The circular raw material Kaumera is found in wastewater and has versatile properties. It acts as a biostimulant, can retain and repel water, is fire-retardant and an excellent binding agent.
We find applications for Kaumera in agriculture, forestry, horticulture and industry such as bio-based construction.
Highlights
Fascinated bij EPS
Yuemei Lin has been involved with Kaumera from the beginning. in her career, she has always been fascinated by EPS. her knowledge is invaluable to Kaumera.
Young trees benefit from Kaumera
Do young trees grow better when Kaumera is mixed into the soil to retain moisture longer? Trials by gardening company Hoefakker from de Bilt in their nursery were promising.
News
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Kaumera Sales & Services: focus on industrial use
3 December 2024With a new venture founded by the cooperative of water boards and Royal HaskoningDHV, Kaumera is entering an exciting new phase.
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Innovative pilot for reinforcing dykes
4 November 2024The Rijn en IJssel water authority, together with Bureau Waardenburg and the Lumbricus knowledge program, is investigating whether Kaumera extracted from residual water can strengt
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New LIFE grant from the EU
20 June 2024To support Kaumera's development, the EU LIFE program has awarded a new grant for the next 3 years.
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Kaumera facts
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20%
less watering is required for young plants
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45%
more soil activity thanks to Kaumera as an additive
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35%
less sludge discharge due to Kaumera extraction