BioEcoSIM

BioEcoSIM comprises R&D and demonstration of an integrated approach and business model that has wide EU27 applicability in the agriculture sector. The new European Bio-economy Strategy aims to increase the use of bio-based raw materials. Thus, large quantities of fertilisers will be required.

Therefore, this project targets to produce sustainable soil improving products that can be easily handled, transported, and applied. BioEcoSIM will valorise livestock manure as an important example of valuable bio-waste into 1) pathogen-free, P-rich organic soil amendment (P-rich biochar), 2) slow releasing mineral fertilisers and 3) reclaimed water. By doing this, we will:

i) reduce negative environmental impacts (eutrophication of water bodies, and NH₃ and N₂O emissions) in intensive livestock regions,

ii) help to decrease NH₃ produced by the energy-intensive Haber-Bosch process,

iii) mitigate EU’s dependency on the depleting mineral sources for P-fertilisers,

iv) increase water efficiency use in agriculture and

v) support European Strategies and Directives, while generating economic benefits in the agriculture and
bioeconomy sector.