol is a cleantech company dedicated to revolutionizing the material and chemical industry through sustainable biomaterial power enabled by cutting-edge technology. Specializing in wood-based raw materials, Fibenol aims to add value to industries by replacing fossil-based materials with sustainable alternatives. At their flagship plant, Fibenol utilizes a unique fractionation technology to quickly convert woody residues into a processable liquid, from which biobased building blocks are extracted. These building blocks can be transformed into low-carbon products for industries seeking eco-friendly alternatives, including bio-based plastics, construction materials, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Fibenol's primary products include LIGNOVA™ for various biochemical applications, Cellulosic Sugars as a sustainable alternative for bioprocessing, and Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) for papermaking and other industrial uses."

Category: Other
Location: Estonia
Checked: 7h ago

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Joined a programOct 5, 2026

Joined Plug and Play.

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