economie-circulaire

Circular economy and environment expertise

Developing practical solutions to recycle, conserve, and make the most of our resources.

At IMT Mines Albi, expertise in environmental issues and the circular economy is based on material recycling, eco-design, waste recovery, and resource recovery, all aimed at supporting the transition to more sustainable models. It also encompasses the organization of collection logistics and helps strengthen regional resilience. Based on recognized scientific expertise, this knowledge is applied in our research and educational activities, our engineering and specialized master’s programs, as well as in our collaborations with businesses and public sector partners.

TRAINING

IMT Mines Albi offers an engineering program directly focused on the circular economy and the environment, as well as Advanced Master’s® programs.

General Engineer

"Renewable Energy, Sustainable Production and Construction" Option

Available as a full-time or work-study program.

To specialize in the field of renewable energy systems, from production to distribution, including their integration at various scales: buildings, cities, regions, and industries.

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PRINEC Advanced Master’s® (Processes and Resources for Circular Economy Engineering)

To become an expert in materials and processes within the circular economy.

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BE+ Advanced Master's® (Positive Energy Buildings)

To become an expert in reducing environmental impact in the field of sustainable construction and renovation.

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All students earn a general engineering degree. The specialization in the circular economy and the environment enriches and adds depth to their educational experience.

 

RESEARCH & INNOVATION

The three training and research centers at IMT Mines Albi possess recognized scientific expertise in the fields of the circular economy and the environment.

Centre RAPSODEE UMR CNRS 5302

The RAPSODEE Center UMR CNRS 5302 develops innovative approaches in the fields of biomass utilization, waste and resource recovery, and materials recycling. Its research also focuses on thermal storage, energy materials, and the decarbonization of industrial processes. They are at the heart of the energy and environmental transition, combining scientific research, technological innovation, and industrial applications.

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Center for Industrial Engineering

The Industrial Engineering Center brings together key expertise in modeling, control, optimization, and performance evaluation of complex systems, while fully integrating the challenges of the circular economy and regional resilience. In particular, he has developed expertise in organizing collection logistics and optimizing material flows, with the aim of analyzing, designing, and improving industrial systems with a focus on overall performance, sustainability, and informed decision-making.

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Clément Ader Institute, UMR CNRS 5312, Albi Campus

The Clément Ader Institute UMR CNRS 5312, Albi site (ICA-A), conducts cutting-edge research on materials, structures, and advanced manufacturing processes for the aerospace industry, while addressing the challenges of material recycling and eco-design. His work focuses on the transportation sectors of the future, with a particular emphasis on aeronautics, aerospace, transportation, and energy, guided by a commitment to performance, sustainability, and responsible innovation.

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Areas of application

  • Industry
    of the Future
  • Energy
    and the environment
  • Eco-friendly
    transports
  • Sustainable
    building

PARTNERSHIPS

IMT Mines Albi and you: a diverse range of opportunities for collaboration. Whether you’re looking to assess your R&D needs, recruit our engineering students, participate in the corporate forum, train your teams on transition and environmental issues, develop scientific partnerships (chairs, joint research laboratories, etc.), propose a thesis topic, or accelerate the resolution of technological challenges, we’re here to help.

Take advantage of IMT Mines Albi’s expertise in the circular economy and the environment to grow your business. Let’s build sustainable partnerships together!

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EXPERTS VOICES

Circular economy and environment

Design for end-of-life, a missing link in the circular economy

An interview with Professor Didier Perrin, research professor at IMT Mines Alès and head of the Durability & Recycling of Polymers and…
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Circular economy and environment

Materials and Processes: The Path to a Circular Economy for Engineering Experts

Materials and Processes: The Path to a Circular Economy for Engineering Experts
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Advanced materials and structures

Knowledge of materials, a decisive expertise for the future of the circular economy

An interview with Professor Didier Perrin, research professor at IMT Mines Alès and head of the Durability & Recycling of Polymers and…
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