Orkídea focuses on value creation through valorisation of biological renewable resources. We strive to establish strong cross-sectoral collaboration, to address and solve real problems and challenges.
We support entrepreneurs and promote innovation in food production and biotechnology in South Iceland
Main goal
Orkídea’s goal is the valorisation of biological renewable resources and solving urgent problems and challenges related to sustainable food production and food security.
Main role
Responsibility
In Terraforming LIFE, Orkídea will lead WP6 which assesses the environmental and economic impacts of the entire chain of the fertilizer production using life-cycle assessment methodologies. Additionally, Orkidea will study the fertiliser composition and identify the main
nutrients and hazards with the aim to develop a fertiliser production process and fertiliser with quality and safety at its core. Orkídea will also contribute to communication and dissemination activities in WP7.
About
Orkídea is owned by the Landsvirkjun National Power Company, Association of S-Iceland municipalities, the Agricultural University of Iceland and Ministry of Environment, Energy and Climate.