Summary
- Closed for EoI
- Profile Type
- Research & Development Request
- POD Reference
- RDRIT20250314012
- Term of Validity
- 14 March 2025 - 14 March 2026
- Company's Country
- Italy
- Type of partnership
- Research and development cooperation agreement
- Targeted Countries
- Spain
- Italy
- Jordan
- Israel
- Malta
- Portugal
- Cyprus
- Lebanon
- Palestinian Territory
- Turkey
- Tunisia
- Greece
- France
- Egypt
- Algeria
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General information
- Short Summary
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A Lombardy-based startup is seeking partners from eligible Interreg NEXT MED regions to join a transnational project focused on wastewater valorization and circular economy solutions.
The project aims to develop scalable bio-based technologies wastewater valorisation for industrial and agricultural applications.
The startup is looking for a partner with expertise in technology transfer, stakeholder engagement, and dissemination activities to enhance project impact and market deployment. - Full Description
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Efficient wastewater management is a growing challenge in the Mediterranean region, particularly in sectors with high environmental impact. This project seeks to introduce innovative bio-based approaches for wastewater treatment, fostering new business opportunities within the circular economy.
The key objectives are: Develop and validate a scalable system for wastewater valorization; Transform wastewater into high-value bioproducts for industrial and agricultural use; Enhance resource efficiency and environmental sustainability; Promote cross-border collaboration for knowledge and technology transfer; Assess market opportunities and ensure regulatory compliance.
The project team is building a strong consortium of research institutions, industry partners, and innovation clusters. The proposal will be submitted under Interreg NEXT MED (Priority 2 – Green Transition). Expression of Interest (EOI) deadline: April 15.
Expected Impact: Improved water management and reduction of environmental pollution; New economic models leveraging waste as a resource; Sustainable solutions aligned with EU green policies; Stronger international collaboration in sustainability and innovation.
The startup seeks industry or research partners to enhance technology transfer, stakeholder engagement, and project visibility. - Advantages and Innovations
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Sustainable wastewater valorization – Converting waste into valuable resources.
Circular economy approach – Resource recovery for multiple applications.
Innovative process – Integrating advanced biotechnologies for water treatment.
Scalability – Adaptable for industrial and agricultural sectors.
International cooperation – Strengthening research-industry linkages for market adoption. - Technical Specification or Expertise Sought
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The project team is looking for partners from an eligible Interreg NEXT MED region with expertise in:
Technology Transfer & Industrial Collaboration: Connecting research centers, technology providers, and industries; Supporting the market uptake of bio-based innovations.
Stakeholder Engagement & Market Development: Identifying key actors in agriculture, wastewater treatment, and sustainability sectors; Conducting market analysis for sustainable solutions.
Communication, Promotion & Dissemination: Managing outreach, knowledge-sharing, and impact maximization; Leading media campaigns, stakeholder events, and policy engagement. - Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
Partner Sought
- Expected Role of a Partner
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Contribute to technology transfer and industry collaboration; Engage stakeholders in key sustainability sectors; Lead dissemination and awareness-building activities.
The selected partner will play a key role in fostering collaboration, engaging stakeholders, and maximizing project outcomes. Interested organizations are invited to contact the project team for further details. - Type and Size of Partner
- Big company
- Other
- SME 11-49
- R&D Institution
- SME <=10
- SME 50 - 249
- Type of partnership
- Research and development cooperation agreement
Call details
- Framework program
- Cooperation
- Call title and identifier
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Call for Green Transition Projects
- Coordinator required
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No
- Deadline for EoI
- Deadline of the call
- Web link to the call
- https://www.interregnextmed.eu/apply-for-funding/second-call-for-proposals/
- Cooperation
Dissemination
- Market keywords
- 05008002 - Food and feed ingredients
- 08004003 - Water treatment equipment and waste disposal systems
- Sector Groups Involved
- Agri-Food
- Energy-Intensive Industries
- Renewable Energy
- Targeted countries
- Spain
- Italy
- Jordan
- Israel
- Malta
- Portugal
- Cyprus
- Lebanon
- Palestinian Territory
- Turkey
- Tunisia
- Greece
- France
- Egypt
- Algeria