Index

Introduction

The region of Murcia: Towards a sustainable agriculture

PROEXPORT and its commitment to the environment

Successful experiences in terms of ecoefficiency and sustainable development carried out by the companies affiliated to PROEXPORT. 

Rainwater (and dew) harvesting systems

Re-use of refrigerating water from cold-storage chambers

Machinery which re-uses water that has been used for washing boxes for agriculture

Systems which re-use leachates in hydroponic crops

Osmosis water treatment plant

Greenhouse heating system using natural gas

Using photovoltaic solar energy to power machinery and equipment 

Preservation of Biodiversity

Using solarization techniques for the desinfection of agricultural land

Biological pest control techniques

Natural pollination using bumblebees

Re-use of organic waste as soil complement

Using biodegradable plastic in agriculture

Using machinery to reduce the volume of plastic waste

Instalation of photovoltaic panels on the roof of handling plants

PROEXPORT´s environmental committee

Annexes: Compilation of basic legislation on
environmental issues/Useful links on environmental issues

List of companies