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16 Jun

CETIM and Aira, a key partnership to drive sustainability, digitalisation and competitiveness in the agri-food sector

by Carolina Solino
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Through the OMIPERBIO Cervera Network of Excellence, CETIM collaborates with Aira, the largest first-tier cooperative in Galicia, on industrial research into microbial proteins, phenolic compounds and other bio-based ingredients derived from a range of agro-industrial by-products. [caption id="attachment_18583" align="aligncenter" width="825"] Microbiology laboratory at CETIM.[/caption] The European agri-food ecosystem faces a range of challenges related to productivity, environmental sustainability, rising costs and the need to adopt new technologies....

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16 Jun

Lupe García: “Collaboration between industry and technology centres is essential for turning research into practical solutions with a real impact on the sector”

by Carolina Solino
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How can the agri-food sector advance towards more sustainable, efficient and future-ready models? At CETIM, we collaborate with industry to drive new solutions in areas such as sustainability, the bioeconomy and digital transformation. We discussed these topics with Lupe García, Head of Projects and Sustainability at AIRA, the Galician cooperative that operates the largest dairy cattle feed mill in Spain. AIRA was founded in 2005...

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16 Jun

CETIM leads H2020 NICE to improve the sustainable urban water cycle

by Carolina Solino
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After five years of research, the Nature-based Solutions developed, optimised and validated through the project have improved circular water management, reduced pollution and enabled the safe reuse of water resources in cities around the world. [caption id="attachment_18539" align="aligncenter" width="724"] Representatives of the NICE consortium.[/caption] Extreme weather events, droughts, water pollution, increasing urban and agricultural demand… the water sector is facing growing environmental, technological, economic and social challenges....

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16 Jun

More efficient, durable and environmentally sustainable roads and pavements through BITÚMINA

by Carolina Solino
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At CETIM, we are driving R&D in the construction sector through the development of bitumen and bituminous mixtures incorporating modified Kraft lignin, delivering enhanced technical performance while reducing environmental impact. [caption id="attachment_18641" align="aligncenter" width="648"] Testing carried out at CETIM’s Sustainable Construction Materials laboratory.[/caption] The road construction and paving sector is seeking to incorporate alternative materials with improved technical performance and lower environmental impact. At CETIM, we are...

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16 Jun

At CETIM, we apply photocatalysis for the production of green hydrogen from waste streams

by Carolina Solino
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BIOPHOTO enables the generation of energy in an efficient, sustainable and economically viable way, while simultaneously valorising residual streams from different industries, transforming an environmental challenge into a high-value resource within a circular economy model. [caption id="attachment_18525" align="aligncenter" width="762"] Photocatalysis process at CETIM’s laboratory.[/caption] Spain consumes approximately 500,000 tonnes of hydrogen each year as an industrial feedstock across a range of sectors. Most of this hydrogen is...

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16 Jun

Lignin and vegetable oils for the development of bio-based wood adhesives

by Carolina Solino
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Through SUSPENSE, CETIM contributes its expertise in the production of epoxidised compounds to investigate bio-based, recyclable and safe solutions with the potential to replace fossil-based adhesives in applications such as wood panels, insulation materials and furniture. [caption id="attachment_18545" align="aligncenter" width="840"] SUSPENSE chemical testing at CETIM.[/caption] At present, there are still significant limitations to the reuse of waste vegetable oils, which often end up being discarded. According to...

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16 Jun

CIRCULAR EXCELLENCE expands infrastructure to drive the circular economy from Galicia

by Carolina Solino
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With an investment of almost €1 million, CETIM is strengthening its scientific excellence through the acquisition of new research equipment aimed at transforming waste into high-value products for multiple industrial sectors. [caption id="attachment_18531" align="aligncenter" width="776"] Equipment acquired by CETIM through Circular Excellence.[/caption] In a context shaped by climate urgency and the need to transform production models, Circular Excellence has enhanced CETIM’s technological capabilities to develop practical solutions...

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24 Feb

At CETIM, we promote more circular, efficient, and competitive construction through the development of advanced materials

by Carolina Solino
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At HERIT4AGES, we develop and validate different technical and socially innovative solutions to improve cultural heritage in all relevant aspects: inclusivity, accessibility, resilience, sustainability, and energy efficiency. At MORFEO, we create new functional mortars and concretes from alkali-activated steel slag, using advanced tools such as Artificial Intelligence to optimize formulations and predict properties, accelerating the development of solutions adapted to different construction applications. Decarbonizing the construction...

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24 Feb

Towards more circular and intelligent construction thanks to DEMOLTECH

by Carolina Solino
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CETIM is researching disruptive technologies for the design, revaluation of materials and raw materials, demolition work, waste management, recycling, and the search for a second life for construction and demolition waste. Currently, due to the large amount of waste we produce, it is necessary to seek new technologies that improve recycling, reuse, and recovery processes. This is especially true when it comes to Construction and Demolition...

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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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