AccelWater

Thanks to the @AccelWater Project, #circulareconomy, industrial symbiosis, and cutting-edge tech came together — and the results were next level! 🚀 Throughout the project, industries across Europe saw how #innovation could turn #sustainability from a costly dream into a practical reality. 🌍💡 Smarter water use? Check✅ Energy and resource recovery? Check✅ Greener production? Check✅ We wrapped it all up in a video youtube.com/watch?v=sTAYiE… where our amazing #Consortium partners shared their experiences, talked about the #technologies, the demo sites, and everything that made AccelWater more than just a project — it became a #blueprint for a greener industrial future. 🌱✨ A massive THANK YOU to everyone involved — you didn’t just imagine change, you made it #happen.🪄 To the sky and beyond! 💚🚀 📽️Special thanks to: Alexandros Skouras, George Voursoukis and Dimitra Sakellari (Dimi & Wallace Photography/Cinematography) for this amazing video. #AccelWater #GreenTransition #circulareconomy #SustainabilitySuccess #WastewaterInnovation #industrialsymbiosis #EcoImpact #EUprojects #wemadeithappen

Did you miss the @AccelWater Final Dissemination Event at @Beyondexpo1 on Friday, April 4th, 2025? Don’t worry — we’ve got you covered! 💧✨ Check out this short recap from that day— now on #YouTube ! 🎥 youtu.be/grDg9mEFb6g Great moments, inspiring speakers and a nice opportunity for the consortium of the AccelWater project to meet in person. Thank you to everyone who joined us 💙 👍 Don’t forget to #Like, #Comment, and #Subscribe to our YouTube Channel. #ThrowbackFriday #AccelWater #BEYONDEXPO2025 #InnovationInWater #SustainabilityInAction #EUProjects #H2020 #EUprojects #HaDEA #circulareconomy #freshwater #IoT #research

🚱 Water Shortage Hitting the Netherlands 💧 show us that one by one, European countries are facing a tough truth: clean drinking water is no longer a given. 🇳🇱The Netherlands—renowned for its water management—is now facing a serious threat of water shortages, with supply already struggling to meet demand. ioplus.nl/en/posts/the-n… 💥 This isn’t just a Dutch problem though. From Spain 🇪🇸 to Germany 🇩🇪, water scarcity is spreading fast—and it's becoming a global issue. 🌍 Water scarcity is our new reality, and yet the pace of meaningful action remains far too slow for the urgency we face. 🕒 It’s time to act before the tap runs dry. #WaterCrisis #ClimateChange #ClimateEmergency #Sustainability #Netherlands #Europe #GlobalIssue #WaterScarcity

📢 Our 17th and final #newsletter of the @AccelWater project is now available! 🌊🌱 In this closing edition, we share the #LatestUpdates on project #Progress and highlight the #dissemination activities that have helped spread the impact of AccelWater across Europe and beyond. Thank you to all our partners and supporters for being part of this journey towards more sustainable water management and circular economy practices within F&B industries! 🙌 🔗 Read the final newsletter here: mailchi.mp/7875018d0c46/a… #AccelWater #EUprojects #HaDEA #EUGD #GreenDeal #H2020 #agrifood #circulareconomy #industrialsymbiosis #IoT #research #sustainability #waste

🙌 @AccelWater went to Japan! 🌸 🇯🇵 #AGENSO #AccelWater #JapanITWeek #EUtech

🌍 The Final Consortium Meeting of the @AccelWater project took place from 1–4 April 2025, across Patras and Athens, marking the successful conclusion of a project that promotes circular economy practices in the food & beverage sector. 💧 Technical sessions for the project’s progress, collaborative workshops (in partnership with @BOOSTIN_eu), field visits to the Industrial Symbiosis Demonstrator (@AthenianBrewery, @FrieslndCampina Hellas, @RezosEuRnD), and a Final Dissemination Event at @Beyondexpo1 2025 showcased the impact of AccelWater’s innovations. 🚀 From by-product valorisation to circular water reuse, AccelWater’s legacy supports both sustainability and industry competitiveness. Thank you to everyone who supported this incredible journey! 💧♻️ #AccelWater #CircularEconomy #WaterReuse #FoodIndustry #EUProjects #Innovation #Sustainability #BeyondExpo2025 #H2020 #AccelWater #EUprojects #circulareconomy #freshwater #IoT #research #sustainability #waste #wastewater #wastewatermanagement #wastewatertreatment #water #WaterCircularity #Innovation #SustainableFuture #FoodAndBeverageIndustry

