Bioindustrial Manufacturing

BioMADE harnesses the power of biology to help create and domestically source the manufactured goods that people use every day. By supporting the development of biomanufacturing technologies, BioMADE and its members will strengthen American competitiveness, create a more robust and resilient supply chain, and help the U.S. become more self-sufficient.

Bioindustrial manufacturing uses biological systems—including microbes such as bacteria, yeast, and algae—to create new materials or sustainable alternatives to existing petroleum-based materials. Because bioindustrial manufacturing typically uses feedstocks such as corn, soy, and sugar beets, American farmers will benefit from the new markets created by BioMADE technologies, and rural communities will benefit from the manufacturing jobs creating the associated products.

The bioeconomy could have an economic impact of up to $4 trillion annually within the next 10–20 years. BioMADE supports its members to create marketable products through bioindustrial manufacturing, which will be a key element in catalyzing this domestic economic growth. Bioindustrial manufacturing has the potential to impact all sectors of the economy and all areas of society, helping the U.S. become more self-sufficient and sophisticated in manufacturing.

Novonesis

 Benefits of bioindustrial manufacturing 

  • Enhances national security by creating more robust and resilient domestic supply chains  

  • Establishes the U.S. as a self-sufficient and global manufacturing leader  

  • Aids in disaster recovery efforts by mitigating shortages of important products  

  • Produces materials with physical and chemical properties not currently available  

  • Builds a globally competitive STEM workforce  

  • Supports American farmers and enhances rural development  

Sylvie Lam

What can be created with bioindustrial manufacturing?