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Circular-based alternative protein extraction from grape seeds for wine-making process
Acronym
LIFE21-ENV-IT-SEEDSPRO2WINE
Project title
Circular-based alternative protein extraction from grape seeds for wine-making process
External reference
101074362
Description/abstract
40% of grape pomace produced in EU wine industry is destinated to a low waste-hierarchy stage (fertilizer or fuel) although the grape seeds are rich in proteins that shall be extracted and revalorized during winemaking process. • SEEDSPRO2WINE implements one circular business model based on a pioneering & mature-R&D-results industrial process for the extraction of proteins from de-tannificated grape to be exploited as a fining agent in the wine industry and to replace the traditionally-used protein gelatin of animal origin and protein extracts from food crops. • The system will produce 24 tons/y of proteins by end of the project while 120 tons/y are planned by 2031, covering 17% of Italian protein demand (5% EU). • A reduction of GHG emission is expected comparing our process with the animal and vegetal-based proteins.
Financing entity
EUROPEAN COMMISSION
Amount granted
82.938,69 €
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Call
LIFE-2021-SAP-ENV: Circular Economy and Quality of Life - Standard Action Projects (SAP) (Work programme year LIFE-2021-2024). Topic: LIFE-2021-SAP-ENV-ENVIRONMENT: Circular Economy, resources from Waste, Air, Water, Soil, Noise, Chemicals, Bauhaus. Type of Action: LIFE-PJG LIFE Project Grants