🌊 @AccelWater at @Beyondexpo1 2025! 🤖💡 We’re excited that our Final Dissemination Event will take place during Beyond Expo 2025, happening this year at Metropolitan Expo in Athens! 🇬🇷✨ 📍 Meet us at Hall 3, Stand E25 📅 4th – 6th of April 🕥 10:00 – 19:00 📢 Don’t miss our presentation entitled “"Technologies for Circular Economy within Food and Beverage Industries" 📍 Openstage/Marketplace – HALL 3 at Metropolitan Expo. 📅 Friday 4th of April 2025 🕥 12:00-13:00 We’ll showcase key insights and groundbreaking results from AccelWater’s efforts in advancing smart water management! 🔜 See you there! #AccelWater #Beyond2025 #WaterInnovation #AI #SmartSustainability #FutureTech

🌍💧 Join Us for the 1st Co-Creation Workshop on Circular Water Economy in Patras! 💧🌍 We’re excited to invite you to an engaging workshop on Public Awareness & Support for Circular Water Economy Solutions! 📅 Wednesday, April 2, 2025 🕒 8:45 AM 📍 City Loft Hotel, Patras (6 Valtetsiou Street, 26223) Under the auspices of the @BOOSTIN_eu and @AccelWater projects, this event will: 🔹 Address key challenges in water scarcity & reuse 🔹 Showcase innovative solutions & success stories from Greek industries 🔹 Explore social perception & awareness for a smoother transition to a circular economy 🔗 Secure your spot now and be part of the movement towards a more sustainable water future! #CircularEconomy #WaterInnovation #SustainableFuture #AccelWater #BOOSTINHorizon #WaterManagement

🚀 Our partners from @BETA_TechCenter and MAFRICA S.A. have published a really interesting scientific article for 💧wastewater reclamation and reuse in slaughterhouses under the framework of @AccelWater project. You can find the full article here : sciencedirect.com/science/articl… Congratulations for the great work! 👏 👏 👏

🌍 💧 The EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive is getting a major upgrade! Here’s what’s changing: ✅ Broader coverage – Smaller towns must now comply. ✅ Advanced treatment by 2045 – Cities must upgrade wastewater plants. ✅ Stricter pollution control – More nutrients, PFAS, and microplastics must be removed. ✅ New public health measures – Wastewater will be monitored for antimicrobial resistance & viruses (e.g., SARS-CoV-2) to detect health risks early. ✅ Biggest polluters pay – Pharmaceutical & cosmetic industries must cover at least 80% of the cost to remove micropollutants, reducing the burden on taxpayers. ✅ Energy & climate neutrality – The sector must reach net-zero emissions by 2040. ✅ Stormwater management – Cities must create flood & pollution prevention plans. ✅ Circular economy boost – Wastewater will be used to recover valuable materials like phosphorus for reuse in agriculture. ✅ Improved sanitation access – Member States must ensure public facilities for vulnerable communities by 2029. 💊🧴 However, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries come with a counterargument claiming that the directive unfairly singles them out, despite pollution coming from multiple sources. They argue that the financial burden could raise product costs for consumers and that new technologies, not extra taxes, should be the focus. What are your thoughts? 🤔 #CleanWater #ZeroPollution #Sustainability #EURegulations #WaterTreatment #AccelWater #CircularEconomy

💧 🌍 The global industrial wastewater treatment market is on a steep rise, driven by the urgent need for sustainable water management across industries. With projections showing significant growth in the coming years, it's clear that advanced water treatment technologies are no longer optional—they're essential. 🚀 The Produced Water Treatment System Marketalone is expected to grow from $4.55B (2023) to $8.41B (2034), fuelled by stricter environmental regulations, and the need for more efficient water reuse solutions. 🔬 Innovations in membrane filtration, reverse osmosis, and electrochemical treatments are leading the way toward more cost-effective, eco-friendly, and efficient water treatment solutions. #AccelWater opens a way towards advanced cutting-edge technologies for smart industrial water reuse -- because every drop counts. 🌱💙 #WaterInnovation #SustainableIndustry #WaterReuse #CircularEconomy

