29 May ESOLVE updates its Corporate Responsibility policy reinforcing its commitment to sustainability, safety and continuous improvement

ESOLVE updates its Corporate Responsibility policy reinforcing its commitment to sustainability, safety and continuous improvement

At ESOLVE we have updated our Corporate Responsibility policy to continue advancing as a company committed to environmental sustainability, occupational health and safety, and the continuous improvement of all our processes.

This update reaffirms our commitment as an environmental consultancy and engineering specialist in soil and water decontamination, water cycle management and sustainable environmental solutions for industry.

A policy aligned with the continuous improvement principles of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

ESOLVE’s new Corporate Responsibility policy is aligned with the principles of continuous improvement established in our management systems certified under the ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

Through this update we reinforce our way of working based on:

• Environmental protection and pollution prevention.
• The safety and health of workers.
• The evaluation and minimization of environmental and occupational risks.
• The continuous improvement of processes and services.
• Legal and regulatory compliance.
• Sustainability applied to industrial and environmental projects.
• Technical innovation in environmental remediation and water treatment.
• Transparency and corporate responsibility.

At ESOLVE we understand that environmental and safety certifications are not only a requirement, but a real tool to guarantee technical quality, prevention, traceability and constant improvement in each project.

Environmental commitment and sustainable solutions for the industry

As an environmental engineering and consulting company, we work daily on projects of:

• Decontamination of contaminated soils.
• Groundwater reclamation.
• Industrial water treatment.
• Industrial environmental management.
• Research on emerging pollutants.
• Environmental risk assessment.
• Optimisation of treatment and discharge systems.

In addition, we continue to promote environmental R+D+i projects focused on the research and treatment of emerging contaminants such as PFAS and APIs, one of the great current environmental challenges for industry and water management.

Our approach combines sustainability, innovation and scientific rigour to help companies and industries reduce their environmental impact and move towards more responsible, efficient and resilient models.

Safety, occupational health and preventive culture

The update of our Corporate Responsibility also puts the focus on people and the preventive culture that we promote within the organization.

Especially in field projects and complex environmental actions, we consider it a priority to ensure safe, healthy and technically controlled working environments, in line with the standards of ISO 45001 and our philosophy of continuous improvement.

Prevention, continuous training and the well-being of teams are part of the way we understand environmental engineering and corporate responsibility.

ESOLVE: a company committed to the environment and continuous improvement

At ESOLVE we believe that protecting land and water requires real commitment, technical knowledge and the ability to constantly evolve.

That is why we continue to evolve our management systems, procedures and corporate policies to offer effective, sustainable environmental solutions aligned with the current challenges of the industry and the environment.

This update of our Corporate Responsibility policy reinforces our vision of the future as a company committed to the environment, sustainability, safety and continuous improvement.

You can consult our updated policy here: ESOLVE Corporate Responsibility

Are you looking for an environmental engineering company committed to sustainability and continuous improvement?

At ESOLVE we help industries and organizations to face complex environmental challenges through sustainable, safe technical solutions adapted to each project.

Contact our team to find out more.

28 May ESOLVE addresses the challenge of PFAS in the WaterTalks: how to respond to the new “nanogram era”

ESOLVE addresses the challenge of PFAS in the WaterTalks: how to respond to the new “nanogram era”

On 14th May, Ricard Mora, Managing Director of ESOLVE, participated as a speaker in the WaterTalks organised by the Catalan Water Partnership (CWP), Eurecat, ICRA and IQS, a conference focused on one of the great challenges that is already impacting European industry: the management of PFAS and other emerging pollutants.

Under the title “The challenge of PFAS: from the regulatory threat to the definitive solution”, the presentation addressed how the new European regulatory framework is forcing many organizations to rethink the management of their waters, aquifers and environmental assets.

A paradigm shift that ESOLVE defines as “the nanogram era”: a scenario where regulatory limits drop to extremely low concentrations and where many current infrastructures were not designed to respond to these levels of demand.

New PFAS regulation forces anticipation

PFAS (per-and polyfluoroalkyl compounds), known as “permaylated pollutants” due to their high persistence in the environment, have become one of the main regulatory priorities of the European Union.

