Cross-Border Innovation for Sustainability in the Circular Economy in Textile and Meat Processing

2021TC16IPCB005 – 2023 – 3 Open Call for Proposals for SME's under Priority 1

Priority 1 - Environmentally-friendly cross-border region

Specific objective: RSO2.6. "Promoting the transition to a circular and resource efficient economy"

Kapitone OOD, Bulgaria

To strengthen cross-border cooperation by implementing innovative technologies and practices in textile and meat processing industries, aimed at enhancing sustainability, reducing waste, and promoting the transition towards a circular and resource-efficient economy. This project seeks to foster economic growth and environmental protection in the cross-border region through the exchange of knowledge, technological upgrades, and the organization of forums dedicated to circular economy principles.

Project activities:

• Circular Economy Investments:

  Bulgaria, Haskovo: Installation of textile quilting sustainable machinery

  Türkiye, Keşan: Installation of advanced meat processing equipment

• Joint Forums & Knowledge exchange events.

Expected project impact:

• Resource Efficiency: 10% virgin material reduction and increased reuse in both textile and meat sectors
• Environmental Impact: Decreasing GHG emissions and lowering pollutant and chemical usage
• Cross-Border Cooperation: Pilot collaboration that sets a replicable model for cross-border circular economy partnerships.