Summary and Project Proposal Narrative
The Results Framework is a comprehensive model designed to promote the adoption of circular economy principles in the agri-food and forestry sectors. It aims to efficiently manage and utilize biowaste and by-products, leading to reduced environmental impact, economic benefits, and improved resilience. The framework includes inputs/resources, activities/strategies, outputs, outcomes, and impact.
The inputs/resources include funding, expertise, partnerships, and technology and innovation. The activities/strategies consist of research and assessment, policy development, knowledge exchange and capacity building, pilot projects, and monitoring and evaluation. The outputs are enhanced policy instruments, increased awareness, and knowledge and skills development. The outcomes are reduced GHG emissions and improved environmental sustainability, increased economic opportunities and job creation, and strengthened resilience of the agri-food and forestry sectors. The impact is the contribution to sustainable development goals, influence on policy development, and generation of knowledge and innovation.
The project proposal narrative aims to improve or develop policy instruments addressing the management of biowaste and by-products in the agri-food and forestry sectors across the EU. It also aims to raise awareness among stakeholders about the potential of circular economy principles in mitigating environmental impacts and creating economic opportunities. Additionally, the project aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of policymakers, industry professionals, and other stakeholders through capacity building activities.
The proposed project will implement the Results Framework by conducting a comprehensive assessment of the current policy instruments and practices related to the management of biowaste and by-products in the partner countries. It will foster policy dialogue and collaboration among the partners to develop and improve policy instruments that align with circular economy principles. The project will organize workshops, training programs, and study tours to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and best practices among partners. It will also implement pilot projects in selected regions to test and showcase innovative solutions for the efficient utilization and valorization of biowaste and by-products. The project will continuously monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of the project activities to ensure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
The proposed project will have a significant impact on sustainable development goals by promoting the circular economy approach in the targeted sectors. It will also influence policy development at regional, national, and EU levels. The project will generate new knowledge and innovative solutions that can be replicated and scaled up in other regions and sectors, contributing to the broader transition towards a sustainable and circular economy.