Currently, Royal Decree 3/2023 already sets specific limits for PFAS in water for human consumption, while the new European directives for surface and groundwater pose even more restrictive requirements, placing certain priority compounds at levels in the order of nanograms per liter.

This new scenario poses a technical, economic and operational challenge for numerous industrial sectors, especially those with a possible impact on process water, aquifers or soils.

For many organizations, the issue is no longer just to comply with current regulations, but to anticipate future regulatory restrictions that could affect:

• operational continuity,
• the management of environmental assets,
• administrative authorisations,
• future remediation and treatment costs.

ESOLVE’s own technology to act directly on the source of contamination

Faced with this scenario, its comprehensive approach to the management and elimination of PFAS, based on technologies capable of not only separating the contaminant, but also destroying it effectively, was presented at the WaterTalks.

One of the central points of the presentation was the presentation of ESOLVE’s own plug-and-play electrooxidation plant , a mobile solution designed to work directly on site and adapt to different industrial and environmental environments.

The technology makes it possible to intervene directly on the source of contamination without the need for large permanent infrastructures, reducing implementation times, operational complexity and costs associated with treatment.

In addition, electrooxidation allows the chemical bonds of PFAS/APIS to be destroyed and the problem avoids transferring the problem to other media or to future waste management costs and environmental liabilities.

The plant is part of the comprehensive treatment train, which combines:

• separative and concentrative technologies,
• Surfactant Foam Fractionation (SAFF)
• anion exchange resins (AEX),
• Advanced destructive technologies based on electrooxidation.

This model allows each solution to be adapted to the specific characteristics of the site and the type of contamination present.

Solutions applicable in a real environment for a challenge that is no longer future

ESOLVE’s participation in the WaterTalks reinforces the company’s position as an engineering company specialising in emerging pollutants and in the development of technological solutions applicable in real industrial environments.

In a context where regulation evolves faster than many existing infrastructures, the ability to act in an agile, flexible and direct way on the ground will be key to reducing regulatory, operational and economic risks.

Adapting to the new PFAS regulation is no longer a future issue. For many industries, anticipating now will make the difference between managing risk in a controlled way or facing much more complex and costly adaptation processes in the coming years.

Are you concerned about the impact of the new PFAS regulation on your assets, process water, or industrial sites?

At ESOLVE we help organisations assess their vulnerability to emerging contaminants through specialised diagnostics and treatment strategies adapted to each industrial reality.

Contact our technical team to analyse your scenario and define a tailor-made action plan.

18 May ESOLVE promotes research into PFAS in contaminated water in collaboration with the CSIC

ESOLVE promotes research into PFAS in contaminated water in collaboration with the CSIC

The collaboration with the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) reinforces ESOLVE’s commitment to the analysis and search for solutions to PFAS, one of the greatest challenges in groundwater pollution.

PFAS (per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances), known as “Eternal pollutants”, represent today one of the most complex challenges in environmental management. Its high persistence, its capacity for mobility in the environment and its resistance to degradation mean that its presence in groundwater requires a Technical Approach and a clear commitment to research.

In this context, ESOLVE has initiated a collaboration with the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), through the Institute of Microelectronics of Barcelona (IMB-CNM) y, specifically, by the researcher Borja Sepúlveda in the Micro and Nanotools Group (MNTL), with the aim of continuing to deepen the analysis of water contaminated with PFAS and advance in the knowledge of its behavior in real conditions.

Applied research to address emerging contaminants

The collaboration is based on the study of groundwater samples managed by ESOLVE within the framework of its projects. This joint work makes it possible to connect the Field Experience with scientific knowledge, a key step to better understand the presence and evolution of PFAS in complex environments.

This type of initiative responds to a growing need in the sector: to integrate applied research into the Soil and water pollution management. It is not just a matter of identifying the problem, but of continuing to generate knowledge that allows it to be addressed more effectively.

