The major advancement achieved during the project is the implementation of a fully operational Single Entry Point (SEP), enabling the Convert2Green ecosystem to function as an integrated Open Innovation Test Bed accessible across Europe. This model supports flexible service delivery through multiple operational modes and facilitates SME access to distributed facilities and services. In total, 18 pilot case projects were successfully implemented across three open call cut-offs, demonstrating high user satisfaction and leading to several follow-up activities. The ecosystem is accessible to users across Europe through the SEP and supporting structures, significantly improving access to innovation services for circular materials.
Convert2Green has established a comprehensive portfolio of 116 R&D, innovation, and business services, targeting SMEs seeking to replace conventional materials with circular solutions and supporting market uptake. This integrated service offering, combined with digital tools such as an AI-based funding and technology finder, simplifies access to expertise, funding opportunities, and innovation support. The adopted approach contributes to reducing development complexity and accelerating innovation processes, supported by growing datasets related to materials, processes, and validation activities.
At technical level, major advancements have been achieved through the deployment of connected TRL4–TRL7 facilities, which were upgraded, commissioned, and validated across use cases and pilot cases. These facilities demonstrated efficient recovery of critical raw materials, battery recycling, and reuse and compounding of recycled plastics, improving resource efficiency and reducing waste. The integration of verification and testing services, fully mapped and utilised within the ecosystem, further supports the validation of circular material solutions.
Finally, the project advanced the state of the art through the validation of five industrial demonstrators, covering key value chains such as automotive, packaging, printed electronics, smart textiles, and bio-based materials. These demonstrators confirmed the feasibility and performance of climate-neutral solutions, achieving reduced carbon footprint, improved material performance, enhanced durability, and extended product lifetime, while strengthening the integration of the European Open Innovation ecosystem.
