Objective
The plastic Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is one of the most used non-biodegradable materials on the planet. In 2010,
demand was 12,621,553 tonnes and it is forecast to grow to 23,452,287 tonnes by 2020. This continuous annual growth
highlights a devastating problem facing all of humanity. In addition to this increase in the consumption of plastic, and the
difficulties of plastic disposal, there is an incapability of plastic manufacturing companies to control the production
adequately. In fact, they endure the instability inherently caused by PET raw material variation, the resulting scrap rates, and
the low possibility to use recycled material.
ACCUCOLOUR reduces these impacts with “PET Plastic Yield”, an advanced product composed of new materials and a
new manufacturing process, equipped with constant monitoring. PET Yield enables plastic packaging manufacturers: a
higher efficiency in the entire manufacturing process; a 4% reduction in scrap rates, and an increased potential for use of
recycled material between 50% (in food packaging) and 100%. Increasing the use of recycled PET and decreasing scrap
rates, ACCUCOLOUR will have a substantial impact on the health of the environment, especially on the marine ecosystem
in Europe.
Further, over 30 positions will be created at ACCUCOLOUR alone, not including indirect growth for customers.
ACCUCOLOUR's role in the market will be very strong as it will be physically close to the main potential clients in order to
foster face-to-face relationships. During the Phase 1 feasibility study the project will focus on identifying and securing the key
partners required for commercialisation, establishing a sound business model and commercialization strategy.
Fields of science (EuroSciVoc)
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- engineering and technology mechanical engineering manufacturing engineering
- engineering and technology electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineering electronic engineering control systems
- engineering and technology other engineering and technologies food technology food packaging
- social sciences economics and business economics sustainable economy
- engineering and technology environmental engineering waste management waste treatment processes
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Programme(s)
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
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H2020-EU.3.5. - SOCIETAL CHALLENGES - Climate action, Environment, Resource Efficiency and Raw Materials
MAIN PROGRAMME
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H2020-EU.2.3.1. - Mainstreaming SME support, especially through a dedicated instrument
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Topic(s)
Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Funding Scheme
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
SME-1 - SME instrument phase 1
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Call for proposal
Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
(opens in new window) H2020-SMEInst-2016-2017
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Net EU financial contribution. The sum of money that the participant receives, deducted by the EU contribution to its linked third party. It considers the distribution of the EU financial contribution between direct beneficiaries of the project and other types of participants, like third-party participants.
D13WY97 DUBLIN
Ireland
The organization defined itself as SME (small and medium-sized enterprise) at the time the Grant Agreement was signed.
The total costs incurred by this organisation to participate in the project, including direct and indirect costs. This amount is a subset of the overall project budget.