Collaboration with reference centres

Working with institutions such as the CSIC is part of ESOLVE’s strategy to promote solutions based on science and evidence. Collaboration with research centres makes it possible to advance in the analysis of emerging pollutants and to strengthen the technical quality of the projects.

At the same time, such partnerships contribute to accelerating the development of new approaches in the PFAS Treatment, an area that is constantly evolving due to the complexity of these compounds.

An ongoing commitment to environmental innovation

This collaboration is part of ESOLVE’s commitment to innovate in soil and water decontamination. In the face of persistent pollutants such as PFAS, the answer necessarily involves continuing research, contrasting approaches and working in coordination with the scientific environment.

Because pollution management is not static. It evolves at the pace of knowledge.

And this is precisely where the collaboration between engineering and science makes the difference.

Learn more about the emerging contaminants and the impact of PFAS on water and soil here.

17 Mar ESOLVE brings technical criteria and strategic vision to the Conference on soil contamination of the Waste Agency of Catalonia.

ESOLVE brings technical criteria and strategic vision to the Conference on soil contamination of the Waste Agency of Catalonia.

On 18 and 19 February, ESOLVE actively participated in the Conference on Soil Pollution organised by the Waste Agency of Catalonia (ARC), one of the main spaces for technical and regulatory debate in the field of soil quality in Catalonia.

ESOLVE’s contribution was articulated in three relevant interventions. On the one hand, during the session dedicated to sustainability, ESOLVE addressed the ZLD as a strategy aimed at minimizing liquid discharge and optimizing the use of water resources, in a context marked by water scarcity and increased regulatory requirements. The approach emphasized the need to integrate advanced technology with technical criteria to ensure viable and efficient solutions.

On the other hand, the company’s technical manager, David Arias, moderated block 4 dedicated to emerging pollutants, an area that currently concentrates an important part of the technical and regulatory challenges of the sector. The moderation allowed for an orderly discussion, provided technical context and facilitated reflection on the new evaluation criteria and the challenges associated with highly complex substances.

The following day, ESOLVE intervened as a speaker in the same block to present its experience in the remediation of PFAS, persistent pollutants of special environmental and regulatory concern. The company has been working for years on projects related to the research and treatment of these compounds, developing solutions based on rigorous risk analysis and the application of technologies adapted to each site.

The presentation highlighted the need to address PFAS with a specialized technical vision and anticipation in the face of an evolving regulatory framework. The experience accumulated by ESOLVE in this field reinforces its position as a consultancy prepared to face one of the great environmental challenges of the coming years.

Participation in these conferences is not only an institutional presence, but also a clear desire to actively contribute to the evolution of the sector. In a context marked by the updating of criteria such as the new NGRs and by the increase in environmental demand, the ability to provide technical criteria, applied knowledge and strategic vision becomes differential.

This line of action is aligned with the three pillars that define ESOLVE’s activity: science, innovation and sustainability. Science as a basis for sound diagnoses and informed decisions; innovation as a driving force to incorporate advanced methodologies and technologies; and sustainability as a commitment to the protection of soil and water in the long term.

With its participation in the ARC Conference, ESOLVE consolidates its position as a strategic technical agent in the field of soil and water decontamination, capable not only of executing projects, but also of anticipating scenarios and contributing to defining the standards of the sector.

05 Mar ESOLVE joins the Catalan Water Partnership to promote innovation and sustainability in water management

ESOLVE joins the Catalan Water Partnership to promote innovation and sustainability in water management

ESOLVE | Environmental Consulting and Engineering has formalised its incorporation into the Catalan Water Partnership (CWP), the cluster that brings together leading companies and institutions in innovation and sustainability in the water sector. This strategic alliance allows ESOLVE to strengthen its mission to protect natural resources and consolidate its leadership in comprehensive solutions for soil and water decontamination.

Leadership and experience at the service of innovation

For Ricard Mora, Managing Director of ESOLVE, “being part of the Catalan Water Partnership is a key opportunity to share knowledge and establish synergies with the most relevant players in the sector. Innovation in water purification and treatment of emerging pollutants is not only a technological challenge, but a way to generate a real and measurable environmental impact”.

