Events

Discover all the events organized by NODES, the Spokes, and its ecosystem, and participate from North to South.

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2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
TAPPA 8
Meeting
2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
ROUND GRIP Spoke 2 - 8th stop at the University of Eastern Piedmont to discover innovative solutions for waste-to-energy!
We look forward to seeing you at the next round of Round GRIP meetings on Tuesday, 20 May 2025, at the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Largo Donegani 2, 28100 Novara starting at 14:00.   A Focus on Upcycling and New Solutions for Waste Utilisation During the event, the research activities of Research Module 2 (RM2) of the GRIP project will be explored. This is an unmissable opportunity to explore concrete sustainability strategies and exchange views with experts in the field.   A rich and interactive programme The final programme is being finalised. Provisional programme: 14:00 - 14:30 | Accreditation 14:30 - 14:35 | Institutional greetings 14:35 - 14:45 | The NODES Ecosystem and the Spoke 2 14:45 - 14:55 | The RM2: introduction 14:55 - 15:35 | The RM2: the context and critical issues 15:35 - 16:00 | The companies 16:00 - 16:45 | Working tables 16:45 - 17:30 | Follow-up of the working tables 17:30 | Closing and networking aperitif   Let's build a sustainable future together The event is a moment of exchange and networking for companies, researchers and professionals interested in green technologies. We will conclude with a networking aperitif, to encourage informal discussions and the emergence of new collaborations.   Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference. We are waiting for you!   SUBSCRIBE HERE
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Roadshow_Como
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2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
NODES Spring Roadshow - Spoke 2 - SUSTAINABLE TEXTILE: GRIP PARTICIPATES IN INNOVATION
We look forward to seeing you at the Spoke 2 stop of the NODES Spring Roadshow   A focus on innovation in sustainable textiles The textile industry is undergoing a sustainable revolution. During the event, we will deepen the research activities of Research Module 3 (RM3) of the GRIP project, with a focus on new recycling technologies and circular economy strategies for the textile industry.   It will be the perfect opportunity to get to know the Spoke 2 Industrial PoCs of the Vegea and TOT companies.   An unmissable opportunity to discover the perspectives of the industry, meet experts and engage with companies that are leading the way in sustainable transition.   📅 Wednesday 19 March 2025 📍 Università degli Studi dell'Insubria - Chiostro di Sant'Abbondio | Via Sant’Abbondio 12, Como A rich and interactive programme 14:00 - 14:30 | Registrations 14:30 - 14:35 | Institutional greetings – Mauro Fasano, Università degli Studi dell'Insubria 14:35 - 15:30 | The NODES ecosystem, Spoke 2 industrial PoCs and the Research Module 3 research - Interventi di Nicole Mariotti, Gianluigi Broggini, Elena Rosini, Antonio Di Guardo, Marta Lualdi, Elena Maggi, Mauro Fasano 15:30 - 15:40 | Industrial reality of polyester textile recycling – Maurizio Crippa, GR3N 15:40 - 15:55 | Atelier Riforma: Re4Circular and the Movimento Moda Responsabile - Giulia Vittori, Atelier Riforma 15:55 - 16:00 | Greetings from the trade associations - Gianluca Brenna, Confindustria Como & Federico Colombo, filiera tessile di Confindustria Como 16:00 - 16:10 | The importance of the paradigm shift in industrial culture – Maurizio Moscatelli, Acquedotto Industriale 16:10 - 17:00 | How much do you know? (Interactive questionnaire) - Moderated by Barbara Pozzo, Università degli Studi dell’Insubria With contributions from: Luisa Minoli - Confindustria Varese Caterina Salemme - Confindustria Como Claudio D. Brugnoni - Centro Tessile Cotoniero e Abbigliamento Enrica Baldini - Centro Tessile Serico Sostenibile Mauro Chezzi - Confindustria Moda Maurizio Crippa - GR3N 17:00 - 17:15 | NODES Spoke 2 industrial PoCs companies - Marco Valtolina, Vegea; Chams Chmiel, TOT 17:15 - 17:30 | Q&A and closing 17:30 | Networking aperitif Nicole Mariotti, Spoke 2 third party manager, moderates the day.   Let's build a sustainable future together The event is an opportunity for networking between companies, researchers and professionals who want to contribute to innovation in the textile sector. We look forward to seeing you there!   SIGN UP HERE   This event represents as well the seventh stop of Round GRIP - the Spoke 2 series of meetings for research
