The Italian Technology Cluster of “Circular Bioeconomy” SPRING – Sustainable Processes and Resources for Innovation and National Growth - has the objective of triggering the development of biobased industries in Italy, through an holistic approach to innovation, aimed at revitalising Italian chemistry in the name of environmental, social and economic sustainability. The purpose is to stimulate research and investments in new technologies, in constant dialogue with the actors of local areas, and to pursue the European Commission most recent policies on bioeconomy.