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The re-meandering of the Kleine Nete in Herentals is a blessing for biodiversity and the rewetting of Flanders. It is part of the integral river restoration programme of the Kleine Nete and is part of the Blue Deal, the Flemish government's plan to tackle drought and flooding. Sweco's Waterways team was commissioned by the VMM to take care of the design, the preparation of the environmental permit and the tender dossier. Read more
Bats are fascinating animals that have captured our imagination for centuries. How common they are in the Antwerp city centre, the area within the Ring Road, is part of Sweco's fauna and flora inventory study. This study is commissioned by the City of Antwerp. Read more
Imagine a plot that was once bustling with steel industry, but now lies vacant and waiting for new life. This is the story of Porte Ouest, a 100-hectare site in the western part of Charleroi, Belgium. A team of experts, is working on a Master plan to revive this plot and bring it back to its full potential, by reusing materials and implementing a circular economy. Read more
As climate change becomes an increasingly pressing issue, it is important that we find ways to reduce our reliance on natural freshwater sources. Sweco has been appointed to design the pipe distribution network for the cooling water plant of the Waterkracht project. The initiative to transform treated wastewater into cooling water for companies contributes to a more sustainable Port of Antwerp. Read more
Imagine a world where construction sites are not just a source of waste and pollution, but also a way to promote sustainability. Well, this future is closer than you think, thanks to the use of data to inventory soil from excavations. The Oosterweel connection incorporates this technique as we speak. Read more
Construction sites are often seen as a nuisance, with the noise, dust, and debris they generate. However, did you know that they can also be an unexpected source of biodiversity? By reusing materials such as cobblestones and creating microhabitats for fauna, construction sites can help support local ecosystems and promote sustainable development. Read more
Construction sites are often associated with destruction. But did you know that with sustainable techniques and a conscious approach, it is possible to preserve trees and reduce the impact on the environment? We did so on the eco-district Coronmeuse in Liège, where Sweco is responsible for the Master plan and landscaping. Read more
Energy company E.ON Power Plants Belgium’s Energy Recovery Plant will reuse syngas, a residual product of chemical company Imerys Graphite & Carbon (IGC), in a new Energy Recovery Plant. Sweco was already tasked with the concept engineering of this new plant and is now responsible for the detailed engineering. Read more
Engineering and architectural firm Sweco, commissioned by the infrastructure company Fluxys Belgium, is working on a feasibility study and preliminary research of several hydrogen routes in Ghent and Antwerp. We are also responsible for the design, EIA project and safety coordination. Read more
Centrica Business Solutions, a provider of integrated energy solutions, is building a 24-megawatt battery farm in Ostend with a capacity of 48 megawatt hours. Sweco was responsible for preparing the environmental permit application and is further monitoring the project. Read more