The generation of urban waste is an inevitable consequence of human activity, with the Organic Fraction of Municipal Solid Waste (OFMSW) being the largest component of it, representing 42%. In this sense, the management of organic waste (OFMSW and sewage sludge) is becoming a major concern and, at the same time, an opportunity for Europe.

Annabel Serpico, Carla Bartolomé, Cristina González, Mar Tronch, Miriam Lorenzo, Sergio Clemente - ITENE

 

On the one hand, the development of new technologies for the recovery of materials and energy, together with the evolution of legislation, makes it possible to create economic value from organic waste, reducing dependence on other sources. On the other hand, the disposal of this waste represents a significant concern that seeks solutions to mitigate its environmental impact, making organic waste and sewage sludge ideal candidates for the implementation of bioeconomy models in cities and regions.

 

However, circular bioeconomy strategies and projects to produce innovative bio-based products are poorly implemented in Europe. Currently, due to the existence of a series of legal, administrative, regulatory, technical, and financial barriers, cities do not provide the necessary conditions for the development of these investments and projects.

 

Therefore, the HOOP project aims to create the right conditions in...READING MORE AT https://www.infopack.es/revista/323/index90.html