CNR
Role in the project
The CNR units are involved in soil analyses, compost selection, and characterization. After the crop harvest, the CNR groups will analyse the plant matrixes and evaluate the data. Another section of the project is the public’s engagement regarding the pros and cons of community gardens. The CNR is in charge of developing a questionnaire to evaluate citizens’ perceptions of the project.
CNR – IRET
(Sesto Fiorentino, FI)
CNR-IRET is the Research Institute on Terrestrial Ecosystems (IRET) of the National Research Council (CNR). The Institute belongs to the Department of Science of the System Earth and Environmental Technologies. Its main office is in Porano (TR), and its secondary headquarters are in Monterotondo Scalo (RM), Naples (NA), Legnaro (PD), Pisa (PI), Sesto Fiorentino (FI), and Li Punti (SS).
IRET research focuses on terrestrial ecosystems’ structure, composition (biotic and abiotic), functioning, and productivity. The principal aim is to value natural resources, preserve and study their biodiversity and territorial distribution, and ensure sustainable use with a circular economy approach.
The IRET in Florence (Sesto Fiorentino) studies terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, focusing on anthropic impact and global change. Specific attention is given to environmental quality, protection, and recovery. The research aims to provide and expand knowledge on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, support the authorities responsible for their protection and recovery, and monitor the impact at a socio-economic level.
CNR – STEAMS
(Torino, TO)
CNR-STEMS is the Institute of Sciences and Technologies for Sustainable Energy and Mobility (STEMS) of the National Research Council (CNR). It belongs to the Department of Engineering, Ict, and Technologies for Energy and Transport and has offices in Naples, Ferrara, and Turin.
STEMS research activities focus on sustainable energy and mobility issues.
The Institute’s main aim is to address the challenges related to climate and sustainable energy, including crucial topics such as decarbonisation of the energy and mobility sectors and energy transition towards renewable resources. The research always maintains a comprehensive view, considering the implications for citizens and society. Another important focus of STEMS is improving energy efficiency both in the mobility and industrial sectors, including agricultural and off-road. STEMS research aims to manage and optimise energy systems using distributed sensors and advanced data analytics methodologies.
