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Carbon8 Systems specializes in the treatment of industrial waste through innovative carbon sequestration services. The company employs a technology that utilizes carbon dioxide to convert industrial waste into reusable materials, primarily targeting the construction sector, or offers more economical disposal options. This approach not only accelerates waste treatment processes but also diverts hazardous materials from landfills, thereby helping to curb carbon dioxide emissions. By capturing emissions directly from manufacturing processes, Carbon8 enables clients to transform waste into sustainable revenue streams, contributing to environmental protection and reducing reliance on finite carbon-based resources.

Aerosint, established in 2016 and headquartered in Liège, Belgium, specializes in the research and development of innovative additive manufacturing processes. The company's core project focuses on creating a zero-waste polymers powder bed 3D printing process. Aerosint's unique selective powder recoating technology enables multimaterial printing by selectively depositing fine powder voxels line by line, reducing waste and lowering costs, particularly for high-performance polymers.

Continued is a platform designed to promote circular fashion by enabling brands to facilitate the take-back and resale of products multiple times. The company aims to drive systemic change within the fashion industry by recirculating clothing, offering a comprehensive solution that includes logistics, software, and a full-service resale application. Continued addresses the complexities associated with the resale process, allowing fashion brands to effectively manage the take-back, rental, and resale of their products. By doing so, Continued supports brands in exploring new business opportunities within the circular economy while enhancing their current operational strategies.

Wimao is passionate about ecological composites. Their operations are based on patented technology. They work to promote a circular economy and to find new ways of utilizing recycled raw materials and industrial side streams. Their company was established in 2016 to commercialize the patented production technology. In 2018, after careful product and process development, their first production plant became operational in the Kukkuroinmäki area in Lappeenranta, where they also work in close collaboration with (waste management company) Etelä-Karjalan Jätehuolto Oy.

Ecomet Refining engaged in recovery and the refining of precious metals content in industrial and goldsmith waste. For achieve the highest levels of competitiveness, we have recently improved our company with a unique ecological technology in Italy. The acronym Ecomet means, in fact, “Ecology Metals” and wants to underline the company’s determination in research of ecological and economically sustainable industrial processes to extract precious metals from waste in general.

PackBenefit is a European company that specializes in high-performance fiber-based food packaging. It designs and manufactures recyclable and compostable cellulose trays, catering to the commercial food industry, including fresh food and food-to-go markets. The company offers a variety of products, such as trays, films, and sealers, all produced using its patented thermoforming-coating production process. By focusing on ecological packaging solutions, PackBenefit provides clients with viable alternatives to traditional plastic packaging, promoting sustainability in the food sector.

Specialised in land resource development and Eco Industrial Parks, organisation sustainability, production and value chains, waste management and alternative energy systems, Sofies offers a set of professional skills to public and private stakeholders allowing for sustainable economic growth.

AYALA Water & Ecology is a company of sustainability experts, specializing in the creation of long lasting ecological systems using natural elements to cure man-made environmental problems. They offers a thorough set of sustainable planning and practical tools that address and solve aspects of purification, recycling and conservation of water, soils and air. Their focus is on a holistic planning approach using natural elements as much as possible, reducing dependence on human maintenance and non-renewable energy.

MDF Recovery Ltd, established in 2009 and based in Beaumaris, United Kingdom, operates a recycling facility focused on recovering wood fibers from waste medium-density fibreboard (MDF). MDF is an engineered wood product made from refined wood fibers mixed with resin and wax, commonly used in furniture production and construction. The company's innovative processing technology efficiently extracts usable wood fibers from discarded MDF, off-cuts, and other waste materials. This approach not only helps in generating a new source of secondary material for the wood fiber industry but also enhances resource efficiency within the supply chain. By facilitating the recycling of MDF, MDF Recovery Ltd contributes to sustainable practices in the wood products sector.

Feltwood is a Spanish start-up focused on manufacturing ecological industrial materials as sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics. The company has developed a unique process that transforms agricultural waste into low-cost, biodegradable, mouldable, and recyclable materials. These innovative products are toxic-free and utilize vegetable and biodegradable fibers, offering strength and durability comparable to wood. By providing these environmentally friendly materials, Feltwood enables businesses to replace plastics and wood in various applications, contributing to a more sustainable future.

UBQ Materials specializes in converting mixed household waste into a sustainable composite material that serves as a substitute for oil-based plastics. By employing innovative technology, the company transforms heterogeneous waste into a consistent thermoplastic material, enabling manufacturers to adopt a more sustainable approach to production. This process not only diverts waste from landfills but also significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Through its product, UBQ™ , the company supports corporate clients in minimizing their reliance on finite natural resources and aids in lowering their overall carbon footprint.

