Technological solutions for resources recovery from end-of-life products and materials in the Mediterranean landscape

Despite growing attention to circular economy principles, large quantities of waste continue to be disposed of rather than recovered, leading to the permanent loss of materials that still hold considerable value. In many cases, it is the lack of adequate technological solutions that prevents these resources from re-entering production cycles. This situation entails not only an economic problem but also a strategic weakness, as it increases reliance on primary raw materials imported. For this reason, advancing innovative processes – developed both by research centers and industrial actors – and promoting the exchange of successful practices among countries, especially within the Mediterranean region, becomes essential for supporting industrial development in a more sustainable direction.
During this seminar, several emerging technologies capable of improving resource recovery and enhancing environmental performance across various sectors will be presented and discussed.

Keywords: solid waste treatment facilities, technological research centers, waste recycling and recovery industries

Session Chairs

Fabrizio Passarini, Ecomondo STC, University of Bologna
Lucia Rigamonti, Politecnico di Milano
Paola Muraro and Paolo Massarini, ATIA – ISWA

Program 

9.30 Introduction by the Chairs

Invited lectures

9.45 Horizon Project RENOVATE: A circular and chemistry-neutral approach for recycling and recovery of battery waste feeds
Eliana Quartarone, University of Pavia

10.00 Invited speech from International Solid Waste Association

Speeches selected from the Call for Papers

17.15 Discussion and closure by the Chairs