D 4.4 - Standardization Framework contribution to support circular economy

The present deliverable clarifies which aspects are relevant for the promotion of standardization to support circular symbiosis. In particular, this report deals sequentially with the following aspects oThe purposes of the activity for standardization in relation to the objectives of the Symbioptima project oThe change in the European legislative framework up to 2030 and perspective changes in the process industry oAn analysis of existing standards to support these objectives. A review on current sectorial ad cross-sectorial standard is performed in order to deepen the following aspects: complementarities for existing standards which are linked to the process industry and sustainability, key aspects to be standardized in order to enforce secondary streams market, measurement methods to enable the framework. oAn analysis and identification of the gaps for standardization with specific reference to the idea of the Symbioptima project rationale oIt is therefore presented, in the main features due to confidentiality reasons, the proposed guidelines and the innovative aspects with respect to existing regulations. Technical specification are clarified by the involvement of experts working on standardization from the project consortium, including proper interaction with standardisation bodies. oFinally, the process of developing the guidelines is illustrated with specific reference to the steps in progress. Final outcome from the consortium is still ongoing and has been provided to standardization bodies for a collaboration for a joint scheme at cross-sectorial level.