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Development of an innovative membrane technology and reactor process with high quality of water recycling. The Sub-FO (submerged forward osmosis) project presents a specific configuration which combines the benefits of forward osmosis (FO), such as the high separation performances and low energy requirements, with submerged membrane processes, as the treatment of highly polluted and concentrated streams. The project is of key interest in the context of water in the circular economy by assuring reuse of water of the highest quality and nutrients concentration for facilitated downstream process. On the other hand, reuse and upgrading of existing [...]

Development of large-scale innovation applications for multiple water users and sectors at various relevant scenarios. The B-WaterSmart project has the objective to accelerate the transformation to water-smart economies and societies in coastal Europe and beyond. The project applies a large-scale systemic innovation approach to select, connect and demonstrate a tailored suite of technology, management and smart data solutions for multiple water users and sectors, and create new business models based on circular economy and water-smartness. In addition, B-WaterSmart project will develop methodologies, tools and processes to allow the safe use of water alternative sources, particularly reused [...]

New sustainable products through the transformation of ladle slag into high value-added products. The CYCLO-SLAG project develops an innovative and sustainable solution by transforming ladle slag into high value-added products with the aim to promote a sustainable approach and diversify the industrial sectors and markets for the final products. In this way, the use of ladle slag would be made profitable by turning it into a resource capable of generating income and, at the same time, reducing the costs associated with its management, increasing the competitiveness of the company and reducing the environmental impact of steel [...]

Creation of synergies between industry and water services to promote the efficient management of resources and value products, through the concept of circular economy. The ULTIMATE project promotes synergies and symbiosis between the industry and public water services with the aim of improving water management, creating economic value and increasing sustainability through the valorisation of resources within the water cycle. Wastewater has a key role as a reusable resource and also as a carrier for energy and components that can be extracted, treated, stored and reused. With the innovative concept “Water Smart Industrial Symbiosis” (WSIS), the [...]

Development of a new decontamination technology for highly contaminated soils by petroleum hydrocarbons and heavy metals. The RIBAS project is under the POSIDON initiative which has the objective of promoting innovation for the decontamination of polluted sites and soils. In the framework of the project, 5 European procurers have launched a Pre-Commercial Public Procurement (PCP), which is a transnational multiple-sourcing contract concerning R&D services aimed at steering the development of sustainable and cost-effective solutions for the decontamination of highly contaminated soils, preferably in-situ, whilst comparing/validating alternative solution approaches from various R&D providers. Eurecat, through its Water, [...]

Large-scale demonstration of water-smart and efficient management systems to promote a circular economy and society. The WATER-MINING project aims to aims to be an example for social embedding of innovative solutions in a wide spectrum of technology applications. WATER-MINING provides examples for real-world implementation of the Water Framework Directive to help the transition to Circular Economy, incorporating EU Green Deal packages. The demonstrations will integrate innovative technologies developed by partners and from previously funded EU projects. These novel technologies will be demonstrated in different pilots realised in Spain, Cyprus, Portugal, Italy and The Netherlands to reclaim [...]

Radical innovations to recover minerals and metals from seawater desalination brines. The SEA4VALUE project, coordinated by Eurecat, has the objective to develop a Multi-mineral Modular Brine Mining Process (MMBMP) for the recovery of valuable metals and minerals from brines produced in sea-water desalination plants (SWDP). The innovation promoted by the project improves the economic feasibility of well-established concentration and crystallisation processes (capacitive deionisation, membrane crystallisation, bipolar electrodialysis, multi-effect distillation) while performing research on innovative materials to develop the next generation separation processes enabling the production of raw materials from seawater brines. Eurecat, which participates to the [...]

Sustainable water management to decrease the emission of pollutants from industry and the exploitation of alternative water sources, preserving the quality of natural water bodies and the quantity of natural drinking water resources. The LIFE HIDAQUA project addresses water management in high water demanding industries, by tackling environmental problems such as the depletion of natural drinking water sources; the low ecological and chemical status of natural water bodies and the burdening of the environment with the discharging of liquids and the landfilling of wastes from water treatment processes. The proposed water treatment system is based on [...]

Development of a profitable, sustainable and environmental friendly biogas purification system. The use of biogas for energy production is increasing due the lower cost and associated reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions compared to fossil fuels. To use this biogas as a fuel is needed to remove the hydrogen sulphide contained through desulfurization technologies that present high environmental impacts. LIFE BIOGASNET project develops an innovative technology, based on biological processes, since it couples a biotrickling filter to a nitrification bioreactor, with the aim to promote the use of biogas as a sustainable energy source. Technology of [...]

The SPHERE platform, based on the BIM building standard, implements the Digital Twin concept by creating a service ecosystem to improve and optimize the energy management of residential buildings throughout their life cycle, from design, construction and operation. The SPHERE project promotes more sustainable construction processes with the purpose to reduce costs, environmental impact and achieve a greater energy efficiency of building. SPHERE platform presents ICT solution tools that accompany customers, developers, builders and designers during the design, manufacturing, operation and end of the useful life of buildings. The platform creates a dynamic and participatory environment that [...]