From non-recyclable solid waste to high-value resources: the case of biochar production
Non-recyclable solid waste can be used to produce high-value new resources. This is possible thanks to a thermochemical process known as Pyrolysis. Pyrolysis converts organic matter into fuel, with high yield,
Unlocking the Sustainability Benefits: The importance of the Assessment
In the transition pathway from a linear towards a circular economic model, it is fundamental to evaluate the transition performance according to sustainability principles. In fact, only proper assessment can
School Waste Collection towards a circular economy: SYMSITES engagement in Muro de Alcoy
The waste management system in Muro de Alcoy, Spain, is moving towards a circular economy thanks to the cooperation between the City Council of Muro de Alcoy and Fovasa and
West Achaia Municipality Initiatives for Environmental Protection
Solid Waste Management: Proactive Steps for a greener future Thousands of households and industries in West Achaia (Greece) will receive a wide range of compost bins, brown waste bins, biodegradable composting
Sustainable Solutions: Our Research Posters to Advance Environmental Science
International conferences and events play an important role in disseminating the valuable work conducted by SYMSITES. In this regard, our consortium presented enlightening research posters at the International Conference on
Designing Ecosites in Greece and Austria
General context In our last article we explored the Ecosites of Spain and Denmark. Today we will talk in depth about the different technologies that will be carried out in the
Designing Ecosites in Spain and Denmark
General context In one of our previous articles, we explored what an EcoSite is. With that in mind, it is possible to describe the different technologies that will be implemented in
Managing waste between struggles and headways: the case of Spain
In one of our last articles, we explored waste management in Greece, one of the nine countries involved in the project. Today we want to examine the concrete state of
SYMSITES at IWA Conference 2023
The SYMSITES project presented its cutting-edge urban-industrial symbiosis technology during the 6th IWA International Conference on ecotechnologies for wastewater treatment, held in Girona from June 26th to 29th, 2023. The conference
Irrigation with wastewater: An option for the future?
KLAR! Meeting 21.06.2023 SYMSITES project explores the potential of wastewater irrigation as a solution for environmental and agricultural issues. With 100 participants, the Stakeholder forum held in Austria on 21/06/2023 focused on