The andalusian company Bioazul from Malaga, has developed a recycling system for the reuse of wash waters of olives called Algatec, based on algae and sunlight to decontaminate wasted waters.

Two men standing outside a building with solar panels on the roof and a wooden structure in the background. - Olive Oil Times

S. America

Jan. 4, 2012

Alternative Energy Powers Olive Oil Producer in Chile’s Maule Region

In a year declared “International Year of Sustainable Energy for All” by the UN, one Chilean olive oil producer expects big results from his decision to go green.

Conceptual design of a biomass power plant with a unique structure and greenery. - Olive Oil Times

Dec. 7, 2011 Business

Córdoba Leading in Use and Production of Olive Biomass

Multiple plastic bottles of water with blue caps arranged in rows. - Olive Oil Times

Dec. 4, 2011 Production

Researchers Make Biodegradable Plastic Bottles from Olive Skins

Large industrial warehouse building with a gray and black exterior and a loading dock area. - Olive Oil Times

Nov. 14, 2011 Production

Kalamata Conference Examines Modern Olive Oil Production and Sustainability

Two cylindrical olive oil briquettes with a textured surface and a hole in the center. - Olive Oil Times

Oct. 21, 2011 Business

Beyond Oil: Olives as an Energy Source

Conveyor belt transferring black soil to a pile in an outdoor setting. - Olive Oil Times

Oct. 16, 2011 Production

Study Recommends Olive Oil Byproduct as Organic Fertilizer

Europe

Sep. 27, 2011

Olivar de Segura the Top 'Ecological' Olive Oil Producer in Spain

The co-op sold one million kilos of olive oil in 2010 making it the top-selling certified ecological producer, according to Andalusia's organic farming trade group.

An olive tree with a thick trunk and green leaves in a natural outdoor environment. - Olive Oil Times

Production

Jul. 20, 2010

Coldiretti’s "Green Oscars" Encourage Agricultural Innovation

Coldiretti, Italy's largest farming group and lobby, held its fourth Oscar Green Awards to support and encourage innovation in agricultural pursuits.