This seminar will take place on July 2 at 15:00. The seminar will be in a hybrid format with:
- in-person session in the IST Alameda Campus, Department of Engineering and Management's Meeting Room
- online, via Zoom https://videoconf-colibri.zoom.us/j/92512025100?pwd=nbsA765waNV8HKOcDvsFD7xQigD3uR.1
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Summary
This presentation offers an in-depth review of various case studies conducted within the PROSYS Research Centre, focusing on the critical areas of waste recovery, valorization, circularity, industrial symbiosis, and their collective impact on sustainability. By exploring these case studies, we aim to illuminate the potential of these practices in transforming waste into valuable resources across diverse sectors, emphasizing the principles of the circular economy. The findings demonstrate that implementing these practices and technologies significantly reduces waste generation, enhances resource conservation, and decreases greenhouse gas emissions. This presentation aims to be a valuable resource for practitioners and researchers, providing practical insights and actionable strategies for understanding and adopting sustainable practices in their respective fields.
Speaker's bio
Carina L. Gargalo is a dedicated researcher at PROSYS, where her work primarily revolves around the intersection of sustainability and digitalization. Her research mainly focuses on waste recovery and valorization, aiming to transform what is often seen as 'waste' into valuable resources. Her expertise lies in the LCA and techno-economic assessment alongside digitalization, modeling, simulation, and optimization of chemical and biochemical processes. Carina's work is driven by a strong commitment to bringing sustainability to the forefront of decision-making in these sectors. She firmly believes that it is through collective efforts that significant steps can be taken towards a more sustainable future.