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Spoke 2 Assembly
Meeting
2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
Spoke 2 Assembly
The Spoke 2 - Green technologies and sustainable industries - will meet on 18 March 2025 in Turin to closely evaluate the status of the Spoke's work with the groups and its Partners.   Event for Spoke partners and staff only   If you are an RM leader or partner of Spoke 2 and have not already received the invitation e-mail, please write to us at spoke2.nodes@unito.it
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BioInvestIt 2025_2i3T_Spoke 2
Meeting
2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
BioInvestIt 2025: Circular economy meets investors
BioInvestIt 2025 returns with its second edition as a reference point for start-ups, innovative SMEs and research projects in the circular bioeconomy. A unique event that connects emerging realities with strategic investors, fostering innovation and growth in the sector.     The event On 5 March 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the 2i3T Incubator premises (Aula Mendel, Via Nizza 52, Torino), one of the stages of the BioInvestIt Roadshow will be held. An unmissable opportunity to present innovative business ideas and discover the opportunities offered by the investment market. The initiative is organised by the SPRING Cluster in cooperation with the European Circular Bioeconomy Fund, Bio4dreams and a network of local partners. The focus is on the circular economy and sustainable solutions for a greener future.   Why participate? Pitch Session: If you have an innovative project in the bio-economy sector (biobased chemicals, bioenergies, biomaterials, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, functional food, industrial biotechnology, agribusiness, sustainable agriculture, etc.), you can apply to present it to investors.   Networking: A unique opportunity to connect with investors, industry experts and other innovators.   Visibility: Present your start-up or project in a highly qualified and international context.   How to apply? In order to participate in the pitch session, it is necessary to check that you meet the requirements by consulting the official rules. The pitch must be in English and have a maximum duration of 8 minutes. Se sei un progetto, una startup o una PMI innovativa e vuoi cogliere questa opportunità, compila il form di iscrizione If you are an innovative project, start-up or SME and would like to seize this opportunity, please fill in the application form   APPLY HERE   Participate as an auditor! You don't have a project to present but would like to attend the speeches and discover trends in the sector? Register and attend as an auditor to get in touch with the world of the circular bioeconomy and its protagonists.   Contact If you have any questions or needs, please contact the BioInvestIt team at: innovazione@2i3t.it   More info here      Regulation     The event is organised in collaboration with Cluster Spring as part of the NODES ecosystem - Nord Ovest Digitale e Sostenibile - Spoke 2
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Demo Day ReAction
Meeting
2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
Demo Day | ReAction – Acceleration Program by NODES
The Demo Day of ReAction - Acceleration Program by NODES is the concluding event of the first phase of the acceleration programme dedicated to Italian start-ups engaged in environmental sustainability and the circular economy.   Where: OGR Torino When: Friday 21st February 2025 | 10.30 a.m. - 1.30 p.m. For whom: Start-ups and innovators active in emerging technologies and digital solutions. What is it? A free networking event and presentation of the projects developed within the ReAction programme, with the opportunity to get in touch with investors, experts and companies in the sector.   Agenda 10.30 - Opening of accreditations 11.00 - Start of the event 11.00 - 11.15 - Institutional greetings | OGR Torino, Progetto NODES - Hub and Spoke 2, Feat.Ventures 11.15 - 11.45 - 1st pitch round | Carpecarbon, Sunspeker, CoffeeFrom, Weply, ALPINVISION, Enercade 11.45 - 12.00 - Keynote speech 12.00 - 12.45 - 2nd pitch round | Aira, Nantoo, BILLD, RUMA, Deempact 12.45 - 13.30 - Networking   Get your ticket  Discover more   Access to the event will be permitted until capacity is reached.
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TAPPA 6
Meeting
2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
ROUND GRIP Spoke 2 - 6th stop at the Politecnico di Torino to find out how to get rid of CO₂ with GRIP's RM 5 technologies!
