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24 Feb

CETIM researches biopesticides and technologies to increase agricultural sustainability and productivity

by Carolina Solino
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In the AURORA project, we are developing a comprehensive strategy based on the use of biopesticides and digital technologies to reduce the incidence of disease in agricultural crops, paving the way for ecological and precision agriculture. [caption id="attachment_18316" align="aligncenter" width="841"] Microbiology Laboratory at CETIM.[/caption] Population growth means that production systems must be adapted to meet high demand. This is a challenge faced by all sectors, but today...

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24 Feb

At PLASMIX-ROAD, we will transform plastic waste into new sustainable roads

by Carolina Solino
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At CETIM, we are contributing to the creation of a circular and digitally integrated value chain that transforms plastic waste into functional additives for more sustainable asphalt mixtures. [caption id="attachment_18334" align="aligncenter" width="795"] Sustainable Building Materials Laboratory at CETIM.[/caption] The production of conventional bituminous mixtures, used to build roads, depends on petroleum products, such as bitumen, and the intensive use of primary resources, with significant implications for both...

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24 Feb

NanomatIA: Nanomaterials, biotechnology, and Artificial Intelligence for more efficient and sustainable batteries

by Carolina Solino
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CETIM is the scientific coordinator of the project, in which we will investigate different mechanical, chemical, and biotechnological technologies for the search and treatment of lignin- and cellulose-based nanomaterials that can be applied to various elements of electrochemical cells to improve their functional, environmental, and economic properties. [caption id="attachment_18312" align="aligncenter" width="820"] Energy Storage Materials Laboratory at CETIM.[/caption] With the growth in demand for electric vehicles and the...

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26 Jan

CORAL: Additive manufacturing of sustainable biomimetic reefs for coastal ecosystem conservation

by Carolina Solino
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At CETIM, we are researching new concepts for artificial reefs for coastal regeneration and environmental preservation, offering an integrated, flexible and sustainable solution to mitigate the effects of climate change and its impact on the ocean environment. [caption id="attachment_18200" align="aligncenter" width="603"] Concept of the CORAL project.[/caption] CORAL project proposes innovative nature-based solutions through the production of sustainable artificial reefs made from industrial waste and designed with bio-inspired...

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31 Oct

R3POWER brings together the renewable energy value chain to promote the circular economy in wind farms

by Carolina Solino
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CETIM, together with Norvento, is leading the TransMisiones project, in which eight companies and four research organisations are seeking solutions for the sustainable repowering of wind farms through strategies for the reuse, recycling and revaluation of components and materials, minimising the environmental and economic impact of the sector . [caption id="attachment_17982" align="aligncenter" width="650"] R3POWER consortium meeting at CETIM.[/caption] At CETIM, together with Norvento Enerxía, we are leading...

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31 Oct

Adrián Capelán: “It is at this frontier, between engineering and applied science, that the advances that keep Spain at the forefront of renewable energy are emerging”

by Carolina Solino
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The renewable energy sector has become a key pillar of the global energy transition towards a more sustainable and emission-free model. This sector is also facing several challenges, and today we learn how Norvento is seeking solutions to these challenges through R&D projects, such as R3POWER, which they are leading with the scientific support of CETIM. Below, Adrián Capelán, Director of Technology at Norvento TECHnPower,...

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31 Oct

The electric cars of the future will be more efficient and sustainable thanks to UMI VOLTA

by Carolina Solino
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The strategic collaboration between Ferroglobe and CETIM has made it possible to optimise the processes for obtaining silicon and biocarbons with excellent results for lithium-ion batteries, significantly improving both their capacity and useful life. [caption id="attachment_18006" align="aligncenter" width="644"] Speakers at the final event of UMI VOLTA.[/caption] UMI VOLTA project came to an end last September, when a final event was held to present the excellent results of...

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31 Oct

At SUSPENSE, we will develop safe and sustainable bio-based wood adhesives

by Carolina Solino
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At CETIM, we are participating in the search for sustainable alternatives to conventional fossil-based compounds used in the wood sector to improve the circularity of sectors such as construction, packaging and real estate, among others. [caption id="attachment_17976" align="aligncenter" width="653"] Advanced Materials Team and CETIM European Projects Office at the SUSPENSE Kick Off.[/caption] Historically, fossil-based adhesives have been used in sectors such as construction, packaging and the furniture...

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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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31 Oct

At CETIM, we reaffirm our commitment to the circular economy to tackle climate change

by Carolina Solino
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For more than a decade, we have been investing in talent and cutting-edge scientific equipment to offer innovative and sustainable solutions to industry thanks to public-private partnerships and initiatives such as Circular Excellence, through which we are strengthening our research excellence and expanding our infrastructure. [caption id="attachment_18019" align="aligncenter" width="643"] Pyrolyser coupled to a gas chromatograph with mass spectrometry detection.[/caption] Climate change has devastating effects on the environment...

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