MATE4MEAT: Sustainable and Antimicrobial Materials for Meat Packaging

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The project “MATE4MEAT: Innovative Antimicrobial Packaging Solutions for Meat Products,” coordinated by The International University College of Turin (UNITO), is supported under the Horizon 2020 program. In addition to GTE, the consortium also includes Universidad de Córdoba (UCO), Université de Sfax (USS), UM6P – University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Université de Fribourg (UFR), University of Constantine 1 (UFMC1), Cadi Ayyad University (UCA), and Computomics (COMPU).

The project aims to develop bio-based and biodegradable antimicrobial packaging solutions for meat products in line with circular economy principles. These innovative packaging systems, which work through the synergistic effect of antimicrobial compounds and bio-based polymers, aim to enhance food safety, extend shelf life, and reduce food waste. While promoting sustainability, MATE4MEAT also seeks to reduce reliance on fossil resources.

BIOMEDPACK: Shelf-life Enhancing Packaging Systems and Solutions for Mediterranean Food Based on Agri-Food Cascade Biorefinery

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The project “BIOMEDPACK: Shelf-life Enhancing Packaging Systems for Mediterranean Food through Innovative and Circular Solutions,” coordinated by the University of Córdoba (UCO), is supported under the PRIMA (Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area) program. In addition to GTE, the consortium includes The International University College of Turin (UNITO), Université de Sfax (USS), UM6P – University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Université de Fribourg (UFR), University of Constantine 1 (UFMC1), Cadi Ayyad University (UCA), and Computomics (COMPU).

The project aims to develop sustainable packaging and bio-preservation solutions through a circular approach specific to Mediterranean food systems, by valorizing lignocellulosic and bioactive components of agricultural by-products. Supported by food microbiome information and computational techniques, these innovative packaging solutions improve the shelf life of Mediterranean food products through the synergistic combination of bio-based polymers and bioprotective agents, while also considering the nutritional value of edible packaging.

The Cross-border Climate Vulnerabilities and Remote Impacts of EU, Turkey and African Food Systems Project (CREATE)

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“Cross-border Climate Vulnerabilities and Remote Effects of EU, Turkey and African Food Systems: Trade, Climate Risk and Adaptation (CREATE)” project, coordinated by Ankara University Water Management Institute (Assoc. Prof. Gökşen Çapar) and GTE is a project partner. H2020 Food Systems and Climate (FOSC) is supported under the ERA-NET Cofund 2019 call.

Works are carried out by a consortium of eight organizations from Turkey, Morocco, the Netherlands and Egypt. CREATE aims to develop a new cross-border climate risk/impact assessment methodology for food value chains based on the concept of established sourcing (e.g. water, soil and carbon) and trade that maps the representative links between socio-economic activities and remote climatic hazards in the EU, Africa and Turkey.

https://www.create4climate.com/

Development of Circular Water Management Possibilities at Multisectoral (Urban, Industrial and Agricultural) Scale: The Case of Küçük Menderes River Basin

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Istanbul Aydın University (Dr. Lecturer Hasan Volkan ORAL) coordinated by Dokuz Eylül University, General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works and GTE as project partners “Development of Circular Water Management Opportunities at Multisectoral (Urban, Industrial and Agricultural) Scale: The Case of Küçük Menderes River Basin” project is supported by COST European Cooperation in Science and Technology and TUBITAK joint programme “Implementing nature-based solutions for creating a resourceful city -CA 17133 – WG 2” action.

The project aims to develop circular water management possibilities at a multispectral scale in the case of the Küçük Menderes River Basin. The issue of water allocation will be partially proposed based on the intended uses that will indirectly come up when analysing different water uses (industry-urban-agriculture), integrating the treatment option when necessary. Therefore, the discussion and evaluation of both the water quality in Küçük Menderes and the water quality that may arise from cyclic processes will emerge as the project develops.

