What do cherry pits, cottonseed oil, and orange peel have in common? While these materials are often considered waste or low-value by-products, they may play an important role in the future of sustainable transport. As the demand for cleaner energy solutions continues to grow, researchers are exploring innovative ways to transform agricultural residues into valuable renewable fuels. The latest edition of the VerdeDrive newsletter highlights ongoing research into the productio

Within the discussions and exchange of ideas during Vitafoods Europe 2026, VerdeDrive was presented by VenusRosesLabsolutions as part of the broader conversation on sustainable innovation and systemic approaches to resource efficiency. Although the event is primarily focused on food technologies and innovation, it brought together representatives from academia, industry, and regulatory bodies, creating opportunities for cross-sector dialogue. In this context, parallels were d

From fruit processing waste to sustainable biodiesel feedstock Researchers from the Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade, together with partners from Innovation Hive (Greece) and the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Belgrade, presented new results within the VERDEDRIVE project at the 52nd International Conference of Slovak Society of Chemical Engineering (SSCHE 2026). The study explored the valorization of sour cherry pits (Oblačinska cultivar, Pr