From wastewater to resource - the circular systems of tomorrow
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB - Bioekonomi och hälsa - Kretsloppsteknik |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 500 000 |
| Project duration | November 2024 - May 2025 |
| Status | Completed |
| Venture | Impact Innovation Water Wave Societies - Programme-specific interventions |
| Call | Impact Innovation: Collaboration for Sustainable water for all - a Water Wise Societies programme intervention 2024 |
Important results from the project
Our foresight work revealed a strong desire among stakeholders to act now to enable more resource-efficient systems. This involves technology, processes, acceptance, policy, infrastructure, and funding. Future water and wastewater systems will focus more on resource recovery, requiring solutions for both existing systems and new developments.
Expected long term effects
By building actor networks and fostering positive dialogue, doors open for future development where nutrients from wastewater are reused. The project´s results will be carried forward through the existing “Swedish Nutrient Platform” network and will also support an application for a transition lab within Water Wise Societies.
Approach and implementation
The project focused on foresight and system analysis. A digital workshop explored stakeholders and the current state. A physical workshop followed, focusing on trends, the future, vision, and roadmap. 40 participants joined, including 5 group leaders ensuring inclusive and focused discussions. A final digital workshop refined the roadmap. A report was produced and open for input during the revision phase.