ACE-EX offers its contribution to the transformation of European agriculture through the integration of Circular Economy principles to promote a sustainable and environmentally friendly agricultural production model. The project is perfectly harmonious with the European Green Deal directives. It aims to minimise environmental impact, train highly qualified experts, engage in the fight against climate change and promote environmentally friendly economic growth. ACE-EX emphasises the importance of constantly updating skills in the agricultural and industrial sectors to keep pace with technological developments and the challenges imposed by climate change.
Project Background
ACE-EX acts in a context in which agricultural innovation plays a crucial role in responding to the challenges imposed by climate change and the need to protect biodiversity. The current method of agriculture production must use by-products to their full potential and necessitates a shift towards a more sustainable system. Projections underline the urgency to act: by 2050, the impact of a failure to change current production methods could also translate into many lives lost each year.
In the face of rapid technological and climatic change, constantly updating the skills of those working in the sector is essential. ACE-EX emphasises the importance of the Circular Economy, a practice embraced in agriculture and industry and a driving force for professional training. It aligns with the Action Plan for the Circular Economy and the European Green Deal objectives, promoting sustainable and respectful economic growth.
ACE-EX recognises and addresses the issues of the small business sector, highlighting the need for specialised curricula to facilitate the adoption of Circular Economy practices.
Our perspective focuses on the importance of designing innovative and targeted professional curricula that promote the adoption of circular and sustainable practices in the day-to-day activities of enterprises.
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📚🌿 Cutting-edge Training for Circular Economy in Agriculture! 🇪🇺
The ACE-EX project aims to train experts in Circular Economy for the agricultural sector. A key element of this goal is the development of innovative and effective training courses.
At the Valencia Design Meeting, we asked Efstathia Koitsanou from the University of Thessaly 🇬🇷 to explain how these courses were designed to meet the sector's needs.
🎥 When asked "How was the ACE-EX training course designed, and what are its most innovative aspects?", Koitsanou replied:
"The ACE-EX training courses were defined after thorough research and reflect the current state of circular economy in Europe. They focus on four fundamental pillars:
1️⃣ Circular economy principles
2️⃣ Entrepreneurial mindset
3️⃣ Circular economy in agriculture
4️⃣ Application of circular economy practices
The courses will be developed for EQF levels 4, 5, and 6, and then adapted into MOOCs for online learning.
The most innovative aspects include:
🎮 A serious game to practice circular economy skills
🕶️ Virtual reality courses for practical examples
💻 MOOCs based on all educational content created by ACE-EX partners"
These innovative approaches reflect ACE-EX's commitment to providing cutting-edge, accessible, and practical training for future Circular Economy experts in agriculture.
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ITS Nuove Tecnologie della Vita Academy
@uth_cie
OpenCom Italy
Sostenibilidad Cámara Valencia
@ANIA CONSUMER
Softcare Studios
Střední průmyslová škola chemická, Brno
Patrimonio Natural
Fagskolen Innlandet
@Klaster Gospodarki Cyrkularnej i Recyklingu
@Ies Lorca Puebla DE Cazalla
Επιμελητήριο Φθιώτιδας
Confagricoltura
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🌱🔄 Defining the Circular Economy Expert in Agriculture: A Crucial Challenge for ACE-EX! 🇪🇺
The ACE-EX project aims to train a new generation of experts capable of implementing a circular economy in the agricultural sector. But what exactly are the necessary skills?
At the Valencia Design Meeting, we posed this fundamental question to Pietro Binelli from Euromasc Norway 🇳🇴, a key partner in developing the project's learning outcomes matrix.
🎥 When asked "Based on the learning outcomes matrix you've developed, what are the key competencies and role of the Circular Economy Expert in Agriculture? And in summary, who is an ACE-EX?", Binelli replied:
"The key competencies of an ACE-EX Expert are varied and depend on the learner's background. Our qualification matrix covers a wide range of skills, from general circular economy principles to technical aspects of agricultural, energy, waste, and water management from an environmental sustainability perspective.
Management is crucial: an ACE-EX Expert must balance environmental and economic sustainability. It's not enough to be 'green'; you also need to be economically sustainable to survive in the long term.
In summary, an ACE-EX is a professional capable of balancing these two fundamental aspects: being primarily 'green', but also thinking in economic terms. This balancing ability defines the essence of an ACE-EX Expert.»
This definition reflects the holistic approach of the ACE-EX project, which aims to train experts capable of leading a truly sustainable transformation in the agricultural sector.
