PROJECT PRESENTATION

APPLAUSE – Alien PLAnt SpEcies

The project addresses problem of dealing with invasive alien plant species and explores possibilities of their useful use with active involvement of City of Ljubljana residents.

Invasive alien plant species can be a rich source of cellulose fibers and ICP, a project partner, is exploring the possibilities of their use for paper production and innovative paper products that are environmentally friendly, biodegradable and compliant with the concept of a circular economy and zero waste green technology.

Main activities and goals of the project:

Sustainable urban development
Raw material and product innovation
Replacement of linear with circular business model
Establishment of database of IAPS locations and effective monitoring system
Preparation of the list of appropriate invasive alien plant species (IAPS) for paper, wood and food products, dyes and
home-made formulations against plantharmful organisms
Development of new, nonconventional approaches for producing paper from IAPS by using enzymes
Education and raising awareness among target groups on identification, collection, processing and use of IAPS
Knowledge development on hand-paper-making and manufacture of wood products from IAPS to preserve handicraft skills and local traditions at DIY workshop

Project coordinator: City of Ljubljana

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