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Dec. 10, 2015
Sustainableextra virgin olive oil Production Reuses All Byproducts
Thanks to the great development of digesters for renewable energy during recent years, humid pomace can be used for the production of biogas.
Aug. 3, 2015
At Expo 2015, One Olive Oil Producer's Commitment to Sustainability
Coppini Arte Olearia educates Expo visitors on olive oil tastes, health benefits and sustainable production.
May. 11, 2015
Tunisian Olive Sector Benefits from Japanese Cooperation Project
A Japanese development project underway in Tunisia aims to support the development of olive oil products and promote the export of Tunisian olive oil.
May. 7, 2015 Production
Apr. 27, 2015 Production
Apr. 6, 2015 Health
Feb. 9, 2015 World
Jan. 19, 2015 Production
Dec. 14, 2014
Project in Algeria Turns Byproducts into Compost
A study has examined how oil mills in central Algeria can make use of olive oil production byproducts by transforming them into compost.
Dec. 10, 2014
Project Uses Waste from Olive Oil Production to Power the Mill Itself
A European project is studying technology to convert waste from olive oil production to electricity.
Dec. 5, 2014
More Olive Groves Leveled in Turkey to Make Way for Power Plants
After the second case of olive trees being uprooted in this Aegean region in recent weeks, a local official asked, "Will we use electric to feed people?"
Dec. 1, 2014
With Little Choice, Syrians Look to Ancient Olive Groves for Firewood
With the cold winter coming, people in Syria are forced to cut their olive trees for heating homes and makeshift shelters.
Nov. 24, 2014
Sydney Opera House Uses Olive Oil, Too
Olive oil is used to maintain the Sydney Opera House, as part of the landmark's environmental policy which includes green cleaning practices.
Oct. 17, 2014
Finding Where One Umbrian Producer Leaves the Biggest Footprint
Storing olive oil frozen and air freight had the largest environmental impact of one producer in Umbria, in a recent case study.
Oct. 6, 2014
Olive Oil Byproducts Used to Improve Properties of Foods
Research reveals new uses for olive oil production byproducts that can improve the quality of other foods down the line.
Jan. 14, 2014
The Toll of Climate Change on California Olive Oil
Climate change has affected how, when, and where farmers in California plant their crops.
Oct. 21, 2013
An Open-Air Workshop of Sustainability
Let’s start thinking of an olive grove as a place where it is possible to practice and experience outdoor environmental education.
Sep. 10, 2013
P&G Patent Application Employs Olive Pits in Liquid Cleaners
Another use has been found for olive pits, this time to provide a tough but safe abrasive cleaner, according to Proctor & Gamble.
May. 20, 2013
It turns out that the biggest threat to our olive groves is not Chinese crops, Moroccan production, low prices or CAP reform.
Apr. 22, 2013
Climate Change Effects on Vines Should Alarm Olive Oil Producers
A study predicts that the climate change will totally change the global map of wine making, and where wine goes, olives follow.
Mar. 21, 2013
Appliance Easily Makes Soap from Used Household Oil
A patented appliance transforms used kitchen oil, including olive oil, into biodegradable soap in a practical and safe way.
Mar. 13, 2013
First Carbon Footprint Calculator for the Olive Industry
Spanish technology center Citoliva will present the first software to quantify the carbon footprint in the olive oil making process.
Feb. 10, 2013
Olive Stones 'Ideal' for Noise Barriers
Scientists in Valencia have developed a new use for leftover olive stones - in sound barriers to reduce rail and road noise.