Matchmaking in Antwerp port area: successful steps towards industrial symbiosis (25/02/2021)

Based on feedback from the first workshop and the range of flows on the Smartsymbiosis platform, we identified more than 20 concrete residual flows for which high-quality applications were sought. These were addressed in the following thematic working groups:

• organic chemical waste streams from recycling and alternatives to incineration with energy recovery
• inorganic waste streams
• wastewater: reuse, recovery of nutrients and secondary raw materials for water treatment
• plastics

Result

The participants brainstormed about existing bottlenecks, possible applications and elaborations of new applications, focused on ten specific waste streams. As a result, the parties involved agreed to further coordinate and initiate further actions: including setting up tests and research projects, contacting customers, deployment and exchange of specific technology.

Example

Within the working group on inorganic waste streams, a higher-quality application was sought for two streams offered: sand from bottom ash and dredging sludge. An innovative production of bricks was identified as a possible application.

Next steps

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Source: OVAM