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Marius Madalin Silion

- BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L.

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Promoting capacity building and knowledge for the extension of urban gardens in European cities. Call name: P 3 - SP 3.2 - Proiecte ERA.NET - COFUND
COFUND-ENUTC-U-GARDEN-1 2022 - 2024

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L.

Project partners: BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L. (RO); University of Valencia. Polibienestar Research Institute (ES); Polytechnic University of Valencia (ES); Warsaw University of Technology (PL); Warsaw University of Life Sciences (PL); University of Gothenburg (SE); Municipality of Gothenburg (SE); Region Västra Götaland (SE); Valencia City Council (ES); Consell de L’Horta de Valencia Consortium (ES); City Hall of Warsaw (PL); Commons Lab Foundation (PL); SAM Rozkwit Association (PL); One Muranów Foundation (PL)

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Project website: https://www.beiaro.eu/u-garden/

Abstract:

Urban gardens are a key component of the traditional urban and peri-urban landscapes of the main European cities. Beyond food production and consumption, urban gardens provide a wide range of ecosystem and social services, with a positive impact on the urban and socio-residential environment. Thus, the main aim of this project is to promote the implementation of urban gardens and agroforestry experiences as key components of the strategic framework for sustainable urban development in European cities, from an interdisciplinary approach.

Fintech Platform Solution for Sustainable Energy System Intracting and Contracting boosting energy saving and renewable energy Call name: P 3 - SP 3.2 - Proiecte ERA.NET - COFUND
COFUND-ENERDIGIT-FinSESCo 2022 - 2024

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L.

Project partners: BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L. (RO); Effiziente.st Energie- und Umweltconsulting e.U. (AT); Stiftung Europe University Viadruna (DE); Wellness TechGroup (ES); SEnerCon GmbH (DE); Vellore Institute of Technology (IN); QiGrid Technologies Private Limited (IN); Emerson Control and Automation (IN); Institute for Energy Studies - Anna University (IN); Baer Messtechnik (DE); Frank Bold Advokáti s.r.o, (CZ)

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Project website: http://www.beiaro.eu/finsesco/

Abstract:

The mission of the project is allowing a wave of decarbonisation projects easing the set-up of Energy Performance and Energy Savings Performance Contracting EPCo/ESPCo by end-to-end digitalisation of the energy contracting (and the intracting process for public bodies and larger companies). Using pre-existing data from buildings passes and energy audits, a gamified investment process, providing diversification options in an investor dashboard, smart contracts, a digital encrypted meter- based repayment process and machine learning-based fault detection during operation will be offered by platform modules. A guidance tool allows potential portal developers to steer their projects into the right direction. The competencies and diversity of the partners from 5 EU countries + India include skills for setting up energy related services, also using machine learning and crypto-technology, smart metering, legal tech for energy contracting, and social research for a green energy transition.

Climate smart food innovation using plant and seaweed proteins from upcycled sources Call name: P 3 - SP 3.2 - Proiecte ERA.NET
ERANET-SUSFOOD-FOSC-IPSUS 2022 - 2024

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L.

Project partners: BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L. (RO); University of Greenwich, Natural Resources Institute (GB); University of Parma / Department of Food and Drug (IT); Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University Department of Food and Nutrition, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Department of Food Engineering (TR); Ecole Nationale d'Agriculture de Meknes (MA); SSICA, Environment Department. Sustainability and Enhancement Area (IT); Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat, Mohammed V University UPR of Pharmacognosy (MA); Kaanlar Food Inc. Quality Assurrance and Product Development Department (TR); KEDGE Business School Accounting, Finance and Economics (FR)

Affiliation:

Project website: https://www.beiaro.eu/ipsus/

Abstract:

Food choices impact human and planetary health. The negative environmental impacts of the food system, increasing food insecurity and the prevalence of unhealthy diets are driving policymakers, scientists, companies and consumers to demand sustainable solutions. Globally, livestock emits 14.5% of GHGs, causes 30% of biodiversity loss, and meat demand is projected to double by 2050. Transitioning diets to more sustainable sources of protein is crucial. Plant-based proteins are currently the fastest growing food trend but are dependent on soy. The IPSUS project will exploit opportunities for extracting upcycled plant and seaweed proteins from raw materials otherwise destined to join the ~1.6 billion tonnes of annual global food loss and waste (FLW). Six protein-rich sources (pumpkin, hazelnut, grape, potato, brewers' spent grain, seaweeds) were selected for study across partner countries (UK, Italy, Romania, Turkey, Morocco). The quantity, quality and upcycling opportunities of FLW along these value chains will be investigated. Novel protein extraction methods will be tested to identify less energy-intensive and more affordable techniques. The related nutritional quality and safety of the plant and seaweed sources and upcycled proteins will be assessed, taking bio-accessibility and potential allergenicity into account. Initially, incorporation of upcycled FLW proteins into meat alternative and cheese alternative formulations will be at lab-scale, followed by prototype development at pilot-scale by the industrial partners. Functional and sensory acceptability of the prototypes will be compared to the existing products, additionally targeting improved nutritional (low salt, sugar, fat) and cleaner label (less chemical additives) offerings currently lacking in the plant-based meat and cheese alternatives. Exploration of consumer behaviors, preferences and the enabling regulatory and policy environment will reveal drivers and barriers of the sustainable upcycled plant-based protein shift.

Intelligent PREdictive Maintenance for Aquaculture Systems Call name: P 3 - SP 3.2 - Proiecte ERA.NET
ERANET-MARTERA-iPREMAS-1 2022 - 2024

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L.

Project partners: BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL S.R.L. (RO); Haedes (BE)

Affiliation:

Project website: https://beiaro.eu/ipremas/

Abstract:

IPREMAS - "Intelligent PREdictive Maintenance for Aquaculture Systems" is a research project aiming to improve the performance of aquaculture farms by introducing a novel platform and service for Intelligent predictive maintenance. The platform is based on innovative monitoring systems and smart infrastructure, relying on machine learning (ML) and artificial (AI) intelligence techniques. The platform measures key parameters in real time introducing innovative multi-sensor gauges which feed a chain of ML models for Time Series Forecasting (TSF), Anomaly Detection (AD), Fault Classification (FC) and Remaining Useful Life (RUL) estimation. The measurements give the current health status of the farm site while the forecasts provide a glimpse of future status; analysis of the predictions allow to identify the potential need of preventive/corrective maintenance. A cloud-based integration of the different components of the platform allows to improve connectivity and safety while optimizing the business process which lets the farmers benefit from a tailor made Software as a Service solution.

INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY PRODUCTION FROM INTEGRATED NATURAL SOURCES IN COMPLEX INSTALLATIONS Call name: P 1 - SP 1.2 - Proiecte complexe realizate in consorții CDI
PN-III-P1-1.2-PCCDI-2017-0406 2018 - 2021

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NAŢIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU PROTECŢIA MEDIULUI BUCUREŞTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NAŢIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU PROTECŢIA MEDIULUI BUCUREŞTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU MASINI SI INSTALATII DESTINATE AGRICULTURII SI INDUSTRIEI ALIMENTARE - INMA (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NAŢIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU PROTECŢIA MEDIULUI BUCUREŞTI (RO)

Project website: http://teachersproject.ro/

Abstract:

Having as common focus the innovative developments in renewable energy, the project consortium brings together university, academic and scientific research organizations whose objectives converge towards performance improvement by supporting existing institutional research capabilities. The project aims to optimize renewable energy production facilities and to develop functional models which will ensure electric power supply with integrated natural sources, especially in disadvantaged areas, by applying new and emerging technologies. Starting from the complex electricity generation systems, which are patented/in process of being patented at national level, and with the contribution of the coordinator and the partner institutions that will develop the component projects, the integrated generation-supply assemblies will be validated under relevant operating conditions. Within the project the complementary partnership for innovation is promoted, the members having a well-defined role within the consortium, each contributing to the significant optimization of the complex systems for renewable energy production in both coastal areas and for flowing waters, improvement of hydrogenerators, and realization of pilot models for demonstration and provision of thermal and electrical energy. This project provides the necessary support to strengthen the scientific and technical competencies through the correlation and coordination of activities and resources within public research organizations and the capitalization of these competences through research results provided to the socio-economic field. The project implementation leads to the improvement of research infrastructure at the consortium level and to the reinforcement of institutions capacity through the formation and involvement of the newly employed human resource, in order to acquire new knowledge in the field of innovative technologies for energy production from renewable resources in integrated complex installations.

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