PILOTS

ECO FARM - Italy

ECO FARM’s aim is to support to local producers, with particular attention to environmental sustainability and respect for nature. Located in Sicily, in an agricultural area with a high potential of biomass of different nature deriving from the cultivation of peaches, apricots, melons, table and must grapes, wheat and oil olives to be exploited for the production of renewable energy.

Additionally, thanks to its location and the already developed network of farmers which provide agricultural products to be transformed into food, the company can find other forms of biomass such as poultry manure.

Current status

The focus on eco-sustainability and the reduction of CO2 emissions led the company to invest in photovoltaic system of 200 kW and weather stations.

Project goal

Through the TEAPOTS project, Eco Farm will evaluate and study the best strategy for energy independence and renewable energy production. In addition, thanks to pyrolysis and ORC the goal is to obtain a product such as biochar, to be used as an organic fertilizer reducing the use of chemical fertilizers.

Partners in charge

Leader: STAM

Supporting Partners: ECOFARM

FILIA GHI - Greece

FILIA GHI is dedicated to producing high-quality wines while respecting the land and adhering to sustainable practices. Situated in Thessaly, Greece, in a rural area rich in potential biomass, the company aims to explore renewable energy production through the use of agricultural residues. The site offers opportunities to utilize residual prunings sustainably from vineyards, olive trees, and almond trees.   

In addition to its commitment to eco-friendly wine production, FILIA GHI collaborates with local cooperatives, creating opportunities to repurpose biomass from regional crops such as cotton and maize. 

The company is already committed to eco-conscious initiatives, having installed a 20kW photovoltaic system that offsets approximately 32 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually. 

Current status

Project goal

The TEAPOTS project at FILIA GHI aims to utilize local agricultural biomass, including vineyard, olive, and almond prunings, as well as grape pomace, to generate renewable electricity and cooling for the winery. Additionally, the project will make use of biochar as an eco-friendly fertilizer, and creates a replicable model for green energy in the region. 

Partners in charge

Leader: CERTH  

Supporting Partners: FILIA GHI

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Italian Pilot

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Virtual replication

The digital replication will consider the specific environmental and economic conditions of several parts of Europe to analyse the possible implementation of the TIS. The Countries have been chosen from the network of collaborations the TEAPOTS’ partners have created as integral and active part of their local territories.

Northern Italy, Southern Germany, The Netherlands and Central France

Partners in charge

Leader: DGS

Supporting Partners: UTE, AUA, SMACT, ERSAF, WU, STAM