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31 Oct

LIFE smallWAT: Creation of modular and technologically advanced bioelectrochemical wetlands adapted to population and climate scales

by Carolina Solino
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CETIM is participating in the LIFE smallWAT project to develop and demonstrate an innovative, modular, versatile and resilient wastewater treatment system for small agglomerations (<2,000 PE) in different climatic conditions, adaptable to local contexts and needs. [caption id="attachment_18012" align="aligncenter" width="655"] Technology similar to that to be developed in LIFE smallWAT.[/caption] Access to sustainable, efficient and low-cost wastewater treatment systems remains a challenge for many small rural and...

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16 Jun

At CETIM we offer sustainable solutions through biotechnology to boost the circular economy in industry

by Carolina Solino
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Today is International Biotechnology Day, a discipline in which we work in our Technology Centre through 14 projects, mobilising more than 70 million euros and contributing to the sustainable development of the planet. RECOBATs, a pioneering battery recycling initiative; FERTINSECT, for more efficient, safer and environmentally friendly bioactive fertilisers; and H2020 REWAISE, which will transform wastewater treatment plants. [caption id="attachment_17478" align="aligncenter" width="664"] International Biotechnology Day 2025.[/caption] As every...

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20 Sep

Axencia Galega de Innovación approves the Circular Excellence CETIM infrastructure project

by Administrador
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The Axencia Galega de Innovación has approved funding for the Circular Excellence CETIM infrastructure project (IN607E 2024/02) as part of a line of grants to support the creation and improvement of research, testing and experimentation infrastructure at Galician technology centres. Thanks to this investment, CETIM will improve its scientific and research excellence, strengthening itself by renovating its research infrastructure specialising in the circular economy. The project...

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23 Jul

CETIM lead RESURGENCE to find solutions for sustainable water use in industry

by Carolina Solino
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In the project, which is funded by Horizon Europe and involves 20 partners from 11 countries, we will search innovative solutions for industrial water management through the development of novel technologies that also recover water, energy and high-value raw materials in the process. [caption id="attachment_15884" align="aligncenter" width="763"] Laboratory tests for RESURGENCE.[/caption] The beginning of summer brings with it a big challenge: water scarcity. More and more areas...

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23 Jul

LIFE GREEN SEWER will reuse wastewater for agricultural irrigation, recover energy and high-value nutrients

by Carolina Solino
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CETIM have led a European research project, in alliance with EMAFESA, MAGTEL, SOCAMEX and the University of Barcelona, to develop a technological solution based on membranes for the innovative secondary treatment of wastewater. [caption id="attachment_15865" align="aligncenter" width="582"] Final meeting of the project, held in Almendralejo (Extremadura).[/caption] Water scarcity is one of the major problems threatening human life on Earth and industrial activity. Drought is becoming increasingly common...

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23 Jul

LIFE PHOENIX: Obtaining Class A reusable water

by Carolina Solino
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At CETIM, we are researching and developing innovative technologies for the regeneration of wastewater from the secondary treatment of the 'El Toyo' water treatment plant, in Almeria, adapting to current european regulations. [caption id="attachment_15877" align="aligncenter" width="593"] Pilot plant indoors developed at LIFE PHOENIX.[/caption] Global water scarcity has been increasing annually over the last decades, with more acute and long-lasting droughts becoming more common in affected areas, especially...

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23 Jul

We will revalorise agroforestry waste for food packaging application

by Carolina Solino
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In the NEWPOWER project, in which we are participating together with the University of Vigo and 11 other partners, we will obtain biomaterials from agricultural and forestry waste that can be used in the food, pharmaceutical, biotechnological and organic farming industries. [caption id="attachment_15928" align="aligncenter" width="650"] Lignin test in the CETIM laboratory.[/caption] The abandonment of rural areas and the accumulation of agricultural and forestry waste are some of...

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23 Jul

Increasing sustainability in construction, ever closer thanks to BITÚMINA

by Carolina Solino
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The project, which CETIM is collaborating with ENCE and MISTURAS, will develop cold and warm bituminous mixtures with improved mechanical and rheological performance, to achieve a significant reduction in the carbon footprint and boost the circular economy in the sector. [caption id="attachment_15934" align="aligncenter" width="763"] Test in the CETIM's construction laboratory.[/caption] The use of raw materials with a lower carbon footprint, renewable and circular, which contribute to the...

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23 Apr

CETIM will digitalise the construction sector through two cutting-edge research projects

by Carolina Solino
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SMART CONSTRUCTION MANAGER will improve the control of site management and the supply chain of materials through a common use tool that incorporates different 4.0 technologies such as Artificial Vision, Digital Twins or Internet of Things devices. 0ACCIDNTES, Best National Innovation Project 2023 according to the Spanish Construction Technology Platform, will increase site surveillance and help prevent and ensure faster action in the event of accidents. [caption...

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23 Apr

Francisco Vea Folch: “We run the greatest risk if we do not innovate, because in this uncertain and changing world, immobility will lead us to disappear”

by Carolina Solino
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Construction is one of the key sectors in Spain that, like many others, must face the main current challenges, such as the lack of digitalisation or the reduction of environmental impact. Today we talk to Francisco Vea Folch, Director of Innovation and New Technologies at Simetría Grupo, a company that has been working for more than 80 years in different fields, such as construction, energy,...

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