The CRONUS Final Conference took place during the prestigious 13th International Conference on Sustainable Waste Management (KOS2026), offering the consortium an exceptional opportunity to present the project’s achievements and impact to an international audience.

As one of the leading events in the field, KOS2026 served as a vibrant hub for scientific exchange, collaboration, and innovation, bringing together researchers, technology providers, high-level EU officials, national and local authorities, policymakers, and other key stakeholders from the waste management sector.

This high-profile setting enabled CRONUS to maximize the visibility of its results, foster new collaborations, and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable waste management and the circular economy.Profs D. Malamis and M. Loizidou chaired the dedicated session.