Project description
From the pellet mill to your pet’s bed
Made from compressed wood fibre and primarily from the residuals left over from the sawmilling process, wood pellets offer an efficient source of energy. Researchers have discovered yet another use: animal bedding. The EU-funded ECO-Pet project will promote the valorisation of currently disused wood wastes from conifers and hardwoods by their transformation into improved pelletised products for animal bedding/litter. Tests with these pellets – made of 100 % biodegradable organic material – show improved efficacy qualities (absorbance and durability). The good news for pet owners is that these pellets will be 38 % cheaper than current similar products, and more durable (increased mechanical resistance) and highly absorbent.
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SME-1 - SME instrument phase 1Coordinator
26371 Sotes
Spain
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