Production of
advanced biodiesel from
animal wastes using
supercritical
technologies
Animal waste valorisation for an eco-efficient biodiesel

Would you use an eco-efficient biodiesel from waste coming from the tannery industry?

A LIFE funded project works on a pilot plant that applies an improved, sustainable and ecological process aiming circular economy.

Current situation

In Europe, 17 million tons of animal by-products are managed (SANDACH). They produce 2’85 million of animal fats a part of which are fated to disposal in landfills or incineration. This means a problem for both, the climate and the environment since they can contain harmful substances.

Main Objective

To demonstrate at pilot plant scale the production of two types of biofuels from animal fat residues. These biofuels will be achieved using supercritical conditions with new catalytic technology, thus producing technical, environmental and economic advantages on regard the traditional process.

LATEST NEWS

25May

Process to obtain eco-efficient, sustainable and ecological biodiesel for the production of heat and energy

Biodiesel is mainly used in Spain as an automotive fuel. However, it has multiple uses with different regulatory requirements. However, can the biodiesel.. Read More →
10Apr

The supercritical reactor of the Life Superbiodiesel pilot plant achieves the required operating conditions

Industrial reactors are containers designed to ensure that the substances are in proper contact with each other so that they are correctly modified,.. Read More →
17Jan

European Commission awards innovation prize to ‘Life Superbiodiesel’ project

Under the ‘Key Innovator’ label, the European Union identifies cutting-edge and ground-breaking innovations funded by the EU. With regard to the Life Superbiodiesel.. Read More →