Italy’s Circular Economy Leadership on Display at Premier Sustainability Event
Rome, Italy – VALZEO, the EU-funded initiative transforming agro-industrial waste into advanced zeolite materials, gained prominent recognition today at Italy’s 7th National Conference on the Circular Economy. The event was streamed live from Rome’s National Central Library [Watch the conference recording: https://www.youtube.com/live/36xWKDYcQNY]. Circular Innovation in ActionAs the 2025 Circular Economy Report confirms Italy’s position as Europe’s second-best […]
VALZEO Newsletter No. 4 is Out Now!
We are pleased to announce the release of VALZEO Newsletter No. 4 – our latest update covering the progress, achievements, and events from the past months of the project. This issue, published in May 2025, showcases the momentum our consortium is building as we advance sustainable solutions for environmental remediation and biofuel production. 🔍 What’s […]
Breakthrough Mineral-Based Catalyst Purifies Guadaíra River Water
An international research team has developed an innovative mineral-based catalyst, NZ-Fe-Cu, that effectively removes emerging pollutants and antibiotic-resistant bacteria from water, offering a sustainable solution for water treatment. Published in the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, this study represents a significant advancement in addressing water quality challenges, particularly for agricultural irrigation and non-potable uses. The […]
Advancing Sustainable Solutions: VALZEO Project Progress Update
The VALZEO project is making significant strides in transforming agro-industrial waste into innovative zeolite-based materials for environmental remediation and biofuel production. As we advance through the project timeline, our team has successfully developed and validated high-performance materials designed for water treatment and sustainable energy applications. Our latest research efforts have led to the optimization of […]
UAB Leads the Way at Water Knowledge Europe 2024 in Brussels
The University of Barcelona (UAB), as the coordinator of the VALZEO project, attended the Water Knowledge Europe 2024 event in Brussels today December 10-11, 2024. This specialized brokerage event organized by Water Europe provided a platform for UAB to exchange outputs of the VALZEO project and collaborate with key actors across the water value. Water […]
VALZEO M24 Progress Meeting
On December 4th, 2024, the VALZEO consortium gathered virtually to evaluate the progress achieved in the last 24 months of the project. Hosted by the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) and managed by Dr. Roberto Boada, the meeting provided a comprehensive review of ongoing tasks, outcomes, and future plans. VALZEO, funded by Horizon Europe, focuses […]
MSCA-SE Promotional Workshop
On June 26, 2024, an exclusive workshop was held at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB). Dr Roberto Boada’s insights during this event provided a comprehensive view of VALZEO’s impact. Here are the highlights: Facultat de Ciències Spotlight: VALZEO was one of three remarkable projects showcased during the workshop. Its innovative approach captured the audience’s […]
VALZEO Project Mid-Term Review Meeting
Barcelona, Spain — June 26, 2024 The VALZEO project, focused on “Valorisation of agro-industrial waste to obtain zeolite-based composite materials and their use in environmental remediation and biofuel production,” Today held its mid-term review meeting at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB).Project Overview:VALZEO aims to transform rice husk ashes (RHAs) into valuable composite materials based […]
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Secures Prominent Position in Horizon Europe Funding
VALZEO esteemed partner Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has emerged as a leading beneficiary of European funds, solidifying its position as a top recipient of research and innovation projects in Spain. In the initial three years of the Horizon Europe 2021-2027 program, the UAB has secured an impressive €62.2 million in funding for 101 projects. […]
Joint Call on “Aquatic Ecosystem Services” Open!
Water4All Launches Joint Call for Aquatic Ecosystem Services Research and Innovation Project Introduction:Water4All, a leading initiative promoting sustainable water management, is announce the launch of its second Joint Transnational Call for research and innovation projects. This call, focused on “Aquatic Ecosystem Services,” aims to encourage collaborative efforts to study and develop innovative solutions that enhance […]