International Collaboration and Sustainability: The Impact of LIFE ECOdigestion 2.0 at Greencities & S-Moving
The Greencities & S-Moving Forum has hosted 2,500 professionals
Brussels, September 26, 2024 – Greencities & S-Moving 2024, one of the main forums for urban transformation and smart mobility in Spain, has been the stage for the LIFE ECOdigestion 2.0 project event, focused on optimizing anaerobic digestion in wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) for biogas production. The Greencities & S-Moving Forum has brought together 2,500 professionals and has served as a platform to highlight innovative initiatives in urban sustainability.
LIFE ECOdigestion 2.0, Expert Roundtable: policy session
Juanma Revuelta, CEO of the Finnova Foundation, moderated a roundtable that brought together international experts and competent professionals in waste management and biogas. Participants, including Jaime Almanza (Fundagedescol), Santiago Daza (Mayor of San Carlos, Antioquia-Colombia), Marcel Hendrick (Horeca Sustainability Solutions), and Manuel González (G2G Algae Solutions), discussed opportunities and challenges in implementing sustainable practices in Europe and Colombia.
Revuelta highlighted the importance of the event, stating: “Greencities & S-Moving is a fundamental platform for sharing knowledge and experiences that drive the transformation towards more sustainable and intelligent cities. Collaboration between sectors is key to facing current challenges in waste management and renewable energy production.”
LIFE ECOdigestion 2.0: Innovation in Sustainability
The LIFE ECOdigestion 2.0 project has leveraged its presence at Greencities & S-Moving 2024 to promote its innovative approach to optimizing wastewater treatment. The technology developed by this project allows for greater energy efficiency and scalability, directly contributing to urban sustainability and aligning with the objectives of the circular economy in smart cities.
Impact and Collaboration
During the event, the importance of LIFE ECOdigestion 2.0 was emphasized not only in presenting results but also in creating synergies with other European and Latin American projects. This collaborative approach seeks to scale up the achievements and extend best practices in waste management and biogas production in WWTPs, thus contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The participation of LIFE ECOdigestion 2.0 in this forum, which has attracted 2,500 professionals, reinforces its relevance in the context of environmental and energy innovations at the European level, highlighting its role in promoting innovative solutions for current urban challenges.Additionally, the project was present at a 32 m² stand that welcomed various individuals and interested professionals during the two days of the fair. This space served as a meeting point and dissemination hub, allowing attendees to learn first-hand about the advances and practical applications of the LIFE ECOdigestion 2.0 project in the field of urban sustainability and efficient resource management.