Saperatec, founded in December 2010, is based in Bielefeld, where it operates comprehensive production facilities focused on the separation of bonded and coated materials. The company specializes in recycling technology that enables the processing of multi-layer materials into secondary raw materials. Utilizing both physical and chemical principles, Saperatec's innovative technology enhances the conversion of waste into recyclable materials, providing valuable recycling alternatives for various products. Additionally, the facility includes a laboratory dedicated to exploring and developing new technologies, further advancing the company's capabilities in the recycling sector.

BAT’IPAC is a French company whose vision is to create a construction business good for economy, ecology and society. Their core and innovative product, the IPAC, satisfies precisely the core values of their company. IPAC is a lightweight construction material made of recycled corrugated cardboard sheets presenting exceptional thermal, acoustic and structural properties allowing it to be used for wall/floor/roof construction and insulation.

Tracegrow is a Finnish cleantech company focused on the circular economy, specializing in the extraction and purification of vital trace elements, specifically Zinc and Manganese, from alkaline batteries. This innovative technology enables the safe reuse of these micronutrients, creating ecological fertilizers for agricultural applications. By transforming waste materials into valuable resources, Tracegrow addresses two critical global issues: the environmental concerns associated with battery disposal and the micronutrient deficiencies in farmland. The company's approach promotes sustainable practices by minimizing the exploitation of the planet's limited resources, positioning Tracegrow as a leader in the development of environmentally friendly solutions for farming and industry.

Xzero is a Swedish company that has spent 20 years in R&D for a new technology for process water in the micro- and nanoelectronics industries. The basic idea is to recycle the water from waste water into Ultrapure Water. The most recent challenge has been to remove nanoparticles in order to make sure these are not spread in the environment and not enter the Ultrapure Water used in cleaning of the nanoelectronics. Third party tests done by The Royal Institute of Technology and Swedish Environmental Research Institute (Sweden), Clarkson University (US), Manta Inc(US) and Anton Paar (Austria) have confirmed that Xzero technology is more efficient than existing technologies in removing nanoparticles from water. In January 2015, Xzero started to industrialize the technology in co-operation with researchers at the Royal Institute of technology in Stockholm, Sweden and at the leading European organization for microelectronics development – imec in Leuven, Belgium. Testing of the first full scale prototype of the industrialized equipment commenced in August 2016 and final industrialized equipment is slotted to be delivered to imec during the first half of 2019. In order to complement the researchers already working on the project, Xzero is recruiting experienced and professional engineers for the industrialization work and experienced sales people for tha marketing. In the commercialization phaseXzero will continue working with imec. Imec has offices in Belgium, the Netherlands, Taiwan, USA, China, India and Japan and a staff of about 2,400 people including several hundred of industrial residents from leading international nanoelectronics companies. Through imec we will be able to reach the largest part of Xzero’s future customers.

Candam is focused on creating innovative technology for the waste management sector, particularly in Europe. The company has developed a patented Smart Ring technology that utilizes acoustic techniques and artificial intelligence algorithms to identify various types of packaging materials in real time. This system aims to enhance waste collection processes, increase recycling rates, and support the circular economy by providing efficient waste management solutions. By implementing its technological platform, Candam seeks to address challenges associated with waste production and improve access to waste management systems, particularly in urban areas dealing with specific waste categories such as pharmaceuticals.

Eco ice is supplying cost-effective and environmentally friendly refrigeration solutions for a variety of cooling applications. In addition to the use of waste heat for cooling through the innovative absorption refrigerator (AKM), Eco also exploits the available LNG temperature level by "recycling the coldness" at -40 to -50 ° C (regasification). In addition to savings in electricity costs, the use of the future-oriented solutions from Eco ice also achieves a drastic reduction in CO2 emissions, making large amounts of the coldness contained in the LNG useful. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in Borna, Sachsen.

VisBlue is a private company focused on the production and development of vanadium-based redox flow battery systems. Their technology allows for the independent scaling of electrical power and storage capacity, making it suitable for residential homes and small to medium-sized enterprises. VisBlue aims to enhance the utilization of solar and renewable energy systems by providing solutions that enable effective energy storage. The company's batteries are designed with sustainability in mind, incorporating recyclable materials that facilitate responsible end-of-life disposal. With expertise in battery development, power electronics, and market adaptation, VisBlue is committed to meeting the energy storage needs of housing associations, self-governing institutions, and municipalities.

APR2, established in 2002, specializes in the collection and recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The company addresses the significant challenge posed by large volumes of plastic waste from discarded monitors, printers, and computers, which traditionally faced disposal through burial or incineration. To combat the environmental impact of such waste, APR2 has invested heavily in research and development to create advanced industrial sorting and recycling solutions. Through its innovative platform, APR2 focuses on the recovery, processing, and reuse of industrial plastic and electronic waste, promoting sustainable practices among industry players and encouraging the use of recycled materials. This approach not only helps reduce raw material consumption but also supports a broader commitment to eco-design and sustainable development.

