Development of innovative curricula and modules in Circular Economy and Sustainable Development

On October 10, 2024, the Alikhan Bokeikhan University delegation visited the National Nuclear Technology Park in Kurchatov (Kazakhstan) to explore cutting-edge innovations!

As part of the ERASMUS+ CirculEC Project dissemination, we toured facilities for processing secondary raw materials into B2B components for industries such as oil, metallurgy, energy, and agriculture. During an informative session held on-site, we gained valuable insights into eco-friendly practices in industrial conditions.

A groundbreaking project by the Park focuses on recycling medical waste! Traditionally incinerated at high costs, these large volumes can now be sterilized without burning, using the on-site nuclear accelerator. This process allows the waste to be safely reused, presenting incredible opportunities:

1. Turning waste into resources: Medical waste becomes a valuable input for the Park.

2. Detailed sorting: The Park offers containers for separate collection, streamlining sorting efforts and reducing labor.

3. Sustainable profit: The Park can not only process the waste using government budgets but also sell the recycled materials.

The real win? This project could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to a cleaner, greener future!