The Composting Research Group (GICOM) from the Department of Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona was founded in 2000 with a clear objective: to study composting as a sustainable technology for the biological treatment of organic waste.
Research and Innovation in Bioprocesses
Today, GICOM has broadened its research focus, concentrating on:
🔬 Production of bioproducts from Solid-State Fermentation (SSF) of organic waste.
🔬 Application of nanotechnology in environmental engineering.
🔬 Optimization of composting as a key technology in sustainable waste management.
Commitment to the Circular Economy
GICOM works closely with companies and public administrations to develop and scale up innovative technologies for industrial application. The ultimate goal is to transform waste into valuable resources, thus promoting a Circular Economy and actively contributing to environmental protection.
