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ELEMENTA
• Valorisation of by-products for human nutrition throught research and development projects • Expand our products portfolio with new ingredients made from by-products • Distributor of health ingredients for three main markets: Infant formula, Dietary supplements and Dietetic and vegan products
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Biotech santé Bretagne
Supporting leaders of innovative health and biotechnology projects Promote transitions by encouraging the emergence and development of by-products (biomass) valorization projects. Support the identification and characterization of regional by-product deposits. Promote the use of biotechnologies and green chemistry applied to by-products (biomass) valorization projects Support structuring projects in by-products valorization and biorefineries fields on a […]
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Coffee residues as a substrate to grow mushrooms
Rotterzwam believes in a society that closes cycles, uses raw materials to the maximum of their potential and consumes more green proteins than animal proteins. We do this by working together locally, regionally and internationally to stimulate and facilitate the production of mushrooms on local residual flows. The result is a wide range of products […]
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Bestico (Bioconversion of organic side streams by black soldier fly-producing insects, lipid & protein for feed)
Bestico, a subsidiary of a multinational company, specializes in utilizing organic side streams from various industries such as beer brewing, bioethanol production, and potato processing to produce high-quality protein and lipid-rich feed through black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae bioconversion. This sustainable solution not only addresses waste management but also provides valuable feedstock for aquaculture, […]
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Bio-based carboxylic acids and potassium-rich fertilizer (AFYREN NEOXY)
The AFTERBIOCHEM project aims to transform sugar industry by-products into high-value bio-sourced molecules, increasing economic and environmental sustainability. The project targets sugar beet sidestreams like beet pulp and molasses, with flexibility for other non-food biomass feedstocks. This is crucial as EU sugar beet production faces competitive pressures due to falling sugar prices.
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
District Heating and Electricity from Various Biomass Sources
This business model involves enterprises using various biomass sources and biowaste to produce heat, electricity, and bioethanol. The model includes setting up plantations, procuring biomass, and processing biowaste
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
BIOECONOMY CLUSTER
The BIOECONOMY CLUSTER in Slovakia operates a waste management system for bio-based food waste in the Nitra region. The project involves collecting and processing approximately 7,000 tons of food waste annually, transforming it into renewable energy. An upcoming investment aims to enhance waste processing infrastructure, focusing on economic efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Biofertilizers and biostimulants (Agromolinillo S.L.)
BIOFERTIMAT focuses on using recycled organic matrices as fertilizers for vegetable and fruit crops to improve soil fertility and promote circular economy in Veneto, Italy. The project aims to reduce nitrogen leaching, replace chemical fertilizers, and enhance soil carbon sequestration.
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Bio-based products derived from wastewater (CBL, IRIS, CTM, University of Vigo, Deloitte, Ecodesign, Greentech)
The AFTERLIFE project aims to address the recovery and valorization of wastewater from the food and beverage industry. It involves several companies, each contributing in various capacities to achieve the project’s goals.
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Bioenergy Solutions Costa Rica
Costa Rica is leveraging pineapple and coffee residues to generate clean energy, showcasing its commitment to sustainability and innovation in renewable energy. This initiative involves converting agricultural waste into bioenergy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and promoting a circular economy.
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Chimcomplex
Chimcomplex, Romania’s largest chemical group, is set to modernize its biomass-powered plant at the A6 Dej platform. This upgrade will enhance the plant’s capacity to generate up to 80 MW of electric and thermal energy, supporting a new chemical processing factory
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Fuel and Electricity from Biogas Business Model
This business model focuses on producing biogas from agricultural waste such as slurry, manure, and silage. The biogas is utilized for generating electricity, heat, and compressed natural gas (CNG) for industrial and private customers. The model also emphasizes the use of digestate as a biofertilizer, promoting sustainability in agriculture.
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Cespa
Cepsa, a global energy company, and PreZero Spain, an environmental services provider, have signed an agreement to produce biomethane from organic waste. The collaboration aims to enhance sustainable energy production and contribute to the circular economy by converting waste into renewable energy.
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Sustainable microfibrilated cellulose material (Bio-Lutions)
Bio-Lutions is a public limited start-up company that offers sustainable packaging and disposable tableware solutions made of agricultural residues. Because their technology can use even the shortest fibres (e.g. flax and hemp) from most agricultural residues worldwide, their business is suitable for regional bioeconomies worldwide.
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Dunhill Ecopark
Dunhill Ecopark acts as a social enterprise whose mission is to cultivate an entrepreneurial culture and facilitate job creation. The site is pioneering in a diverse range of projects and initiatives. For instance, Dunhill Ecopark built a community garden on site in 2009, with the aim of providing opportunities for environmental education for schools and […]
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Abbeyleix Bog Project
As a company, the main mission of the Abbeyleix Bog Project is to develop a Conservation Management Plan and a Business Management Plan for the local bog. They employ a community-based approach for natural resource management to maximise the benefits to the local community in terms of education, employment, income and recreation. The open-access amenity, […]
Publication date 11 Apr 2025
Biogas from MSW
An advanced modular thermal process produces synthesis gas and activated carbon. The gas is conditioned for use in power generation. The activated carbon can be reintroduced into the process as a fuel or sold as a commodity and used as a filter medium or for soil remediation.
Publication date 30 Sep 2024
Conversion of corn starch into bioplastic by fermentation process
Fermentation: Corn starch is fermented to produce bioplastics. This involves breaking down the starch into simpler sugars, which are then converted into bioplastic materials through microbial fermentation. Additives: Glycerol is often added to the bioplastic formulation to enhance its properties. The figures in the provided links show different concentrations of glycerol in the bioplastic, affecting […]
Publication date 30 Sep 2024
Ultrasonic transesterification of Jatropha curcas L.
Transesterification of high free fatty acid content Jatropha oil with methanol to biodiesel catalyzed directly by NaOH and high-concentrated H2SO4 or by two-step process were studied in an ultrasonic reactor at
Publication date 30 Sep 2024
High Pressure Extraction from Andean Lupin
Fermentation Process for Bioplastics Starch Hydrolysis: Initial Step: Corn starch is first hydrolyzed to break it down into simpler sugars. This is usually achieved through enzymatic processes where enzymes like amylase are used to convert starch into glucose or maltose. Purpose: This step is crucial because the complex polysaccharides (starch) need to be broken down […]
Publication date 30 Sep 2024
Sunburst Pre-processing Technology.
efficiently separating lignin and sugars from hardwoods, particularly from agro-forestry dedicated crops and lignocellulosic tree crops. The extracted high-purity lignin and sugars are used to create various products, including biofuels, bioplastics, and insulation materials. The process is designed to provide sustainable alternatives to fossil resources and significantly reduce waste, requiring scaling up to industrial levels […]
Publication date 30 Sep 2024
Lignocellulosic-Based Bioplastics and Biofibres Technology
The technology here focuses on converting lignocellulosic residues (agricultural and forestry waste) into advanced bioplastics and biofibres. The process involves the extraction and purification of biopolymers, particularly polyurethanes, from bio-based sources. These biopolymers are then used to create lightweight and sustainable materials, initially targeting the automotive industry
Publication date 30 Sep 2024