Softcar is a manufacturer of battery electric vehicles focused on minimizing the environmental impact of automobiles. The company employs a novel vehicle architecture that emphasizes the use of biopolymer materials and advanced composites, enabling the production of lightweight and hyper-maneuverable cars suited for urban environments. By adopting a circular economy approach, Softcar recycles components and remelts them into similar pieces, thereby reducing the overall number of components in each vehicle. This innovative manufacturing process not only enhances the vehicles' agility but also contributes to a reduction in carbon footprints for customers, aligning with contemporary sustainability goals.

Act&Sorb is a recycling services company based in Houthalen-Helchteren, Belgium, established in 2016. It specializes in converting non-recyclable waste, particularly Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), into valuable resources through a unique pyrolysis technology. This process transforms MDF waste into high-value activated carbon, contributing to environmental sustainability by promoting cleaner air, water, and soil. Act&Sorb aims to provide innovative recycling solutions for challenging waste streams, effectively turning waste from one industry into raw materials for another. By focusing on developing sustainable practices, Act&Sorb offers a promising approach to managing waste while addressing the growing concerns of pollution and resource scarcity.

reNEW Technologies is a company that transforms biosolids into valuable products. It uses a patented two-step process to ferment and extract volatile fatty acids (VFA) and nutrients (NPK) from biosolids. The VFA is used to produce acetic acid, a key ingredient in cleaning agents, while the NPK forms a liquid fertilizer rich in humic acid. This process not only recovers useful products but also reduces the volume of biosolids by nearly half. Incubated within UTB Envirotec, a global wastewater and biosolids treatment engineering firm, reNEW Technologies was established in 2015 to commercialize this innovative technology. It operates as a private company, with locations in the UK and Hungary.

UTB Envirotec Zrt is a clean technology company that provides consulting, engineering, contracting and operations services to its municipal and industrial clients. It provides solutions that allow our clients to reduce, recover, renew and recycle their wastewater and organic solids to clean water, renewable energy and nutrients.

GreenSpense Ltd. is an innovative company based in Haifa, Israel, dedicated to developing dual-compartment packaging components for propellant-free aerosols. Founded in 2011, the company has created a unique dispensing technology that eliminates the need for pressurized gases and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), allowing for the use of recyclable materials such as plastic and cardboard. This eco-friendly solution provides businesses across various sectors, including personal care, home care, healthcare, food, and technical industries, with customizable packaging that supports smooth and continuous dispensing. After extensive research and development, GreenSpense successfully launched its technology in 2017, enabling the production of aerosol cans with a lower carbon footprint and facilitating easy integration into existing filling lines. The company was established by experienced entrepreneurs and is supported by a consortium of private and venture capital investors.

Aurelius Environmental is a battery recycling company. All types of Batteries are accepted in any quantities and either on a contractual or spot price basis. Besides offering very competitive rates for your unwanted batteries, Aurelius is developing a radical, green way of recycling batteries in conjunction with Cambridge University. In partnership with Cambridge University, Aurelius is developing a radical new process to recycle lead acid batteries. This process typifies the Aurelius approach – a cleaner, better process that benefits the community, harnesses hazardous waste as a raw material, does not require large inputs of energy and produces cleaner, purer chemical products for re-use.

Environmental Technology Evolution is focused on generating and licencing proprietary technology through novel R&D in the field of plastics recycling. The company aims to continue to lead the industry by developing and commercializing a much improved version of their already multi-award winning Ecosheet (the previous generation of proposed product). Ecosheet-PRO will meet the construction industry’s need for an environmentally friendly alternative to plywood. The ability to be recycled at end of life makes Ecosheet-PRO unique. Ecosheet was formed in January 2007 with the express purpose of manufacturing industrial products from recovered waste plastics.

BiotaTec specializes in developing nature-based bioleaching technology that offers an environmentally friendly and cost-effective approach to extracting metals and producing methane gas from low-grade ores. The company is notable for being the first in Estonia to win a public procurement for a research and development project focused on the bioleaching of Graptolite-Argillite, a significant achievement since the country regained independence in 1991. BiotaTec's solutions are designed for mining, metallurgy, recycling, and energy sectors, enabling clients to efficiently recover critical raw materials from various sources, including waste, end-of-life magnets, electronic waste, and tailings. The company's technology is characterized by low energy requirements and small or negative greenhouse gas emissions, supporting the transition to renewable energy while minimizing environmental impacts.

