XTRACT Project

XTRACT at "Managing Ecosystems for a Sustainable Tomorrow" Seminar
2024-12-13 10:00 - 15:00 (Europe/Athens)
On December 13, 2024, the XTRACT project participated in the “Managing Ecosystems for a Sustainable Tomorrow” seminar held in Girionys, Lithuania. This scientific seminar, organized by LAMMC (Lithuanian Research Centre for Agriculture and Forestry), served as a platform for researchers and experts to discuss innovative approaches to ecological recovery and sustainable resource use.

Dr. Dorotėja Vaitiekūnaitė, representing XTRACT, shared groundbreaking insights into phytoremediation and phytomining technologies. These methods utilize the natural abilities of plants to recover metals from the soil while promoting environmental restoration.

Phytomining: An Eco-Friendly Solution for Resource Recovery

Phytomining involves using plants, including trees, to absorb metals from the soil. These plants are then harvested, and the biomass is processed to recover the accumulated metals. This process offers a host of environmental and economic benefits:

Sustainability: Reduces the demand for traditional mining activities by focusing on recovering metals from waste piles and abandoned sites.

Efficiency: Trees are particularly effective for large-scale recovery due to their metal accumulation capabilities and minimal environmental impact.

Circular Economy: Harvested plants can be used as biofuels, while the ash, rich in metals, undergoes processing for metal recovery. Residual ash is further repurposed to enrich soils, creating a sustainable cycle of reuse.

Dr. Vaitiekūnaitė emphasized the practical applications of these technologies, highlighting their relevance to environmental restoration, economic development, and societal well-being. The seminar also fostered international collaboration, with attendees from Lithuania and Switzerland engaging in discussions about these innovative solutions.

The XTRACT project remains committed to disseminating cutting-edge research and promoting sustainable resource recovery methods.

XTRACT Presentation at CERESiS Project Final Event
2024-04-23 00:00 - 23:59
XTRACT was recently presented at the final event of the CERESiS Project, marking a significant milestone in liaison activities. Hosted in Thessaloniki, Greece, on April 23, 2024, the event attracted representatives from 8 countries, including academics, industry partners, and stakeholders. The main focus of this workshop was to explore the use of phytoremediation in cleaning contaminated land and producing biofuels from plant biomass.

During the presentation, attendees showed considerable interest in XTRACT, particularly regarding its phytoremediation activities in Lavrion Technological Cultural Park. Discussions centered around potential collaborations and synergies, paving the way for future partnerships.

Read more about the event here.

XTRACT at 1st Automation, Robotics & Drones Expo
2024-04-12 10:00 - 2024-04-14 19:00 | https://www.metropolitanexpo.gr/en, Athens, Greece
Delighted to share the success of the XTRACT Project’s presence at the 1st Automation & Robotics Expo 2024 held in Athens, Greece from April 12-14, 2024.

Presented by Acceligence Ltd. , XTRACT made a significant impact, showcasing innovative endeavors in sustainable extraction methods. Our participation featured the project roll-up banner and leaflet distribution, engaging industry professionals and attendees.

A sincere thank you to all who visited Acceligence Ltd. booth!

XTRACT at Almodôvar School Open Science Day
2024-04-11 09:00 - 14:00
We are delighted to share the success of the project’s participation in the Almodôvar School Group III Open Day, held at the Dr. João de Brito Camacho Secondary School on April 11th.

LNEG played a pivotal role in showcasing the innovative efforts of the XTRACT project during this event. As part of the institution’s strategy to disseminate geosciences, particularly the significance of geological mapping for understanding national resources, LNEG engaged with attendees to highlight the project’s mission and achievements.

Practical activities focused on emphasizing the crucial role of mineral resources in the decarbonisation of the economy. These activities underscored the core objectives of XTRACT, which aims to establish a sustainable ecosystem for innovative resource recovery and complex ore extraction.Read more here.

XTRACT Spotlighted at Green Horizon Summit 2024
2024-03-13 00:00 - 23:59
XTRACT was a highlight of the recent Green Horizon Summit 2024, which took place at the Vilnius Town Hall in Lithuania on the 13th of March, 2024.In a significant presentation, the Lithuanian Research Centre for Agriculture and Forestry (LAMMC), took to the stage to offer insights into how initiatives such as XTRACT are influencing the future of sustainability. The summit, organised by AgriFood Lithuania and the Research Council of Lithuania in collaboration with key partners, focused on the pivotal role of Horizon Europe initiatives in driving the bioeconomy forward.A public discussion amongst experts provided a forum to explore the potential of Horizon Europe, heralding new opportunities for international projects within the bioeconomy sphere.For insights click here.

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