General Objective: Design a Circular Economy Framework with the SCOR model to transition from a linear approach of take, make and dispose to a circular approach of recycle, reuse and reduce for sustainable agriculture in the Ascázubi area based on emerging technologies for the optimization of agricultural processes.
Specific objectives:
- Review the relevant literature in the field of research to establish the state of the art, identifying and critically analyzing the main trends, theories and research gaps.
- Adapt the SCOR model for its application to a circular economy model and build a baseline of agriculture in Ascázubi, developing specific indicators and metrics to evaluate its implementation.
- Carry out an exhaustive survey of farmers' needs in the Ascázubi sector through surveys, interviews and direct observations.
- Develop a comprehensive Sustainable Life Cycle Analysis (LCSA) approach for agriculture in Ascázubi, which incorporates at least 5 essential elements, 10 meticulous processes, 5 particular instruments and 5 appropriate technologies for its implementation.
- Validate the framework for sustainable agriculture by consulting with at least 3 experts in the field.
Participating Institutions:
UCE, YACHAY, ESPOCH, GAD PARISH RURAL ASCÁZUBI
Project Director Luis Rodriguez
Participants:
- Lenin Javier Ramirez Cando
- Edwin Alfredo Cáceres Acosta
- Susana Graciela Chain Candle
- Hilter Farley Figueroa Saavedra
- Darwin Orlando Páez López
Awarded budget: $46,092.00
Project Status: Awarded
