Partners Gather in Ljubljana for the 2nd Consortium Meeting
The NAMOR consortium met on June 15-16 in Ljubljana, Slovenia, for its second consortium meeting, bringing together representatives from all 14 project partners for two days of collaboration, strategic planning, and technical discussions.
Hosted by the University of Ljubljana at the Center Rog Creative Hub, the meeting provided an important opportunity for partners to review progress achieved during the project’s first year, discuss preliminary results, and align on the next steps for the development and demonstration of NAMOR’s innovative wastewater treatment solutions.
Throughout the meeting, consortium members exchanged insights on ongoing activities across the project, assessed achievements to date, and refined plans for the upcoming phases of implementation. The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration between partners and ensuring the successful deployment of NAMOR technologies across the project’s demonstration sites.
As the project enters its second year, the consortium’s attention is increasingly turning toward real-world validation and the practical application of its solutions in operational environments.
Visiting Demo Site 1 in Ajdovščina
A key highlight of the meeting was the visit to NAMOR Demo Site 1 in Ajdovščina, where partners were able to see first-hand the progress being made towards the implementation of the project’s Advanced Expandable Algae-Bacteria System.
Located in the scenic Slovenian countryside, the pilot site will host a hybrid treatment solution designed to operate alongside conventional Sequencing Batch Reactor (SBR) technology. By integrating algal ponds into the treatment process, the system aims to reduce operational costs while enhancing nutrient recovery and energy efficiency.
During the visit, partners from AlgEn presented the first version of the container-based algae-bacteria system and shared their vision for the pilot’s future operation. The modular design includes mobile, container-based units and an inflatable pond, allowing the entire system to be relocated and tested in different locations once the initial demonstration phase is completed.
This flexibility makes the technology particularly suitable for decentralised wastewater treatment applications, offering a scalable solution for small communities and rural areas. The results generated at the Ajdovščina pilot will provide valuable insights for the future deployment of larger, permanent installations.
Building Momentum for the Next Phase
The consortium meeting successfully combined strategic discussions with practical field experience, reinforcing the strong collaboration among project partners and highlighting the tangible progress already achieved.
Seeing the demonstration system take shape was a powerful reminder of NAMOR’s potential to contribute to more sustainable and resource-efficient wastewater treatment solutions across Europe.
