Project Objectives:

The project aimed at enhancing the diversification of the agrofood industry in Moldova through the adoption of agro-energetic cultivations which are more environmentally sustainable and allow for the self-production of energy. In particular, the project aimed at fostering trade between the Autonomous Region of Friuli Venezia Giulia and the Republic of Moldova, enhancing the bilateral partnerships at the institutional/university level as well as between entrepreneurs.

Project activities:

• Feasibility study from an economic and logistic point of view, focused on the implementation of a biofuel chain and, in particular, on the cultivation of vegetable oil to be transformed in biodiesel;
• Technical assistance and best-practice exchanges;
• Organisation of study tours in Italy and Moldova;
• Dissemination of results.

Expected Results:

• Partnerships between regional/Italian and Moldovan enterprises in the biodiesel sector for the supply of raw materials, by-products and semi-finished goods, technologies and instruments, knowledge;
• A better-organised production, diversified and improved agriculture products, increased qualitative standards.

Type of service

Coordination and management of the project activities and partnerships.

Feasibility study for the implementation of a biofuel chain.

Organisation of study tours in Italy and Moldova.

Project monitoring, evaluation and reporting.