GREENFOODS

Main target of the project is the development of the GREENFOODS branch concept guiding the user to identify tailor-made solutions for “green production” for SMEs in the different subsectors in the food and beverage industry by combining technological expertise with knowledge on energy efficiency and renewable resources resulting in clear strategies for SMEs for process optimisation and energy supply towards a production without fossil carbon(CO₂) emissions. In the first phase the branch concept has been developed for bakeries, meat production, dairies, fruit and vegetable processing, breweries and beverage will follow.

Furthermore, the GREENFOODS training module integrated as a sector-specific training module in existing energy management trainings such as the European Energy Manager as well as a stand-alone course will be established. Special funding schemes will be developed to facilitate the implementation of identified energy efficiency potentials in SMEs by comparing and analysing existing funding systems.

Applying the GREENFOODS approach, 200 energy audits will be performed including 20 detailed audits and 5 selected SMEs for the implementation of the concepts. Basic audits have been finished in all participating countries and first results are available.

One main topic is the establishment of “virtual energy competence centres – VECC” as one stop shop service centres for SMEs, consultants and energy managers in all participating countries.

First results can be downloaded via the website and project progress can be followed via the social media accounts.

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