Garbo is a company which operates primarily in the photovoltaic industry. Its mission is focused on regenerating the secondary raw materials to be used in the production of silicon-based solar cells. Garbo salvages precious materials which are lost during the cutting of silicon wafers and turns them into photovoltaic cells for solar panels. The recycling technologies and processes developed by Garbo are the result of considerable and constant investment in research development which have allowed us to be consistently one step ahead of its competitors and leaders in innovation. The regeneration of high added value raw materials means above all that the concept of sustainable development becomes a day-by-day reality. By extending the product lifecycle, the consumption of raw materials is reduced and less waste is produced.

Composite Recycling Ltd has developed an innovative and commercially viable approach to recycling whole tyres, utilizing molten zinc at 450 °C to recover valuable materials such as pyrolysis oil, carbon black, and steel through a sink-float separation method. This process significantly reduces both capital and operating costs compared to traditional rotary kiln techniques, which require tyres to be shredded prior to recycling. In addition to tyres, the company’s patented and scalable technology can chemically recycle plastics into synthetic oil and effectively handle other non-recyclable materials, including glass fiber plastic composites and lithium-ion batteries. By concentrating metals present in printed circuit boards within their separation chamber, Composite Recycling enables clients to recover critical and special metals, enhancing the overall efficiency and sustainability of the recycling process.

Monolithos manufactures and recycles automotive catalysts and diesel particulate filters (DPFs). MONOLITHOS has a fifteen year experience in gathering and pre-processing of spent catalytic converters. Nowadays, MONOLITHOS possesses a cost-effective logistics optimized collection network covering the whole Greek territory, islands included. For the purposes of pre-processing the automotive spent catalytic converters, after their storing and sorting (ceramic - metallic), MONOLITHOS acquired a de-canning facility with capability of treating 40.000 converters per year. MONOLITHOS also manufactures new Direct-fit Automotive Catalysts for all vehicle makes and models for the Aftermarket. The Direct-fit catalytic converters use either ceramic honeycomb or high flow metallic substrate and are available with 2 years or 80.000 warranty and EU homologation.

Urban Gold specializes in metallurgy and the recycling industry with the background of established and international high-tech companies. The company's focus is on technological innovation and economic conditions. Urban Gold partners with established and globally operating companies in the field of engineering and plant construction

PPP Group creates a ‘ReTyre’ process for purification and valorisation of carbon black from ELT pyrolysis. ReTyre provides a sustainable and financially attractive ELT management solution and prevents pollution from the production of carbon black for burning. The objective of this feasibility study is to develop our business model for successful commercialisation of ReTyre.

Giunko is an IT startup specialized in the development of cloud-based solutions addressed to the mobile and web world. Field of action: smartcity platform for circular economy and recycling. We design and develop complex architectures and distributed systems based on cutting-edge technologies aimed at process innovation and the quality of the user experience. We aggregate, process, and process large amounts of data to best enhance them in competitive scenarios.

ZaaK Technologies is a start-up focused on recycling industrial waste, specifically converting fly ash from coal-fired power plants into high-value products for the building and construction industry. Utilizing patented clean technologies, ZaaK has developed a unique process to transform fly ash into lightweight engineered sand, known as Smart Sand. This innovative material is designed to be eco-friendly, non-toxic, and reusable, providing sustainable solutions that enhance the energy efficiency of buildings and contribute to the development of smart cities. By managing and treating industrial waste, ZaaK aims to deliver commercial products that are both environmentally responsible and beneficial for construction applications.

Ecoplen Sustainable Innovations is the first company in the world to use no less than 70% of post-consumer recycled polyethylene for the manufacture of plastic tanks of 5, 10, 20 and 25 liters. It can count on the exclusive use of RILENE ®, a resin obtained from a meticulous selection of plastic waste thanks to an innovative processing system and an unprecedented recipe serving the Green Economy. RILENE ®, obtained through the transformation of post-consumer plastics waste, thus guarantees environmental sustainability and the creation of quality plastic products (jerry cans, containers, bottles, packaging, etc) with respect for the environment and of nature. The use of German technology in the blowing of plastic materials and the adoption of the multilayer technique confer to the obtained tanks, new mechanical and aesthetic capabilities compared to the traditional cans manufactured in monolayer and with conventional material. Moreover, the plastic cans have obtained the ADR homologation from the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructures, for the transport of dangerous goods. A great result for innovation and sustainability in the field of plastic production. Eco-sustainability, mechanical performance, and aesthetic appeal make Ecoplen cans a unique and unrepeatable company in the production of high-density polyethylene materials.

