The soil beneath our feet supplies sand, gravel and clay. The subsurface is the foundation for infrastructure and dikes. And we use the subsurface as extra space so that we can house more functions in a particular area. Deltares has the expertise relating to all these subsurface issues.
The combination of these different areas of expertise generates innovative solutions. We combine the geological structure of the subsurface with an understanding of dredging and sand production. We apply our understanding of urban groundwater in conjunction with our knowledge about soil to the creation of infrastructure. An understanding of geotechnology and foundations is essential during construction activities on and in soft subsurfaces. It allows risks to be managed better.
Economic activities can result in the contamination of the subsurface. Deltares maps out the risks for soil quality and advises about remediation.
Water and soil quality
People want clean water and clean soil. And rightly so. Nevertheless, that's not as straightforward as it seems. Water and soil behave in extremely complex ways.> Read more
Urban Land and Water Management
Good water management in the city includes a complex array of factors: safety, public health and sustainability, to name just a few. > Read more
Spatial planning and ecology
Economic activity, rising populations and the impact of climate change are generating increasing pressure on habitable space in deltas, river basins and coastal areas. > Read more
Flood risk analysis and flood risk management
Throughout the world, floods threaten large numbers of people. Economic development and climate change are aggravating the situation.> Read more
Linear infrastructure and industry
Linear infrastructure is the economy's blood supply. Roads and rail move people and goods; utilities bring in essential services and remove waste.> Read more
