The second LIFE CO₂toCH₄ Living Lab took place on 19 February 2026 at the Lavrio Technological Cultural Park, focusing on the LIFE CO₂toCH₄ project (LIFE20 CCM/GR/001642). The event brought together students and teachers from the 3rd Experimental Junior High School of Agia Varvara “Antonis Samarakis”, as well as registered visitors, creating a diverse audience with strong interest in green transition technologies.
The programme of the day
The day began with a detailed presentation of the LIFE CO₂toCH₄ project by Maria Kasidoni. The presentation focused on the conversion of carbon dioxide into renewable biomethane through the process of biomethanation, highlighting the role of technology in utilizing CO₂ as a valuable raw material. Particular emphasis was placed on the project’s contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the circular economy, and developing sustainable energy systems.
In addition, Konstantinos Passadis presented our project, highlighting innovative solutions for bio-waste management and the production of bioproducts, as well as the LANDFEED project, which aims to use sustainable local resources to produce organic fertilizers, improve soil health, and reduce environmental impacts.
This was followed by a guided tour of the modern facilities of the Technological Park, and more specifically the CO₂toCH₄ unit, where participants had the opportunity to learn firsthand about the operation of the system and its environmental benefits.
Afterwards, participants joined a guided tour of the Lavrio Technological Cultural Park facilities, led by Ms Balopita, who presented the historical significance of the site and highlighted its transformation from a centre of industrial activity into a modern hub of research and innovation.
The 2nd Living Lab highlighted the CO₂toCH₄ project as a core example of innovation and sustainable energy transition, strengthening dialogue among researchers, students, and citizens, while actively promoting knowledge dissemination on the utilization of CO₂ and the production of renewable biomethane.
