Project Details
Description
Flanders is heavily dependent on imported raw materials, mainly fossil fuels, which has significant
economic and environmental implications. Transitioning to a circular and bio-based economy is
crucial to improve self-sufficiency and reduce environmental impact.
In recent years, there has been a notable shift in waste management practices. The focus has moved
from traditional waste disposal to reclaiming and repurposing residual streams into valuable
resources and materials. While energy generation from waste has been a priority, there is emerging
interest in converting organic waste into chemicals and materials.
The EFFECTIVE project addresses this need. It aims to develop technologies and processes to bridge
gaps in the organic waste-to-products value chain. Specifically, it focuses on converting wastederived
lactic acid into isobutyric acid, a strategically valuable biochemical with extensive applications
in Flanders and globally. The project also includes advanced adsorptive separation using a
hydrophobic zeolite monolith and Joule heating for energy efficiency.
In addition to experimental advancements, the project evaluates the technical, economic, and
circular aspects of the process. It stands at the forefront of scientific research in bio-based chemical
production, laying the groundwork for a new generation of processes to convert organic waste into
bio-based chemicals.
economic and environmental implications. Transitioning to a circular and bio-based economy is
crucial to improve self-sufficiency and reduce environmental impact.
In recent years, there has been a notable shift in waste management practices. The focus has moved
from traditional waste disposal to reclaiming and repurposing residual streams into valuable
resources and materials. While energy generation from waste has been a priority, there is emerging
interest in converting organic waste into chemicals and materials.
The EFFECTIVE project addresses this need. It aims to develop technologies and processes to bridge
gaps in the organic waste-to-products value chain. Specifically, it focuses on converting wastederived
lactic acid into isobutyric acid, a strategically valuable biochemical with extensive applications
in Flanders and globally. The project also includes advanced adsorptive separation using a
hydrophobic zeolite monolith and Joule heating for energy efficiency.
In addition to experimental advancements, the project evaluates the technical, economic, and
circular aspects of the process. It stands at the forefront of scientific research in bio-based chemical
production, laying the groundwork for a new generation of processes to convert organic waste into
bio-based chemicals.
Acronym | FWOSBO58 |
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Status | Active |
Effective start/end date | 1/04/24 → 31/03/26 |
Keywords
- fossil fuels
- environmental implications.
Flemish discipline codes in use since 2023
- Sustainable chemistry not elsewhere classified
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