Leitat Terrassa’s facilities recently hosted a follow-up meeting for the ESCRUM project, with the participation of the technical team from Control Demeter. This meeting served as a key connection point to assess the current status of the project, share recent progress, and establish the next steps to continue advancing the development of innovative and sustainable technologies applied to the recovery of contaminated soils.
During the session, the participating teams reviewed the preliminary results obtained so far and analyzed different strategies to optimize soil remediation processes with reduced environmental impact. In this regard, special emphasis was placed on the use of biobased compounds as agents capable of reducing surface tension, thereby facilitating the micellar extraction of unwanted metals. This approach allows for more efficient and environmentally friendly decontamination, reducing the need for conventional chemical products.
In addition, nature-based solutions were explored with the aim of concentrating contaminants and facilitating the reuse of surfactant solutions applied in the in situ washing process of soils contaminated with heavy metals. These approaches not only contribute to improving the effectiveness of the decontamination process but also align with the principles of circular economy and sustainable resource management.
The Leitat team, composed of Laura Batlle, Inés Sanchis, Daniel Márquez, Beatriz Guerrero, Ainhoa Gaudes, and Iván Ortiz, had a highly enriching technical exchange with the representatives from Control Demeter: Agnés de Paz, Eladi Oliva, and Estefanía Siscar. The collaboration between the two entities has become an essential element for the progress of the project, combining scientific expertise, technical knowledge, and a shared vision toward a more sustainable future.
The ESCRUM project is supported by ACCIÓ and is part of Leitat’s commitment to sustainable innovation, environmental protection, and the promotion of the circular economy. Through initiatives like this, Leitat reaffirms its dedication to actively contributing to knowledge generation and the development of technologies that support the transition to greener and more responsible industrial models.