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#SustainableAgriculture #CircularEconomy #AgriculturalExperts #OnlineTraining #SustainableDevelopment #EuropeanAgriculture #AgriculturalSkills #ProfessionalRecognition #AgriculturalInnovation #RuralSustainability #GreenGrowth #EnvironmentalAwareness #ResponsibleFarming #ClimateChange #CircularFarmBusiness #ResourceConservation #SmartFarming #RuralCommunities #AgriculturalEducation #SectorImprovement #AceExProject #CircularEconomy #SustainableAgricultureEU #VirtualTraining #eqfcertifications
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ITS Nuove Tecnologie della Vita Academy
@uth_cie
OpenCom Italy
Sostenibilidad Cámara Valencia
@Ania consumer
Softcare Studios
Střední průmyslová škola chemická, Brno
Patrimonio Natural
Fagskolen Innlandet
Klaster Gospodarki Cyrkularnej i Recyklingu
@Ies Lorca Puebla DE Cazalla
Επιμελητήριο Φθιώτιδας
Confagricoltura
Ace-ex Project
🎮🕶️ Technology and Learning: A Revolution in Circular Economy! 🇪🇺
At the ACE-EX project Design Meeting in Valencia, we interviewed Valentino Megale from Softcare Studios 🇮🇹 about the project's innovative training approach.
🎥 When asked "What role do the Serious Game and Virtual Reality play in the ACE-EX project, and why are they important?", Megale replied:
"We want to use digital technologies to support traditional learning methodologies in Circular Economy in two ways: 1️⃣ Developing a serious game accessible by computer, integrating circular economy strategies into a fun and engaging platform. The goal is to make learning more motivating and help students acquire strategic skills transferable to real life. 2️⃣ Creating two virtual reality modules to simulate realistic interactions with circular economy machinery and processes. This allows for remote practical learning, increasing accessibility and enabling students to repeat exercises as needed.»
The ACE-EX project is revolutionizing Circular Economy training, making learning more engaging and effective! 🌱💻
🌐 Follow the ACE-EX project on social media and visit our website www.ace-ex.eu to stay updated on this exciting educational revolution! 🍃🔄 🇪🇺
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#SustainableAgriculture #CircularEconomy #AgriculturalExperts #OnlineTraining #SustainableDevelopment #EuropeanAgriculture #AgriculturalSkills #ProfessionalRecognition #AgriculturalInnovation #RuralSustainability #GreenGrowth #EnvironmentalAwareness #ResponsibleFarming #ClimateChange #CircularFarmBusiness #ResourceConservation #SmartFarming #RuralCommunities #AgriculturalEducation #SectorImprovement #AceExProject #CircularEconomy #SustainableAgricultureEU #VirtualTraining #EQFCertifications
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ITS Nuove Tecnologie della Vita Academy
@uth_cie
OpenCom Italy
Sostenibilidad Cámara Valencia
@aniaconsumer
Softcare Studios
Střední průmyslová škola chemická, Brno
Patrimonio Natural
Fagskolen Innlandet
Klaster Gospodarki Cyrkularnej i Recyklingu
@Ies Lorca Puebla DE Cazalla
Επιμελητήριο Φθιώτιδας
Confagricoltura
Ace-ex Project
🌱♻️ Circular Economy: The Future of Agriculture! 🇪🇺
At the ACE-EX project Design Meeting in Valencia 🇪🇸, we interviewed Alberto Rodrigo from the Valencia Chamber of Commerce.
🎥 When asked, "What impact could a Circular Economy Expert in agriculture have on businesses in the sector?" Rodrigo replied: "The role of the Circular Economy Expert in agriculture will be crucial in the coming years, not just for existing businesses, but for new ones too. Circular Economy is like a metabolism: materials, energy, and water work in various processes. We're failing in the linear model, but with new circular processes, new businesses will emerge, managing different materials and harnessing new resources. For these new businesses, the role of Circular Economy Experts will be fundamental.”
The ACE-EX project trains these experts, ready to revolutionize the agricultural sector! 🚜💡
👀 Watch the full video featuring Alberto Rodrigo from the 🇪🇸, Valencia Chamber of Commerce! 🌐 Follow the ACE-EX project on social media and visit our website www.ace-ex.eu , to stay updated on this exciting green revolution! 🍃🔄 🇪🇺
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#SustainableAgriculture #CircularEconomy #AgriculturalExperts #OnlineTraining #SustainableDevelopment #EuropeanAgriculture #AgriculturalSkills #ProfessionalRecognition #AgriculturalInnovation #RuralSustainability #GreenGrowth #EnvironmentalAwareness #ResponsibleFarming #ClimateChange #circularfarmbusiness
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ITS Nuove Tecnologie della Vita Academy
AINIA Consumer
OpenCom Italy
Sostenibilidad Cámara Valencia
Softcare Studios
Střední průmyslová škola chemická, Brno
Patrimonio Natural
Fagskolen Innlandet
@Ies Lorca Puebla DE Cazalla
Επιμελητήριο Φθιώτιδας
Confagricoltura