Wageningen University & Research

About us

Industrial and agricultural water solutions

Water scarcity, rising treatment costs, rising energy consumption, and stricter environmental rules. These are the main challenges industries and agricultural businesses face when it comes to their water usage. We help to overcome these challenges by developing water technologies that reduce costs, support regulatory compliance, and improve sustainability.

Water is a critical resource in the agri-food and industrial sector. These industries depend on large quantities of clean water, but supplies are becoming increasingly limited and do not always fit the quality needs. Therefore, local water circulation and the availability of alternative water sources are crucial. Wastewater streams often contain valuable nutrients, compounds or heat that are lost during discharge, while environmental regulations in this area become stricter.

We design and implement practical, scalable solutions directly on site: from advanced purification systems that remove PFAS and other (micro)pollutants, to technologies that enable water reuse, nutrient recovery, energy efficiency, and microbiologically safe water. We also develop biobased and biodegradable treatment products and support companies in managing brine and saline water challenges.

These help our clients to reduce operational expenses, strengthen sustainability performance, and build resilience against scarcity and regulatory change.