♻️From landfills to innovation hubs, Central and Eastern Europe are leading a circular economy revolution. 🚀 Driven by EU policies and visionary entrepreneurs, the region is transforming waste 🗑️ into valuable resources 💰 . Companies like Lithuania's @vinted and Hungary's @Poliloop1 exemplify this green shift 💚 🏆 . Discover how these changes are shaping a sustainable future 👉emerging-europe.com/analysis/rubbi… #CircularEconomy #GreenInnovation #Sustainability

🌍🌱 Plastic pollution is a growing threat to biodiversity, but local solutions like GESAMPA are proving that change is possible! 🚀 By turning waste into opportunity, this community-driven initiative is restoring ecosystems, empowering people, and creating a model for global impact. Read more about GESAMPA here: weforum.org/stories/2025/0… #BeatPlasticPollution #Biodiversity #SustainableCommunities #CircularEconomy #ActForNature #Sustainability #AccelWater

📢 Our 16th #newsletter is out! Check out the latest updates on AccelWater’s progress, and dissemination activities in the link below. 📩 Subscribe now to receive our news! 👉accelwater.eu/newsletters/ #AccelWater #EUprojects #HaDEA #EUGD #GreenDeal #H2020 #agrifood #circulareconomy #industrialsymbiosis #IoT #research #sustainability #waste

🌊 @AccelWater partners from NTUA will be presenting the Industrial Symbiosis Demonstrator based on the water pillar at this insightful workshop! If you're curious about business models for industrial symbiosis and want to explore real-world cases from across Europe, this is an event you won’t want to miss. 📅 Date: Monday, 27th January 2025 ⏰ Time: 13:00–15:00 CEST 🌍 Where: Online (via Zoom) 👉 Register here: liu-se.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #IndustrialSymbiosis #BusinessModels #Sustainability #AccelWater #Workshop

🌍💧EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall outlined a bold plan for a comprehensive EU Water Resilience Strategy to tackle #climatechange, #waterscarcity, and #Sustainability challenges. Key points include: ✅ Strengthening cross-border #Collaboration . ✅ Promoting #Innovation for water efficiency. ✅ Safeguarding ecosystems to ensure long-term water security. 💡 With climate change impacting water resources across Europe, a unified approach is crucial. 📖 Read more: smartwatermagazine.com/news/smart-wat… @smartwatermag #WaterResilience #EUClimateAction #WaterManagement #SmartWater #CircularEconomy #AccelWater

🌍✨ After the holiday cheer, let’s take stock of what we have left. 🤓 Did you know that waste increases by 5.8 million tons during the holidays? Here’s how you can reduce your environmental impact: 🎄 Recycle Your Tree: Look for local composting or mulching programs to give your tree and wreaths a second life. ♻️ Reuse Decorations: Save ornaments, gift bags, and other items for next year. 🎁 Rethink Gifting: Choose experience-based presents instead. Read more tips in the following article: abcnews.go.com/US/lower-carbo… Christmas holidays AND environmental awareness? Sounds like a plan for next year, doesn’t it? 🌱💧💚 #SustainableLiving #CircularEconomy #AccelWater

🎄✨ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at @AccelWater ! May your holidays be filled with joy, love, and endless possibilities for the year ahead. 💧❤️ #Christmas #christmas2024 #christmascountdown #christmasmood #christmasseason #christmasspirit #holidayseason #HolidayVibes #newyear2025 #xmas #yearend #AccelWater #EUprojects #circulareconomy #industrialsymbiosis #IoT #research #Sustainability #waste #WasteManagement #wastewatertreatment #wastewater #water #watermanagement

💧 Yesterday we attended the Final Conference of our sister project @AquaSPICE1 during #WKE2024. A big project with valuable results for the future of water management! 👏 #AccelWater #WaterReuse #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #HorizonEU #IndustrialInnovation

🌊 🌍 We had the incredible opportunity to present the @AccelWater project and its outcomes during #WKE2024! With just four months remaining until the project's official conclusion, we showcased the remarkable milestones achieved so far and we have tried -successfully I think - to live up to the title of our presentation "AccelWater success story". 🏅 A heartfelt thank you to @H20EU for the wonderful hospitality and to all the attendees for the insightful and fruitful discussions. 🤝 Let’s work together to find solutions to the most pressing water challenges of our time. Here’s to a brighter, more sustainable water future! 💧 🌱 #AccelWater #WKE2024 #WaterInnovation #Collaboration #Horizon2020 #WaterSector #Networking #Sustainability #WaterManagement #Industries #Collaboration #SuccessStory