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27 Oct

At CETIM, we are accelerating the transformation of the textile industry towards more circular, efficient and competitive models

by Carolina Solino
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We bring our technological capabilities to STITCH, ATENEA and TRUSTEX, three research projects in which we are developing advanced recycling solutions, sustainable materials and digital traceability in the textile sector, exploring new ways of recovering materials and encouraging their reintegration into production processes. [caption id="attachment_18853" align="aligncenter" width="670"] Textile recycling trial at CETIM[/caption] Global textile fibre production reached 132 million tonnes in 2024, according to Textile Exchange’s Materials...

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27 Oct

At CETIM, together with Grupo Puentes, we are developing a remote infrastructure monitoring system using optical fibre

by Carolina Solino
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For the FIBERSENS project, we use Fibre Bragg Grating networks embedded in concrete to obtain information on four parameters that are critical to the conservation of large infrastructure (corrosion, humidity, temperature and internal strain). [caption id="attachment_18875" align="aligncenter" width="618"] Testing for the FIBERSENS project in CETIM’s Digital Industry laboratory.[/caption] The safety and durability of large infrastructure depend, to a great extent, on the ability to know its condition...

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27 Oct

Lignin and cellulose micro- and nanoparticles for manufacturing food packaging with hydrophobic and antimicrobial properties

by Carolina Solino
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NEWPOWER reaches its final phase, demonstrating that innovation can help turn waste into resources, develop sustainable materials and contribute to a circular bioeconomy that generates environmental, social and economic value. [caption id="attachment_18884" align="aligncenter" width="591"] Lignin and cellulose extraction process at CETIM.[/caption] As part of the European project NEWPOWER, funded by the Interreg Sudoe programme, we have worked to address one of the major challenges facing rural...

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27 Oct

Circular bioeconomy and Nature-based Solutions to drive the sustainable, resilient and inclusive reconstruction of Ukraine

by Carolina Solino
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With a consortium of 16 partners, led by WHITE RESEARCH and of which CETIM is a member, RISE4UKRAINE aims to develop an adaptable and replicable recovery model, capable of responding to Ukraine’s needs and serving as a reference for other conflict-affected territories. [caption id="attachment_18900" align="aligncenter" width="536"] CETIM team at the RISE4UKRAINE project kick-off meeting.[/caption] The reconstruction of conflict-affected territories poses significant environmental, social and economic challenges. Beyond...

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23 Jan

At CETIM we successfully develop technologies for the recovery of critical raw materials

by Carolina Solino
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BIORECOVER, the project that we have coordinated and led at our Technological Centre, is coming to an end with ambitious results, as we have managed to recover metals of high economic value such as magnesium and yttrium from waste of different origins. [caption id="attachment_15207" align="aligncenter" width="602"] CETIM Bioprocess Laboratory.[/caption] In 2019 we started a journey from CETIM coordinating and leading an initiative for the recovery of critical...

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29 Nov

CETIM has joined the ‘Alianza Galega polo Clima’ and presents its upcoming Centre of Excellence in Circular Economy

by Carolina Solino
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Ángeles Vázquez, the second vice-president of the Xunta de Galicia and Regional Minister for the Environment, Territory, and Housing, visited our facilities this morning. During the visit, she gained firsthand insights into our Technology Centre's dedication to environmental initiatives. [caption id="attachment_15096" align="aligncenter" width="872"] From left to right, Sagrario Pérez, General Director of Environmental Quality, Sustainability and Climate Change; Ángeles Vázquez, Second Vice-President of the Xunta de...

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08 Nov

CETIM presents ‘La Cross’ project to Gómez Besteiro, member of the Spanish Congress

by Carolina Solino
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The Centre of Excellence for Competitiveness in Circular Economy, which we will develop in the estuary of O Burgo, will have 8,000 square metres and a budget of more than 7 million euros. José Ramón Gómez Besteiro visited our facilities this morning and saw first-hand the activity that we have been developing for 10 years. [caption id="attachment_15068" align="aligncenter" width="737"] From left to right, Toni Pons, General Director...

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24 Oct

H2020 NICE: Nature-based Solutions for the creation of a circular urban water cycle

by Carolina Solino
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CETIM is leading the initiative and we are working on the analysis of new absorbent materials and the implementation of mixed-culture microorganisms in real wetlands to degrade emerging pollutants present in the urban water cycle. [caption id="attachment_14815" align="aligncenter" width="617"] NICE: Innovative and enhanced Nature-based Solutions for a sustainable urban water cycle.[/caption] According to the latest weather report from the State Meteorological Agency, this summer has been the...

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24 Oct

Anacleto Rizzo: “Nature-based Solutions are blue-green infrastructures, designed to provide the same level service than grey infrastructures”

by Carolina Solino
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IRIDRA is the first Italian company specialising in Nature-based Solutions for sustainable water management and it continues to be one of the few companys in the world is able to offer this type of solution to their clients. It collaborates in the NICE project, which CETIM leads, optimising green walls for the treatment and reuse of grey water. Today we talk to his partner, Anacleto...

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24 Oct

UMI AQUATIM will optimise the management of the integrated water cycle and recover high-value resources

by Carolina Solino
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In the project we are leading at CETIM, we are developing with AQUALIA, disruptive technologies for the recovery of high-quality water and energy sources, such as hydrogen and biogas [caption id="attachment_14926" align="aligncenter" width="696"] UMI AQUATIM: Sustainable future through a circular, efficient, safe and resilient water cycle.[/caption] In recent years, drought and shortages of essential resources such as water and energy have become a cause for concern for...

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