SUSTEC was founded 2013 in Austria to provide technology solutions for acid regeneration plants and pickling lines. Since 2013 SUSTEC was involved in the design, technological management and commissioning activities for projects with Arcelor Mittal Poland, China Steel Group, Corbion Spain, Ternium Mexico and Uganda Roofing Mills on behalf of Tenova Group. SUSTEC is focusing on green technologies to reduce the environmental impact of existing technologies. Company’s success is based on lowering the operating costs and increasing the profitability for our customers. SUSTEC’s REGMAX process is a new regeneration technology for mixed acids from stainless steel pickling process. With this new technology, we provide our customers the most advanced solution on the market.

Leitner Technologies s.r.o is company that has many years experience in manufacturing and reconstructing of many industrial objects in the chemical and food industry as well as in constructions of industrial and logistics parks, including development of plastic to oil recycling technologies. Its owner Peter Leitner founded the company Leitner Technologies s.r.o in 2003. Steel constructions were the top of its most popular works. Henkel Slovakia s.r.o and Palma-Tumys a.s used to be one of the mayor customers for Leitner Technologies. In the past the company’s management enhance its focus also on international markets. For example our partners, in European Union are Dematic KG&Co., Company PORR Gmbh Oesterreich and Henkel CEE Wien. In Poland there are companies Cargill and Piecbud. And in Ukraine we were working with companies TOV FCA Ukraine and Henkel Kiev. Currently the main company’s focus is recycling of plastic waste into plastic oil. Company has discontinued all other operations and focused primarily on this project. Company has many years experience with technologies all around the world for recycling of plastics.

Advanced Sports Installations is a Europe based company specializing in the installation of sports surfaces and equipment. The company has over 25 years of experience in the industry and are well known for our high quality work throughout Europe. ARENA Concept is the first, on-site recycling solution, that enables used artificial turf to be reused in an economically sustainable way. It covers the whole recycling process from the removal of used artificial turf with special machinery to reuse materials based on each client’s requirements. Materials can be separated, purified, dried, recycled and reused, and finally we can install new turf if required. ARENA enables 100% of materials to be reused in new sports fields or as recycled raw materials in other industries (plastic production etc).

UTB Envirotec Zrt is a clean technology company that provides consulting, engineering, contracting and operations services to its municipal and industrial clients. It provides solutions that allow our clients to reduce, recover, renew and recycle their wastewater and organic solids to clean water, renewable energy and nutrients.

Eco ice is supplying cost-effective and environmentally friendly refrigeration solutions for a variety of cooling applications. In addition to the use of waste heat for cooling through the innovative absorption refrigerator (AKM), Eco also exploits the available LNG temperature level by "recycling the coldness" at -40 to -50 ° C (regasification). In addition to savings in electricity costs, the use of the future-oriented solutions from Eco ice also achieves a drastic reduction in CO2 emissions, making large amounts of the coldness contained in the LNG useful. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in Borna, Sachsen.

Picvisa is an innovating technology company that provides industrial solutions based on image processing and machine vision to the national and international markets. The company defines, develops, and produces selection and sorting equipment for recycling materials. Its machines can select and sort these materials by composition or by color and are based on its own image processing software that is specific for each application. Its high-resolution machine vision systems, together with well-defined illumination systems, provide reliable and efficient solutions with high performance levels that overcome traditional equipment. Picvisa is on a mission to provide the market with specific image processing solutions for material classification. At the same time, to detect our customers’ needs and to provide them with adapted solutions, giving them warranties of a productive, efficient and sustainable process.

Susteen Technologies specializes in converting waste biomass into sustainable energy and resources, including syngas, bio-oil, and biochar. The company employs thermo-catalytic reforming technology, which encompasses thermal drying, decomposition, catalytic reforming, and product treatment. This innovative approach processes various organic waste types, such as fermentation residues, agricultural and forestry residues, industrial biomass, and municipal organic wastes. By focusing on sustainable energy production, Susteen Technologies aims to provide clean energy solutions while minimizing environmental pollution.

Ucomposites is a prominent manufacturer specializing in advanced composites and glass fiber technology. Established in 2008 in Copenhagen, Denmark, the company focuses on developing high-performance fibers that enhance acoustics, thermal properties, lightweight construction, and strength. Ucomposites distinguishes itself by utilizing top-quality raw materials and innovative fiber processing techniques, resulting in engineered products that meet specific client requirements. The company is also pioneering recycling methods for composites and glass fibers, which improves heat resistance and increases durability. By upcycling fibers to a virgin quality, Ucomposites serves key industries such as automotive, construction, and oil and gas, aiming to become a leading partner in these sectors and to redefine industry standards.