ESOLVE’s expertise in advanced water treatments, including remediation of emerging pollutants, innovative purification systems, and sustainable solutions based on scientific evidence, brings differential value to CWP. This collaboration reinforces the company’s capacity to develop R+D+i projects that combine technical efficiency, sustainability and social impact.

Synergies and collaborative projects

Joining CWP opens the door to new collaborative initiatives with companies, universities and research centres, promoting sustainable water management and the optimisation of industrial and municipal processes. It also allows ESOLVE to participate in projects aimed at innovation in advanced water treatments, reinforcing its commitment to comprehensive and environmentally responsible solutions.

Commitment to the future of the sector

With this alliance, ESOLVE consolidates its position as a benchmark in the soil and water decontamination sector, positioning itself as an active agent in the sustainable transformation of the water sector in Catalonia and Spain. The company reaffirms its commitment to innovation, technology and sustainability, combining technical rigour and real impact on the territory.

29 Nov ESOLVE reinforces its commitment to safety and the environment with ISO 45001:2018 certification

ESOLVE reinforces its commitment to safety and the environment with ISO 45001:2018 certification

At ESOLVE we have obtained ISO 45001 certification, a new step in our commitment to continuous improvement, occupational safety and excellence in environmental management.

This international certification certifies that our occupational health and safety management system complies with the most demanding standards in occupational risk prevention, worker protection and operational control in complex industrial and technical environments.

Obtaining ISO 45001 is in addition to the ISO 14001 certification, already implemented in ESOLVE, reinforcing a work model where safety, sustainability and technical rigour advance together.

An environmental consultancy and engineering committed to people and the environment

At ESOLVE we work on environmental consulting and engineering projects specialized in:

• Decontamination of contaminated soils.
• Environmental research and risk analysis.
• Environmental remediation in industrial environments.
• Industrial water treatment.
• Comprehensive management of the water cycle.
• Characterization of emerging contaminants such as PFAS and APIs.
• Environmental management for chemical, pharmaceutical and manufacturing industries.

Many of these projects involve field work, coordination of business activities (CAE, according to Spanish occupational health and safety regulations), operations in active industrial facilities and technical actions with high preventive demand.

Therefore, integrating occupational health and safety into all our processes is not only a regulatory requirement: it is an essential part of our corporate culture.

ISO 45001 and ISO 14001: Integrated safety and sustainability

The combination of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications allows us to consolidate an integrated management system aimed at:

• The active prevention of occupational risks.
• The protection of the health and well-being of the team.
• Minimization of environmental impact.
• Continuous improvement of internal processes.
• Responsible management of environmental projects.
• Operational optimization in industrial environments.
• Environmental and safety compliance.

In sectors such as environmental decontamination and industrial water treatment, the safety of people and the protection of the environment must be addressed together.

That is why at ESOLVE we understand that regenerating polluted environments also involves creating safe, planned and responsible work environments.

Occupational safety in environmental and industrial projects

The ISO 45001 certification reinforces our ability to manage complex environmental projects under risk prevention, coordination and control criteria.

This includes key aspects such as:

• Evaluation and control of occupational risks.
• Safety protocols in field work.
• Coordination of business activities.
• Training and preventive awareness.
• Continuous improvement of health and safety performance.
• Integration of prevention into technical decision-making.

For ESOLVE, occupational safety is not an isolated element within the organization, but a transversal part of the environmental management and technical quality of our projects.

A certified environmental company oriented towards continuous improvement

Obtaining ISO 45001 reflects ESOLVE’s commitment to sustainable, responsible growth aligned with the current needs of the industry and the environment.

We continue working to consolidate ourselves as a benchmark environmental consulting and engineering company in:

• Decontamination of soil and water.
• Industrial water treatment.
• Industrial environmental management.
• Emerging contaminants such as PFAS and APIs.
• Occupational health and safety in environmental projects.
• Sustainable solutions based on science and innovation.

Because we believe that environmental innovation only makes sense when it is developed with technical rigour, responsibility and care for people and the environment.

Find out how we work on safety and sustainability in industrial environmental projects.