Agrow Hub: Turning Agrifood Waste into Green Solutions

At the University of Barcelona, we are pleased to contribute through practical training on the different methods used for recycling agricultural waste and converting it into materials of industrial and medical importance. This hands-on experience is delivered through summer schools and through direct immersion in the Living Labs model, allowing participants to connect theory with real-world practice.

We see great value in our role within this initiative, particularly in training the trainers who will later deliver the academic curricula. By equipping educators with the right expertise, we help ensure that the project’s knowledge and methodologies are transferred effectively and sustainably to future generations of learners.

Our contribution to this project focuses strongly on education and capacity building. We are actively involved in designing academic courses in waste recycling, with the goal of preparing highly qualified professionals who can apply this knowledge effectively at the industrial level. Building the right skills is key to creating long-term impact.

Recycling agricultural waste is no longer optional—it is essential for building sustainable and innovative economies. In Italy, we already apply this approach across multiple sectors. For example, grape waste from wine production is successfully valorized into oils and biogas. Within this project, the University of Turin, together with its business incubator, is proud to support the transfer of technology to Southern Mediterranean countries, helping transform knowledge into real implementation.