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Sustainable and customizable energy solutions for next-generation devices.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The PHOTO-RECIRCUIT<\/strong> project drives the development of sustainable and customizable energy solutions for next-generation Internet of Things (IoT)<\/strong> devices, aimed at extending their lifespan and reducing their environmental impact. This initiative is developing a disruptive printed circuit board (PCB<\/strong>) technology using recycled steel substrates<\/strong>, designed to tackle the industry’s heavy reliance on batteries and critical raw materials.<\/p>\n

The solution is based on PCBs with a recyclable steel core, functionalized with advanced vitreous coatings and integrated photovoltaic harvesters<\/strong>. This architecture enables the creation of low-power IoT devices that overcome the thermal limitations of traditional fiberglass, as they are compatible with high-temperature semiconductor processes.<\/p>\n

Through this direct integration of photovoltaic technology into the substrate, PHOTO-RECIRCUIT enables new formats for both indoor and outdoor systems, significantly reducing battery usage and electronic waste. This approach acts as a catalyst toward circular electronics<\/strong>\u2014more autonomous, responsible, and aligned with European objectives for sustainability and strategic autonomy.<\/p>\n

With a duration of 3 years, the project is funded by the national program “Ayudas a Proyectos de Colaboraci\u00f3n P\u00fablico-Privada”<\/strong> (Public-Private Collaboration Project Grants) under the State Plan for Scientific, Technical, and Innovation Research. The consortium, coordinated by Electrolomas<\/strong><\/a>, includes the participation of the Metallic and Ceramic Materials unit of<\/strong> Eurecat<\/strong><\/a>, alongside CELSA, IREC, IDONIAL, and TTC.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Project<\/strong><\/p>\n

PHOTO-RECIRCUIT - Photovoltaic-Integrated Recycled Steel Circuit Boards for Sustainable Low-Power IoT Electronics<\/p>\n

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Project Reference<\/strong><\/p>\n

SCPP2400C011717XV0<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Program and call for tender<\/strong><\/p>\n

Project funded by the State Research Agency (AEI) of the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, within the call for Public-Private Collaboration Projects of the State Plan for Scientific, Technical and Innovation Research 2024-2027, and co-funded by the European Union.<\/p>\n

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Related SDGs<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/i><\/i><\/span>SDG 7 \u2013 AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Facilitates the use of clean energy in IoT devices by developing electronic substrates with integrated direct photovoltaic harvesting<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>SDG 9 \u2013 INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Drives the technological modernization of the electronics industry toward a more resilient model, utilizing disruptive technologies in PCB manufacturing<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>SDG 11 \u2013 SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Reduces pressure on natural resources in urban environments by decreasing electronic waste and improving the lifespan of smart sensors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>SDG 12 \u2013 RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Promotes a circular electronics model using recycled steel and a drastic reduction in reliance on batteries and critical raw materials.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Minimizes the carbon footprint in the manufacturing and maintenance of sensors, which are key tools for environmental monitoring and global energy efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Establishes a strategic public-private collaboration between technology centres, research institutes, and the industrial sector to accelerate the market transfer of sustainable solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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