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.
PRINEC Advanced Master’s® (Processes and Resources for Circular Economy Engineering)
To become an expert in materials and processes within the circular economy.
BE+ Advanced Master's® (Positive Energy Buildings)
To become an expert in reducing environmental impact in the field of sustainable construction and renovation.
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.
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.
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.
Areas of application
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Industryof the Future
Energyand the environment
Eco-friendlytransports
SustainablebuildingPARTNERSHIPS
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.
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EXPERTS VOICES
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An interview with Professor Didier Perrin, research professor at IMT Mines Alès and head of the Durability & Recycling of Polymers and…Learn more