1. Chemical and biological evaluation of green extracts
Objectives:
- Classify and select fruit and vegetable waste and by-products based on purpose
- Develop a green extraction process
- Select the most active NADES-based extracts
2. Fermentation of biomass after extraction
Objectives:
- Establish a database of microbial strains
- Select the most efficient microbial strains
- Optimise SOP for production of bio-based products
3. Development of innovative smart and green composting system
Objectives:
- Optimise balanced nutrient content
- Optimise the green composting process
4. Development of functional beverages and natural cosmetics
Objectives:
- Develop and upscale new functional beverages incorporating novel ingredients
- Develop and upscale new cosmetic products incorporating functional extracts
- Ensure the technical feasibility and regulatory compliance of the new products
5. Sustainability assessment of PURE-WAY systems and products
Increase the eco-efficiency of the PURE-WAY system.
6. Training and Secondments
Objectives:
- Organising and coordinating network-wide training events
- Organising and coordinating local training events
- Organising and coordinating webinars
- Organising and coordinating individual and shared secondments
7. Project Management, dissemination, public engagement and exploitation
Objectives:
- Organising and coordinating network-wide training events
- Organising and coordinating local training events
- Organising and coordinating webinars
- Organising and coordinating individual and shared secondments
