JemsGreenSoil+
Priority Axis 2: Green investments in environmental protection and efficient risk management
Operation start date: 1 July 2026
Operation completion date: 30 June 2028
Budget: EUR 1.510.025,00
Number of partners: 4
Operation purpose and expected achievements:
The GreenSoil+ project aims to promote the transition towards a circular and resource-efficient economy in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro by establishing innovative biowaste management systems that transform organic waste into valuable resources for sustainable urban and peri-urban development. The project addresses common cross-border challenges related to organic waste disposal, soil degradation, and inefficient resource utilisation through the introduction of locally adapted composting and technosol production models. Planned activities include the implementation of pilot composting systems, the production and application of compost and technosol from biowaste and stabilised sewage sludge, the deployment of specialised processing equipment and digital monitoring technologies, and the organisation of capacity-building programmes and public awareness campaigns. Through pilot investments, innovative technical solutions, stakeholder training, and cross-border knowledge exchange, the project will strengthen the operational capacities of utility companies and public authorities to implement sustainable biowaste management practices, reduce landfill disposal, improve soil quality and climate resilience, and support the long-term adoption of circular economy principles across the Programme area.
Beneficiaries:
The Lead Partner (LP), VG Cistoca Ltd. for the maintenance of cleanliness (HR), is responsible for the overall coordination and management of the project. It oversees project implementation, financial and administrative management, partner coordination, reporting, and quality assurance. The company leads the implementation of the pilot composting and technosol production system in Velika Gorica, coordinates the deployment of innovative circular biowaste management solutions, supports the establishment of pilot systems in partner municipalities, and ensures the long-term sustainability and transferability of project results across the Programme area.
University of Applied Sciences Velika Gorica (HR) provides scientific and technical expertise in circular economy, environmental sustainability, and nature-based solutions. It leads educational, training, and awareness-raising activities across the Programme area, develops joint training programmes and educational materials, supports the monitoring and evaluation of composting processes and technosol quality, and contributes to knowledge transfer and capacity building among project partners and stakeholders.
Public Utility Service Ltd. Tomislavgrad (BA) is responsible for implementing pilot activities in Bosnia and Herzegovina by demonstrating innovative composting and technosol production systems based on locally available biowaste. It manages the day-to-day operation of the pilot site, participates in monitoring and evaluation activities, engages local stakeholders through awareness-raising campaigns and training activities, and contributes to validating and replicating sustainable circular biowaste management practices across the Programme area.
Public Utility Company Kotor (ME) is responsible for implementing pilot activities in Montenegro through the deployment of innovative biowaste processing and technosol production solutions. It manages local pilot implementation, supports the restoration of degraded green areas using functional vegetation, participates in cross-border training and evaluation activities, contributes to public awareness and stakeholder engagement, and promotes the long-term adoption and replication of circular biowaste management solutions across the Programme area.