Ifoodbag is a Swedish company developing a sustainable, passive cooling bag for transporting chilled and frozen goods. The bag, made from a composite paper material, is reusable, recyclable, and plastic-free. It consists of two moisture protection barriers and an insulating middle layer, maintaining the cold chain without the need for refrigerated trucks, making it an eco-friendly and cost-efficient solution for last-mile deliveries in online grocery services.

IRIS develops plasma technology applications to liquid and solid waste treatment. IRIS patent pending solutions improve technical and economic efficiency of small scale - on site treatments enabling no waste or zero carbon footprint processes. The company also develops smart self adaptive solutions for the efficient exploitation of laser processes: cutting, welding, direct metal deposition. The focus is on process set up, characterization and validation vs. performance target and green labeling. Additionally, it supports partner companies in developing applications based on the use of laser and plasma technologies through all project phases: idea definition, fund raising, benchmark, R&D programs, engineering, partners search, exploitation of research results. IRIS specializes in process definition and characterization against performance indicators on production time reduction, cost savings and energy & resource efficiency of next generation Additive Manufacturing machines.

Air Clean is a specialized company in environmental rehabilitation of air, water, and waste treatment. With its thirty-years experience, Air Clean operates worldwide in the area of complete air treatment plants installations.

Petra Polimeri develop activities in the field of Polyethylene terephthalate selection and recycling, mainly for food applications. The company has developed an innovative technology able to recover the secondary fractions of PET recycling, 15 % of the recycled product, which up to now have been no recyclable and send to incineration or landfill. We have designed a multilayered R-PET sheet structure, HORTAPPET, having the outer layers made with a co-polyester with a glass transition greater than 95 ºC, and a central layer of R-PET (secondary fractions) thermoplastic material.

Loowatt is a company that specializes in waterless flush toilets and innovative sanitation solutions aimed at enhancing public health and environmental sustainability. Its patented technology offers a high-quality, waterless flushing system that effectively contains odor and minimizes disease transmission without relying on limited water resources. Loowatt's toilets are designed for various settings, including homes and temporary installations, and utilize a self-contained waste collection system. This system processes human waste in an anaerobic digester to produce biogas and fertilizer, making it particularly beneficial in water-scarce and rural areas. The company promotes a closed-loop sanitation model, ensuring hygienic waste transport to treatment facilities and facilitating resource recovery. By collaborating with local partners, Loowatt aims to deliver effective sanitation solutions that align with the Sustainable Development Goals and improve the overall well-being of communities.

CADEL DEINKING is a technological development company created with the aim of implementing plastic recyclers and converting companies in an innovative plastic recycling process, through which it is possible to eliminate printed ink on plastic surfaces. The technology, developed by CADEL DEINKING , allows for the first time to eliminate the ink from the plastic before its recycling to obtain a product with a quality very similar to virgin plastic. This allows to use it in the same applications as a new material. It is a unique technology in the world, whose patent has been extended to more than 20 countries. CADEL DEINKING has a demonstration plant in San Vicente del Raspeig (Alicante) that allows to carry out all the steps of the process on an industrial scale. CADEL DEINKING demonstrates in its facilities the feasibility of the process technique before the companies interested in arranging the technology, mainly large film printers and recyclers. The tests carried out at the CADEL DEINKING deinking plant with the client material are a key step before licensing the technology and developing the engineering at the client's facilities. The companies that choose to install a de-inking plant in their facilities will increase their competitiveness, since they will offer their customers a recycled material of very high quality. CADEL DEINKING shares the efforts of industries to improve the quality of products with increasingly sustainable processes and methods.

Greene Waste to Energy SL specializes in recycling both industrial and non-industrial waste, including solid waste, plastic, and non-biodegradable materials. Established in 2011 and located in Alicante, Spain, the company focuses on developing innovative gasification technology for energy recovery from biomass and organic waste. Greene Waste to Energy SL designs, manufactures, installs, and commissions gasification plants, generating renewable energy in the form of electricity and heat. Additionally, the company offers gasification services for various materials, such as sludge, biomass, solid waste, and used tires, while also producing valuable byproducts like biomass, methanol, and hydrocarbons.

Hydroline Oy, founded in 1960 and based in Siilinjärvi, Finland, specializes in designing and manufacturing hydraulic cylinders. The company offers a range of products equipped with automated and customized features, including advanced coating technology, common rail hydraulics, and integrated control systems. Hydroline's product portfolio caters to various sectors such as automotive manufacturing, mining, agriculture, construction, forestry, recycling, and energy, providing solutions for both operators and manufacturers. Additionally, Hydroline offers a comprehensive suite of services, including research and development, remanufacturing of hydraulic cylinders, maintenance solutions, and training for operators. Their focus on heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders and life cycle services positions them as a reliable partner for clients requiring robust solutions for mobile machinery and equipment.