We look forward to seeing you at the next round of Round GRIP meetings to be held on Thursday 6 February 2025, at the Maxwell Hall of the Politecnico di Torino, in Corso Castelfidardo 42/A (Scavalchi Manica Approdo building) starting at 09:30.   A focus on technological solutions for CO₂ reduction During the event, the research activities of Research Module 5 (RM5) of the GRIP project will be explored, with a focus on innovative technologies for capturing and utilising CO₂. It is an unmissable opportunity to explore concrete strategies for sustainability and exchange views with experts in the field.   A rich and interactive programme 09:30 - 10:00 | Registration 10:00 - 10:05 | Introduction and greetings - Nicole Mariotti 10:05 - 10:10 | The NODES Ecosystem and the Spoke 2  - Edoardo Braccio 10:10 - 10:15 | CO₂ in the GRIP project: a waste to be valorised? - Silvia Fraterrigo Garofalo 10:15 - 10:35 | CO₂: how much do you know? 10:35 - 11:05 | The technologies 10:55 - 11:15 | Carbon Capture, Use and Storage in International Projects and Italy: State of the Art and Market Prospects - Marco Illich 11:15 - 11:45 | Coffee Break 11:45 - 12:00 | Carbon credits: the role of biochar - Viviana Negro 12:00 - 12:30 | Companies: Hysytech, ACEA, Ecospray Technologies 12:30 - 13:30 | Visit to the laboratories and discussion panels on the themes of the event 13:30 | Closing and light lunch Nicole Mariotti, Spoke 2 third parties manager moderates the event.   Building a sustainable future together L’evento rappresenta un momento di scambio e networking per aziende, ricercatori e professionisti interessati alle tecnologie green. Concluderemo con un light lunch, per favorire il confronto informale e la nascita di nuove collaborazioni. The event is a moment of exchange and networking for companies, researchers and professionals interested in green technologies. We will conclude with a light lunch, to encourage informal discussion and the emergence of new collaborations.   Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference. We are waiting for you!   SIGN UP HERE
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Round Grip - 5^Tappa
Meeting
2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
ROUND GRIP Spoke 2 - 5th stop at Environment Park in Turin for Circular Transformations of Mineral and Organic Waste with GRIP RM 1
We are proud to announce the next stop of the Round GRIP series of meetings to be held on Thursday 21st November 2024, at the Kyoto Room of the Turin Environment Park (Via Livorno 60, 10144 Turin) starting at 14:15. A focus on the circularity of mineral and organic waste During the event we will explore the research activities of Research Module 1 (RM1) of the GRIP project, with a focus on the circular transformation of organic, mineral and construction waste. It will be a unique opportunity to get to know the ongoing projects up close and to interact directly with the innovators of Community Spoke 2. An afternoon full of initiatives and debate The programme also includes interactive sessions and working tables. Among the star projects will be ‘The Circle’, winner of Line A of the NODES calls for proposals, and other pioneering initiatives in the field of green tech. There will also be a ‘Circular Materials Market’ curated by NODES researchers, with exhibitions and workshops to raise awareness of the advantages of a circular approach to materials. EVENT PROGRAMME 14.15 | Participant registration 14.30 - 14.40 | Presentation of the NODES project and Green Tech by Edoardo Braccio 14.40 - 14.45 | Introduction to the Research Module 1 - RM1 (G.A. Dino) 14.45 - 14.55 | Project ‘The Circle’, winner Line A NODES call for proposals 15.00 - 15.40 | Circular materials market, by the researchers of RM1 NODES Spoke 2 15.40 - 16.30 | Working tables ‘Circular materials: what do you think?’ - moderated by Giovanna Antonella Dino, Francesca Gambino, Susanna Mancini, Elio Padoan and Marco Casale 16.30 - 17.00 | Presentation of group works and closing 17.00 | Final networking aperitif A time to build new ideas and projects together The meeting is a networking and exchange opportunity for all those interested in innovations and challenges related to sustainability and the circular economy.   We look forward to seeing you there!   SUBSCRIBE HERE
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Ecomondo 2024
Meeting
2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
Ecomondo 2024: Spoke 2 present at the green fair in Rimini!
