This e-module presents the meat processing industry demonstration under the AccelWater project, showcasing innovative water treatment technologies applied at the MAFRICA slaughterhouse in Spain. Led by the BETA Technological Center, the demonstration integrates membrane bioreactors, electrodialysis, UV disinfection and freeze concentration to enable water reuse and nutrient recovery. These methods successfully recovered 92% of treated water and significantly reduced the facility’s water footprint. The module highlights how advanced treatment solutions and evolving regulations support a circular water economy and enhance sustainability in the food processing sector.
This e-module presents the Icelandic Demonstrator activities in AccelWater, led by Matis and the University of Iceland, focusing on two key sectors: whitefish processing and land-based aquaculture of salmon. The module outlines efforts to reduce water and energy use, recover valuable proteins from fish processing water and develop high-value by-products like collagen and bioactive compounds. It also highlights innovative practices such as dry bleeding in aquaculture to reduce water use and recover undiluted blood, as well as the valorization of aquaculture sludge into fertilizer. The demonstration aims to enhance resource efficiency, circularity, and sustainability in the seafood industry.
Trainers: Dimitra-Nektaria Fragkouli, Dr. Sofia Papadaki
Dignity Private Company
This training session is the second part of an introduction to the OpenLCA software. It guides users through creating and organizing processes, defining flows, using parameters for both real and literature-based data and setting up product systems. The session also covers assigning providers, running calculations, interpreting results through the contribution tree and comparing scenarios using the project feature. The focus is on accurately modelling environmental impacts to support sustainability analysis.
Trainers: Dimitra-Nektaria Fragkouli, Dr. Sofia Papadaki
Dignity Private Company
This e-module offers a comprehensive introduction to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and its implementation using the OpenLCA software. It begins by outlining the purpose of LCA in the context of global sustainability efforts and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. The module explains the three dimensions of sustainability—environmental, economic, and social—and focuses on the environmental aspect.
Learners are introduced to key tools: OpenLCA software, the EcoInvent database and the ReCiPe 2016 Hierarchist methodology. The module also presents a real-world case study from the AccelWater project, focusing on improving the sustainability of dairy and brewery industries in Greece through industrial symbiosis and resource valorization. It concludes with practical guidance on inventory creation and data challenges, providing a solid foundation for conducting an environmental LCA.
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