Biochar as a carbon sink and technology for circular bioeconomy

By: Maja Berden Zrimec Biochar, a solid carbon-rich material obtained from the pyrolysis of organic waste, is emerging as a valuable tool for sustainable agriculture, environmental remediation, and carbon sequestration. Biochar is produced through a process called pyrolysis, which involves heating organic waste in the absence of oxygen. This thermal treatment breaks down the waste […]

Transforming Organic Waste into Proteins – with Insect Larvae

By: Maja Berden Zrimec The alarming rate of global waste production and the escalating demand for animal protein sources have created two pressing environmental and food security challenges. Surprisingly, the solution to both may lie in something as tiny as insect larvae. Insect bioconversion has emerged as a sustainable, economically viable, and environmentally friendly solution […]

Algae Potential in the Circular Bioeconomy

By dr. Maja Berden Zrimec The use of waste streams in biomass production can create a closed-loop system that minimizes waste and pollution. One of the most attractive opportunities for multiple industries is the use of algae, which can grow in various wastewaters and become a source of additional jobs and income. Wastewater treatment with algae is […]

Carbon Credits – the currency for trading emissions

by Maja Berden Zrimec In today’s increasingly environmentally conscious world, many people are looking for ways to reduce their impact on the environment and do their part in the fight against climate change. One popular way to do this is to buy carbon credits. But what are carbon credits and how do you get them? […]

What’s happening with green taxonomy? 

There has been a growing interest in sustainable investing in recent years. More and more people have become aware of the impact of financial decisions on the environment. According to the Global Sustainable Investment Alliance, sustainable investment assets reached a record high of $40.5 trillion in 2020, representing a 27% increase from the previous year (GSIA, 2020). […]

New Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a turning point for global sustainability

As consumers and investors increasingly demand transparency from companies related to their environmental impacts, many firms have taken up sustainability reporting to showcase their accountability to their stakeholders (investors, business partners, employees, buyers, suppliers, customers and broader society). Those that haven’t, will soon be bound to the most recently adopted Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), […]

Press Release: Anteja Wins NLB’s #FrameOfHelp for its sustainable solution Value Chain Generator (VCG.AI)

24.11.2022 – Anteja was announced the winner of the #FrameOfHelp project presented by NLB Group,  the leading banking and financial group with headquarters and an exclusive strategic interest in their home region – Southeast Europe. #FrameOfHelp is their annual project that encourages reflection and discussion about the sustainable future of Southeastern Europe and honours companies […]

Clusters‘ role in transition to circular bioeconomy

The transition to circular bioeconomy represents a big step for companies. Although there are many potential benefits for SMEs adopting circular business models, high initial investment and possible trade offs can represent a substantial barrier. Companies need a clear overview and guidance to be able to move towards sustainable business models while practicing the circular bioeconomy.  […]

CEE2ACT Project Kickoff Press Release

CEE2ACT project was launched to support 10 CEE countries in developing circular bioeconomy strategies 14 September 2022 On the 13th and 14th of September 2022 we were invited to the CEE2ACT project launch press conference in Budapest, where representatives of 17 European organisations from 17 countries gathered for the kick-off meeting of the CEE2ACT project, […]