Edinburgh Napier University is a public university based in Edinburgh, Scotland. It focuses on applied research and industry‑aligned teaching across engineering, life and environmental sciences, computing, and business, working with partners in the UK and internationally.
For the chemicals and bio‑based industries, the university contributes expertise in biotechnology, sustainable and renewable technologies, materials and environmental sciences, and data‑driven engineering. It collaborates with companies on product and process innovation, sustainability and circular‑economy initiatives, and provides testing and analytical support. Edinburgh Napier also develops sector skills through undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, professional training, and knowledge‑exchange projects, and supports commercialization via enterprise services and spin‑out activity.
Celtic Renewables converts waste to green chemicals, creating jobs and training in Grangemouth, with plans to expand biorefineries and workforce across the UK and Ireland.
