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We would like to keep you informed of relevant developments within the industry and in our organization. We regularly share updates on this page.

New biogas plant in Spain

New biogas plant in Spain

Together with FCC, OWS will construct a new waste treatment plant in Gipuzkoa to treat 40.000 tons per year of source separated organics.

Environmental report 2018

Environmental report 2018

This report aims to present the key features of our environmental management system and indicate where we are today with our environmental impact.

OWS exists 30 years!

OWS exists 30 years!

In 2018, OWS will celebrate its 30th anniversary. Below is our itinerary with key milestones.

Development of new MEGACO technology

Development of new MEGACO technology

This summer, OWS completed two R&D projects focusing on the development of a biological conversion technology for the production of biomethane from CO2 and hydrogen.

Expert statement : (Bio)degradable mulching films

Expert statement : (Bio)degradable mulching films

This expert statement, commissioned by European Bioplastics, tackles two aspects related to the (bio)degradation of agricultural mulching films in soil.

New DRANCO plant in Japan

New DRANCO plant in Japan

The plant on Shikoku island will convert 64 tonnes of organic material into biogas daily in a 3,000m³ fermenter.

OWS in 'De Tijd'

OWS in ‘De Tijd’

OWS will build its first plant in the UK, and De Tijd has taken notice.

Oxo-degradable plastics: do they biodegrade?

Oxo-degradable plastics: do they biodegrade?

Last year, OWS performed a large desk research study for Plastics Europe on the benefits and challenges of bio- and oxo-degradable plastics.

Open letter on biodegradable-compostable plastics

Open letter on biodegradable-compostable plastics

Two active researchers and established figures have written an open letter explaining these misconceptions based on scientific facts.

OWS now also accredited for home composting tests and biobased testing

OWS now also accredited for home composting tests and biobased testing

In June 2013, DIN CERTCO extended the certificate and OWS was also recognised to perform home composting tests and biobased tests.

Verge grass project launched

Verge grass project launched

Together with IGEAN environment and safety, OWS is carrying out a demonstration project in which verge grass will be fermented together with GFT waste.

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