From Tuesday 5th November to Friday 8th November 2024, Rimini will host the 27th edition of Ecomondo, one of the most important Italian events dedicated to Green Tech.   NODES Spoke 2 will participate in this edition, promoting the research and innovation of the ecosystem and the University of Turin, giving visibility to innovative projects in the environmental field to create new connections with exhibitors and visitors interested in the ecological transition. Ecomondo represents a European benchmark for sustainability, welcoming leading companies and cutting-edge projects in the areas of water management, waste disposal, bioenergy, sustainable agriculture and smart cities.   At stand 311 - Hall South, NODES Spoke 2 will present innovative research prototypes and materials, showcasing NODES projects. A number of researchers will be present to illustrate their innovations to the public.   Conference: The reuse of treated wastewater On Thursday 7 November 2024, the Camelia Room on the 1st floor of Hall B6 will host the meeting “Il riuso delle acque reflue trattate: uno strumento per mitigare la scarsità idrica e il cambiamento climatico”. This conference, promoted by the Water Reuse Scientific Platform in collaboration with NODES Spoke 2 and with the participation of the Full Professor of Organic Chemistry, University of Turin and Spoke 2 coordinator, Prof. Cristina Prandi, will address water reuse in a multidisciplinary way, touching on topics ranging from advanced treatment technologies to risk assessment and environmental, social and economic sustainability.   Registration To participate in the conference, you must fill in the registration form.   REGISTER HERE
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SPOKE 2 IWLNM 2024
Workshop
2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
9th International Workshop on Layered and Nanostructured Materials
The 9th edition of the International Workshop on Layered and Nanostructured Materials (IWLNM 24), will be held from 23 to 26 June 2024 in Perugia, a beautiful city with a remarkable cultural heritage and artistic life and an exceptional architectural heritage. The conference takes up the legacy of previous editions (2006-Alessandria, Italy; 2008-Vercelli, Italy; 2010-Bochum, Germany; 2012-Campinas, Brazil; 2014-Mulhouse, France; 2016-Kutna Hora, Czech Republic; 2018- Krakov, Poland; 2022-Toledo, Spain) focused on the synthesis, characterisation and applications of lamellar materials such as metal phosphates/phosphonates, hydrotalcites, clays, graphene, MXenes and nanostructured materials, including silicates and zeolites, transition metal oxides and organic-inorganic hybrids.
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2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
ROUND GRIP - 3rd stop in Turin to explore the theme of Industrial Symbiosis
Registration is now open for the 3rd stop of Round GRIP: We look forward to seeing you on 19 June 2024 (9:30 a.m.) in the Aula de Filippi - Ex Caserma Podgora, Via Accademia Albertina, 13. We will give you more information about the event programme in the coming days. Register via Eventbrite as soon as possible. CLICK HERE      
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2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
ROUND GRIP - 2nd stop in Benevento for the Spoke 2 NODES series of meetings
On 21 May 2024 - 9:30/13:00 a delegation from Spoke 2 will travel to the University of Sannio in Benevento, a partner in Southern Italy, for the 2nd stage of the Round GRIP cycle of meetings. Public (Dis)Value in the Energy Transition Benevento, University of Sannio Conference Hall PROGRAMME 09:00 | Registration of participants 09:30 | Greeting with the Rector of the University of Sannio at the Rettorato 10:00 | Start of meetings at Sala Convegni, First Floor Prof.ssa Cristina Prandi, Full Professor of Organic Chemistry, University of Turin and Spoke 2 Coordinator Prof. Paolo Esposito, Moderator/Conclusions Dott.ssa Maria Carmela Serluca, Councillor for the Budget of the Municipality of Benevento Dott.ssa Anna Pezza, General Manager of Confindustria Benevento Dott. Donato Madaro, Sole Director ASIA BENEVENTO S.p.A. Prof. Marco Consales, University of Sannio Prof. Maurizio Sasso, University of Sannio Prof. Eugenio Zimeo, University of Sannio Dott. Edoardo Braccio, Project Manager Spoke 2 13:00 | Lunch Break 14:20 | Visit to the ‘Casetta’ H ZEB - UNISANNIO residential and laboratory facility 15:30 | Visit to the laboratories located in Piazza Risorgimento 16.30 | Return to the Rectorate and possible visit to the Church of Santa Sofia (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and visit to the Hortus Conclusus
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Spoke 2 - RG 1 small timbro
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2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
ROUND GRIP - 1st stop in Turin for the Spoke 2 NODES series of meetings
Spoke 2 - Green technologies and sustainable industries - has created ROUND GRIP: this is a cycle of multidisciplinary meetings that promotes collaboration between researchers and companies, catalysing innovation from research to the region. The aim is to create an innovative community: lasting synergies between participants, integrating research and industry to address the challenges of the ecological transition. This project represents an essential bridge between theory and practice, actively contributing to environmental sustainability and technological progress. On 13 March 2024 - 9:30 a.m. / 2 p.m. at the Kyoto Room, Environment Park, Via Livorno 60, Turin, the first stage of the cycle of meetings will be held. Planned activities: Featured sustainable innovation: exclusive presentation of GRIP (GReen processes for Industrial Productions and cost-effective effluents valorisation), to highlight the most innovative and promising fields of research in green technologies. Exploration of the winning projects of the PNRR funds: session dedicated to posters of the winning projects of the first cut-off of the cascade calls Line A, B and Industrial PhD. Networking opportunities: B2B and B2R networking sessions to foster fruitful collaborations, exchanges between companies and researchers in the sector and, why not, to get to know your ‘next-door neighbour’.  