Virtus Projects Limited (also known as Blockwalls) supplies "Concrete Lego Blocks" in UK. The company pride itself as being the number one choice of SMEs and corporations for innovative ideas and exceptional customer service. Our interlocking concrete Lego Blocks can be used to form aggregate segregation bays for waste separation or for recycling waste in transfer depots. They can also be used in civil engineering projects such as, retaining walls, temporary works, piling mats, permanent formwork, flood or sea defences. They have many more interesting applications and have been deployed to solve problems on large projects such as the Crossrail. Blockwall’s products are not only manufactured in different sizes but also specifically designed to cater to a variety of applications. Our team of experts establish the needs of the market and have designed high strength concrete to be used for the blocks.

Advanced Sports Installations is a Europe based company specializing in the installation of sports surfaces and equipment. The company has over 25 years of experience in the industry and are well known for our high quality work throughout Europe. ARENA Concept is the first, on-site recycling solution, that enables used artificial turf to be reused in an economically sustainable way. It covers the whole recycling process from the removal of used artificial turf with special machinery to reuse materials based on each client’s requirements. Materials can be separated, purified, dried, recycled and reused, and finally we can install new turf if required. ARENA enables 100% of materials to be reused in new sports fields or as recycled raw materials in other industries (plastic production etc).

ZenRobotics Ltd., established in 2007 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in AI and robotics-based recycling systems. The company's flagship product, ZenRobotics Recycler, is a robotic waste sorting system that separates raw materials from various waste streams, including commercial, industrial, municipal solid, and construction waste. This system, the world's first of its kind, uses AI to accurately identify and sort waste fractions, increasing efficiency and reducing costs. ZenRobotics markets its solutions globally through a reseller network.

ECOALF is an SME that design and market high quality textile products and accessories made of recycled materials. The brand offers a conscious alternative with no compromise. Perhaps most importantly, it provides a practical demonstration that there is absolutely no need to continue depleting the Earth’s natural resources for the sake of production. ECOALF was created by Javier Goyeneche in 2012.

Organic Waste Systems (OWS) is a Belgian private company focused on the construction and operation of anaerobic digestion plants, as well as providing waste management consultancy. The company specializes in lab and consulting services that include biodegradation and toxicity testing of materials, offering assessments of biodegradability and compostability under controlled conditions. OWS also provides expertise in waste composition, waste separation, recycling, and integrated waste management, assisting both public and private sectors in navigating relevant legislation and improving waste management practices. Through its diverse services, OWS aims to promote sustainable waste solutions and enhance the understanding of material degradation in various environments.

Composite Recycling Ltd has developed an innovative and commercially viable approach to recycling whole tyres, utilizing molten zinc at 450 °C to recover valuable materials such as pyrolysis oil, carbon black, and steel through a sink-float separation method. This process significantly reduces both capital and operating costs compared to traditional rotary kiln techniques, which require tyres to be shredded prior to recycling. In addition to tyres, the company’s patented and scalable technology can chemically recycle plastics into synthetic oil and effectively handle other non-recyclable materials, including glass fiber plastic composites and lithium-ion batteries. By concentrating metals present in printed circuit boards within their separation chamber, Composite Recycling enables clients to recover critical and special metals, enhancing the overall efficiency and sustainability of the recycling process.

Recycling Technologies Limited, founded in 2011 and based in Swindon, United Kingdom, specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative recycling systems for plastic waste. The company's flagship product, the RT7000, is a compact, modular machine designed to convert mixed plastic waste into Plaxx®, a low-sulphur hydrocarbon that serves as a valuable chemical feedstock for new plastic production. This technology can be integrated into existing waste management facilities, enhancing their recycling capabilities and providing an alternative to traditional disposal methods such as landfilling and incineration. Recycling Technologies aims to support clients in their efforts to promote sustainability and create a circular economy for plastics by transforming waste into a resource.

Environmental Technology Evolution is focused on generating and licencing proprietary technology through novel R&D in the field of plastics recycling. The company aims to continue to lead the industry by developing and commercializing a much improved version of their already multi-award winning Ecosheet (the previous generation of proposed product). Ecosheet-PRO will meet the construction industry’s need for an environmentally friendly alternative to plywood. The ability to be recycled at end of life makes Ecosheet-PRO unique. Ecosheet was formed in January 2007 with the express purpose of manufacturing industrial products from recovered waste plastics.

RePack is a company based in Helsinki, Finland, that specializes in manufacturing reusable and recyclable packaging solutions for online retailers and shoppers. Founded in 2013, RePack offers durable packaging bags made from materials such as polypropylene, polyethylene, and cardboard, which can be conveniently returned for recycling. The innovative system encourages customers to participate in sustainability efforts by rewarding them with vouchers for future purchases when they return the packaging. This model not only enhances the customer experience but also aims to reduce waste and carbon emissions. RePack's packaging is designed to be folded into a letter-sized format for easy return via local postal systems, making it a practical option for eCommerce businesses looking to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability.

