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The Iberian almond sector has also made successful progress with regard to use of the by-products it generates. This is fundamental when it comes to minimising waste and promoting the circular economy. The by-products also have a wide range of uses:<\/p>\n
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The perfect material for biomass energy generation and one of the most commonly used forms of agro-industrial waste, as indicated by the biofuel guide published in 2022 within the framework of the European AgroBioHeat project.<\/p>\n
It represents 62% to 78% of the total weight of the fruit, and it is estimated that the Iberian Peninsula generates around 314,000 tonnes of shells a year.<\/p>\n