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Spoke2_BioInvest_economia_circolare
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2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
BIOINVESTIT - where the circular economy meets investors
On 5 March 2024 from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. at the UniTo 2i3T Incubator in Via Nizza 52 will take place ‘BioInvestIT - where the circular economy meets investors’, organised in collaboration with Cluster Spring as part of the ‘NODES’ ecosystem - Nord Ovest Digitale e Sostenibile - Spoke 2.    BioInvestIT is a recently launched annual investment forum dedicated to the circular bioeconomy and open to established companies, start-ups and research projects from Italy and other European countries. Thanks to a programme full of partners and collaborations, companies (Start-ups or Innovative SMEs) will be able to benefit from structured networking and direct contact with international players and investors through a growth path.   The agenda of the day includes:   Greetings by Fiorella Altruda, President 2i3T Presentation of BioInvestIT by Mario Bonaccorso Round Table The Circular Bioeconomy in Italy, Mario Bonaccorso Director Cluster Spring Research and excellence in UniTO: experiences and opportunities in the bioeconomy, Cristina Prandi, Full Professor of Organic Chemistry, University of Turin and Spoke 2 Coordinator - Green technologies and sustainable industries NODES The Novamont bioeconomy platform for territorial regeneration – Alberto Fragapane, External Relations and Novamont Research Centre SACE's support to companies for the Green New Deal and innovation – Luca La Banca, Relationship Manager Sales PMI Nord SACE Terra Next – The Bioeconomy programme of the CDP Venture Capital National Accelerator Network – Gregorio Roccasecca – Program manager Terra Next Regional instruments supporting R&D&I: funding opportunities in the bioeconomy ecosystem – Giovanni Amateis, University system, right to study, research and innovation Competitiveness Directorate of the Piedmont Region Pitch Session and award ceremony.  
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NODES - Spoke 2 Assembly
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2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
Spoke 2 Assembly: appointment on 15 January 2024 in Turin
The Spoke 2 - Green technologies and sustainable industries - will meet on 15 January 2024 in Turin to closely evaluate the status of the Spoke's work with the groups and its Partners in view of the Ecosystem General Assembly. The details of the programme are being finalised and will be made available in the coming days. The planned activities include the Work Package (Booster), the analysis of the state of the art and the progress made by the Spoke for each task and by each partner according to the Programme of the NODES Project - Nord Ovest Digitale E Sostenibile - financed by the MUR funds of the PNRR-NextGenerationEU in which the following will be examined:   Ecosystem’s engagement and development by Spoke Research Booster Competente Booster Innovation Booster Acceleration Booster Monitoring, evaluation and impact
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Spoke 2 - Settimana del sociale
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2. Green technologies and sustainable industries
Spoke 2 is part of the Social Week - ‘Io Sono Impresa Sostenibile’, Miasino (NO)
Edoardo Braccio, the Project Manager of Spoke 2 - Green Technologies and Sustainable Industry of the NODES Project, will participate with a speech entitled "Il PNRR per un Nord-Ovest Sostenibile" at the event "Io Sono Impresa Sostenibile". The event is scheduled for 1 December 2023 at Villa Nigra in Piazza Beltrami 5, Miasino (NO), as part of the Settimana del Sociale, a week of meetings organised by Confartigianato Imprese Piemonte Orientale and partners to discuss social welfare.
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