Good soil

All of our activities rely on the land and soil under our feet. Healthy soil is essential for growing crops; it also purifies our drinking water, stores renewable energy and helps retain water, nutrients and carbon. It is the foundation on which our homes, businesses and infrastructures are built. Most importantly, perhaps, resilient soil is a treasure trove of biodiversity. It is home to millions of teeming insects and the place where billions of organisms work together, forming an abundance of life and a rich ecosystem.

Smart and sustainable use of space to promote resilient soil

We are becoming increasingly aware of exactly how essential soil is for us. Due to high population density and the fragmentation of the public space, families, businesses, governments, farmers are all competing for space in a limited number of square kilometres, compromising our ecosystem services and biodiversity as a result. At the same time, cities need to allocate enough space for clean and permeable soil to combat heat islands and maintain liveability. Unpaved surfaces allow rainwater to infiltrate and replenish our groundwater reserves, forming a vital savings account for the water that is so indispensable to our lives.

Soil surveys and remediation as solutions for clean soil

As recognised soil remediation experts (type II) and environmental specialists, we collaborate on the sustainable use, conservation and restoration of soils in conformity with the various legal decrees that apply in Belgium. We assist companies, developers and local authorities with soil surveys, soil remediation and earthmoving studies. As our client, you can expect clear advice, a pragmatic approach and transparent communication. We can clear up any uncertainties you may have about the subsurface so that you can forge ahead with your project with full peace of mind.

Soil surveys

We use diverse methods to chart soil contamination, including fieldwork and sampling, advanced analyses, innovative fingerprinting, and data management. Our services range from exploratory and descriptive soil testing to risk assessment and soil remediation project to give you the insights you need to make decisions.

Remediation strategies

In-site and/or on-site solutions will remediate your contaminated soil and revalue it for area development (greenfield and brownfield). We can help you to operationalise the remediation strategy throughout the tendering process and follow-up of the remediation works. We are especially in our element when dealing with complex contaminants.

Expertise in earthmoving and PFAS

We have in-depth knowledge on earthmoving, PFAS and other contaminants, gained during long years of experience with major infrastructure projects such as the Oosterweel link.

An integrated approach. A win-win situation

We use our wide-ranging expertise across disciplines to connect nature, industry, agriculture and urban development. There is no need for the interests of forestry, farmers, neighbours, governments and industrial companies to clash. We foster connection by engaging in long-term partnerships and developing sustainable solutions where economic growth and ecological recovery go hand-in-hand. Together, we build healthy soil, thriving biodiversity and a clean living environment that benefits everyone.

Our projects

At Sweco, we combine expertise from various disciplines, such as water management, urban planning, ecology, and infrastructure. This integrated approach enables us to deliver solutions that not only address today’s challenges but also anticipate future climate risks. We blend our technical know-how with strong project and process management, and when needed, involve stakeholders to develop climate-resilient, feasible, and widely supported solutions.

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Building a resilient future

Do you want to contribute to the transition toward climate resilience? Together, we prepare cities, industries, infrastructure, and buildings for the future. Check out our vacancies and become part of our team soon

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