Komnitsas Konstantinos

Komnitsas Konstantinos is a Professor at the School of Mineral Resources Engineering, Technical University of Crete (TUC). His research focuses on hydrometallurgy, waste management, and sustainable recovery of materials from primary and secondary resources. He works within the Mineral Exploitation Sector, leading research in laterite processing, industrial ecology, and environmental remediation technologies.

• Research Areas: Hydrometallurgy, Waste Valorization, New Materials
• Labs: Enrichment Laboratory, Ceramics & Glass Laboratory
• Key Collaborations: VTT Finland, KU Leuven, Benaki Phytopathological Institute
• Grants: ENICON (Horizon Europe), EXCEED (Horizon Europe), ClimaMed (LIFE Programme)

His recent publications highlight advancements in:

• Greeker column leaching methods for laterites
• Life cycle assessment of metallurgical processes
• Alkali activation of industrial wastes
• Social license frameworks for mining
• Near-zero-waste ore processing

These works reflect a strong emphasis on sustainability, circular economy, and environmental risk mitigation.

He has secured significant EU funding for projects involving low-grade ore processing, biochar applications, and climate change mitigation in Mediterranean agriculture.