Mey|Diageo- Water Replacement Project in Manisa Region

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Within the scope of Mey|Diageo’s Ecosystem 2030 targets determined at the global level, the “Drip Irrigation” project was realized as the first water supply project of GTE in Alasehir, Manisa Region. In the project, where EWA Corporate Consulting is a project partner, infrastructure improvement was made by working with local municipalities and a local irrigation cooperative to establish a more efficient drip system.

The main purpose of the project is to increase the product quality, increase the yield and increase the income of the farmers in the vineyards of the region. Thanks to the project, it was foreseen that 50% savings could be achieved in the amount of water used, and more than 15,100 cubic meters of water was recovered in 2022.

Use of Biomass to be Produced from Red Sea Algae in the Production of Valuable Bio-components

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The consultancy of the project carried out by Kırıkkale University with the feasibility support provided by Ahiler Development Agency was done by GTE. In the project, it is aimed to reduce negative environmental impacts by using microalgae production and wastewater treatment synergistically and to provide commercial benefits for different sectors of algae biomass.

The project was completed in February 2021. During the feasibility study, a technical/economic feasibility study was conducted for a pilot plant for an innovative microalgae system that will provide nutrient recovery by treating wastewater with an intersectoral “symbiotic approach”.

Exploring Industrial Symbiosis Possibilities for Food Chain Waste

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A project to explore industrial symbiosis opportunities for food chain waste was carried out in Antalya with the Fund for the Third Phase of the Civil Society Support Program (CSSP-III) of the Turkish Food Rescue Association. The project, which started in 2019, was completed in 2020.

Technical field studies were carried out by GTE within the scope of the project. In the light of the information obtained, potential industrial symbiosis opportunities that stand out in the sector were investigated and a workshop was held.

Evaluation of Water Efficiency Focused R&D and Process Development Opportunities

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Within the scope of the technical support of Bursa Eskişehir Bilecik Development Agency (BEBKA), the Water Efficiency Focused R&D and Process Development/Improvement Opportunities Project was supported, and the technical consultancy of the project, which started towards the end of 2020, is provided by GTE.

In this context, it is aimed to determine the water efficiency application possibilities by carrying out studies to determine the critical points/products dependent on water. It is aimed to ensure the sustainability of application opportunities by conducting in-house trainings on water efficiency, water footprint and carbon footprint.

Media Recovery and Value-Added Fertilizer Production from Biogas Plant Wastes

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“Media Recovery from Biogas Facility Wastes”, under the direction of METU Environmental Engineering Department (Assist. Prof. Dr. Yasemin Dilşad Yılmazel), where Cranfield University (Dr. Imma Bortone) and GTE are the project partners and SÜTAŞ is the beneficiary. and Fertilizer Production with High Value Added project was supported by the Katip Çelebi-Newton Fund under the joint program of the Royal Academy of Engineering (United Kingdom) and TUBITAK.

The main purpose of the project is to transform wastewater, which causes significant environmental problems when not treated sufficiently, into valuable products. Within the scope of the project, which will last for 2 years, the use of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) compounds, which can cause various operational problems in biogas plants and are found extensively in wastewater, for the production of “Struvite”, a valuable fertilizer, will be investigated.

Water Sustainability of Turkish Dairy Sector: Efficiency, Risks and Vulnerabilities

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The “Water Sustainability of the Turkish Dairy Industry: Efficiency, Risks and Vulnerabilities” project was carried out by the Association of Packaged Milk and Dairy Products Manufacturers (ASÜD) with the support of the Turkey – EU Civil Society Dialogue call for the fifth term. In the project where ASÜD is the coordinator beneficiary; International Business Leaders Forum (IBLF) from England, Water Footprint Network (WFN) from Netherlands and Climate Research Association (IAD)-GTE from Turkey took place as co-beneficiaries.

The aim of the project is to assess the water risk and examine the possible effects of water risk on the value chain, thereby reducing the vulnerability of the Turkish dairy sector regarding water-related risks. Within the scope of the project, field visits were carried out at the farm and enterprise level, and the water dependency in the entire value chain of the current water use in the Turkish dairy industry (feed, dairy animal raising, milk and dairy products production and delivery to the consumer) and the impact of the dairy sector on water resources were evaluated.