NPower aims to reduce nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) emissions and rebalance nutrient flows across key sectors. By advancing nutrient recovery technologies, best management practices (BMPs), and governance measures, the project will contribute to more efficient and circular nutrient use, minimising environmental impact while supporting agricultural and industrial sustainability.
Rebalance N/P flows at regional scale through dynamic nutrient budgeting adapted to diverse European contexts.
Demonstrate six circular recovery technologies across sectors like agriculture, wastewater, aquaculture, and waste management.
Develop eight recovered fertilisers from residual nutrient-rich streams, offering alternatives to synthetic inputs.
Co-design and validate 20 Best Management Practices (BMPs) to improve nutrient use efficiency and reduce environmental losses.
Deliver a governance toolkit including participatory approaches, guidelines, and policy instruments for sustainable nutrient management.
Foster multi-actor collaboration by setting up Regional Clusters involving agriculture, water, industry, energy, and transport sectors.
Generate long-term scientific, environmental, social, and economic impact, supporting ecosystem restoration and EU policy goals.
NPower’s mission is to advance sustainable nutrient management through innovation, collaboration, and policy integration. Our consortium of 25 partners from agriculture, industry, research, and governance work together to achieve impactful and scalable solutions.
Cetaqua is a Water Technology Center that proposes new R&D&I solutions to guarantee the sustainability and efficiency of the water cycle taking into account regional needs. Within NPower, Cetaqua acts as a technology demonstrator for the recovery of nutrients from urban wastewater
Hidrogea, part of Veolia Spain, operates in 13 municipalities across the Region of Murcia with a team of 275 employees. It is the leading environmental company in the region, providing essential public services, primarily focused on the management of the Integrated Water Cycle to ensure sustainability and service quality.
The Murcian Institute for Agricultural and Food Research and Development (IMIDA) is a public research institution operating as an autonomous body under the authority of the Regional Ministry of Agriculture and Water. Its primary objective is to address the research and innovation needs of the agricultural and aquaculture sectors in the Region of Murcia.
The Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena (UPCT) is a Spanish public university focused on engineering, architecture, and business. Founded in 1998 and based in Cartagena’s historic center, it is Spain’s youngest polytechnic. UPCT emphasizes hands-on training, collaboration with industry, and international partnerships, including its role in the EUt+ alliance.
Ghent University is a public research institution with 11 faculties and over 80 departments offering advanced study programmes rooted in broad research. The RE-SOURCE lab, led by Prof. Erik Meers, includes 20+ researchers specializing in agronomy, nutrient cycling, and technology transfer for sustainable resource management and commercialization.
Munster Technological University (MTU) is a multi-campus institution in southwest Ireland, with 18,000 students and 2,000 staff across six campuses in Cork and Kerry. MTU functions as a regional hub for applied research and innovation, collaborating with industry, public sector bodies, and community groups to drive regional development.
UCD is one of Europe's leading research-intensive universities; an environment where (opens in a new window)undergraduate education, masters and PhD training, research, innovation and community engagement form a dynamic spectrum of activity.
The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Research Group at ZHAW applies scientific methods to evaluate environmental impacts across entire life cycles of products, services, and systems. Their work supports sustainable decision-making in sectors like energy, nutrition, health, and digitisation, while also advancing LCA methodology and education.
Juan Jiménez García S.A., also known as JISAP, is a leading company in pig farming in Spain, with over 600 facilities. Committed to animal welfare, sustainability, and innovation, it provides quality employment and promotes a modern, responsible approach to livestock farming.
Probelte is a biotech-driven agricultural company with over 50 years of experience, pioneering microbial solutions to restore soil health and boost crop efficiency. Now part of Agronova Biotech, it supports farmers in over 50 countries with innovative products, technical advice, and digital tools, ensuring sustainable, health-conscious agriculture.
Kveloce is an international SME with branches in Spain and Belgium specialised in European funding programs with more than 15 years of experience. The expertise of the company in different activities (e.g. co-creation and co-design methodologies, impact assessment, policy recommendations, citizens engagement) has been applied to different innovation projects.
The Federation of Municipalities of the Region of Murcia (FMRM) is a non-profit organization made up of 45 municipalities in Murcia, Spain. It operates regionally, collaborates with the National Federation of Municipalities, implements joint resolutions and agreements, and fosters partnerships with other regional federations.
Boerenbond Projects is part of Boerenbond, the largest Belgian farmers organization. BBP deliver EU or nationally funded innovation support services and experimental development projects, developing and testing innovative products, processes and services in ‘real world situations’. BBP has experience in various climate change related projects.
The Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives of Murcia was established on August 1985, brings together 77 agricultural Cooperative’s marketing entities, which in turn associate some 22,000 farmers and ranchers, generating more than 45,000 jobs. FECOAM`S objectives and actions: Representation, Arbitration, Information and Advice, Participation, Training and Promotion of Agricultural Cooperativism.
Water Europe (WE) is a multi-stakeholder platform promoting water innovation across Europe. Established by the European Commission, it unites 280+ members to advance a Water-Smart Society, guided by its Water Vision and fostering research, technology development, and collaboration in the water ecosystem.
Strane Innovation is a non-profit SME whose mission is to create, develop, and commercialize innovative solutions for the environment and society. The group specialises in 4 areas: sustainable agriculture, water management, circular economy, and cognitive sciences. Strane Innovation’s expertise in exploiting projects’ outputs helps maximize their impact.
Rural Loop is an non-profit organization shaped by a multidisciplinary team driven by the vision of a hopeful future for our soils, and all of us. Rooted in collaborative approaches, we are committed to foster innovative solutions that enhance the capacities of agricultural systems to mitigate climate change and generate lasting environmental and social benefits.
MTK-Pohjois-Suomi is a regional organization representing farmers, forest owners, and rural entrepreneurs in Northern Ostrobothnia and Kainuu. Part of the Central Union of Agricultural Producers and Forest Owners (MTK), it works to improve conditions for agriculture, forestry, and rural entrepreneurship based on farms within its regional scope.
AQUAPHOENIX is working on real solutions to manage N+P emissions and unlock sustainable growth for the aquaculture industry. Through international collaboration, the project aims to develop and demonstrate novel technologies for capturing aquaculture waste and valorising the conversion of that waste into renewable assets like fertilisers, novel feed ingredients, and clean energy.
GREENHOOD project aims to re-balance nutrient flows to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss. Through zero-pollution solutions, the goal is to reduce nutrient losses in soil, air, and water through innovation, circularity, and novel governance. The potential of innovative nutrient management strategies will be showcased in four basins in Spain, Belgium & the Netherlands, Finland, and Norway.
As a project funded under Horizon Europe HORIZON-CL6-2024-ZEROPOLLUTION-01-1 call, NPower is part of the CCRI support scheme. The project takes part of the CCRI activities, establishing synergies with the aim of demonstrating together circular systemic solutions at the local and regional level.