Phenix Technologies is a French company that offers innovative recycling solutions for your rubber scraps. With rubber grinding machines and a devulcanization unit inside its premises, as well as a fully equipped scientific laboratory, Phenix Technologies team works everyday on finding energy and cost efficient recycling solutions that meet industrials expectations. The core business of Phenix Technologies is the development of innovative solutions for the recycling of end-of-life rubber and production waste. Phenix-Technologies has developed and patented several machines for grinding, micronizing, but also pneumatic conveying and granulometric separation. Phenix Technologies is a Horizon 2020 SME Instrument Phase 2 winner for its project "Devulc". Devulc is a novel recycling technology based on a cost-effective devulcanization process which uses supercritical CO2 instead of solvents banned by the REACH directive. For most applications, supercritical CO2 is not even required. The Devulc products are of good quality and suitable for reuse as second-hand raw materials.

Ductor is a Finnish biotechnology company specializing in the sustainable production of ammonia and phosphates from recycled materials. The company has developed proprietary technology that can be integrated into various applications, including algae farming, to provide essential nutrients and renewable energy. Ductor aims to address critical challenges such as climate change, increasing food demand, and waste accumulation by offering organic fertilizers and renewable energy derived from biogas. The company has recently achieved a strategic milestone by commencing industrial-scale production, with its first implementation set to enhance the economics of existing biogas production facilities. This innovative approach supports farmers and food producers in maintaining healthy soils and adopting ecological farming practices.

John Pointon & Sons is a UK-based company specializing in waste disposal, recycling, and environmental solutions focused on animal by-products and food waste. Founded in 1958 by John Pointon with a single vehicle for transporting butcher waste, the business evolved significantly over the years. In 1977, the Pointon family expanded operations by acquiring a rendering plant in Staffordshire, which allowed them to process animal by-products into high-quality fats, oils, processed animal proteins, and biomass fuels. The company serves a diverse clientele, including butchers, slaughterhouses, supermarkets, and food processors, providing services such as by-product collection, food waste management, burial excavation, and the production of biodiesel ingredients and renewable fuels. Through its sustainable waste disposal solutions, John Pointon & Sons helps clients reduce their carbon footprint while effectively managing their waste.

Crapper & Sons Landfill operates in recycling, waste management, supply of recycled aggregates, landfill and groundworks. Its main aim as a company is to divert materials from being Landfill by producing recycled aggregates. The company is an independent family-owned business. The company has come a long way since it started in a small quarry in West Oxfordshire over 40 years ago. It passionately care about the environment and strives to minimize its impacts on it by working to our permit provided by the Environment Agency, ensuring that we restore all of its land for future benefit.

RUBBER PRODUCTS Ltd. is an innovative, environmentally-oriented company developing new technologies and products for rubber recycling and manufacturing industries. Rubber Products LTD team turns rubber recycling into a commercially viable and environmentally clean process. The company's innovative and experienced management team ensures sustainability and viability of the project.

Prefarails is a produces embedded rail systems, where rails are isolated with a complete packing made of recycled carand truck tyres. From its engineering & production site South-east of Brussels, Prefarails constantly develops and improves technologies since 1998.

James Robinson Fibres is an independent manufacturer, stockholder, and supplier of manmade staple fibres and recycled textile wastes.

Magpie Polymers SAS, based in Saint Pierre Les Nemours, France, specializes in advanced filtration technology designed for the selective removal of transition metals from industrial waste and process water. Established in 2011, the company has developed patented filtration resins that efficiently capture valuable metals such as platinum, palladium, rhodium, and gold, even in challenging conditions with high concentrations of other metals and organics. This technology is particularly effective across a broad pH range, including highly acidic environments. By utilizing coordination chemistry, Magpie Polymers' solutions not only recover precious metals that would otherwise be lost but also enhance the economic performance of their clients. The company operates as a subsidiary of Italmatch Chemicals S.p.A. since 2017.

Ultromex Ltd, founded in 2011 and based in Wirral, United Kingdom, specializes in recycling services for catalysts, industrial sludges, dross, and residual mine tailings. The company has developed innovative processes for recovering high-value metals from electronic and industrial waste, particularly catering to the aluminum smelting industry. Its technology addresses production waste by converting treated residues into non-reactive and non-odorous aluminum oxides, thereby minimizing landfill use and reducing the carbon footprint. This approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also lowers costs for industries, while decreasing the environmental impact associated with waste transportation and treatment.