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Contaminated Sites

Structured investigation and remediation planning, so you can manage risks, protect people and restore land with confidence.

Contaminated sites present complex environmental, technical and regulatory challenges. Pollutants in soil, groundwater or building structures can pose risks to human health, ecosystems and future land use if not properly understood and managed.

We support clients throughout all phases of contaminated site management — from historical research and technical investigations to risk assessment and remediation planning — ensuring that contamination is addressed in a safe, compliant and sustainable manner.

Why contaminated site management requires clarity

Past land uses, industrial activities and disposal practices often leave behind hidden contamination that only becomes visible during redevelopment or construction. Without a structured approach, uncertainty about contamination extent, exposure pathways or regulatory obligations can delay projects, increase costs and create legal risks.

By combining scientific investigation, regulatory expertise and practical remediation planning, we help create transparency at an early stage and provide a reliable basis for informed decision-making.

What we deliver

Clear understanding of contamination sources.
Through historical research and targeted investigations, we identify potential contamination sources and reconstruct how pollutants may have entered soil, groundwater or structures.

Reliable risk and hazard assessment.
We evaluate pollutant types, concentrations and exposure pathways to determine relevance for human health, groundwater protection and ecological systems.

Regulatory-aligned remediation strategies.
Based on investigation and risk assessment results, we develop remediation and safeguarding concepts that align with regulatory frameworks and site-specific technical conditions.

Technically and economically sound solutions.
We assess the feasibility, effectiveness and long-term performance of remediation options, supporting solutions that balance environmental protection with practical implementation.

Transparent documentation and authority support.
Our documentation provides a clear basis for communication with authorities, planners and stakeholders, supporting approvals and long-term legal security.

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How we work

Our approach integrates historical analysis, field investigations, laboratory evaluation and risk assessment into a coherent workflow. We align scientific findings with regulatory requirements and technical feasibility, ensuring that recommendations are practical and proportionate. Close coordination with clients and authorities supports transparency, efficiency and timely decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Historical and technical site investigations

Historical and technical investigations establish the foundation for contaminated site assessment. We analyse historical records, maps and operational data to identify potential contamination sources, and carry out technical investigations such as drilling, sampling and in situ testing.

These measures provide essential information on subsurface conditions, pollutant distribution and possible migration pathways, supporting reliable classification and further assessment.

Contamination and hazard assessments

Hazard and risk assessments determine whether detected contamination poses a relevant risk to people, groundwater or the environment. We interpret laboratory results, assess exposure scenarios and compare findings with applicable regulatory thresholds and guideline values.

This process provides clarity on contamination relevance and defines whether further investigation, monitoring or remediation is required.

Remediation, restoration and safeguarding

Remediation and safeguarding concepts translate investigation results into practical measures. Depending on site conditions and project objectives, this may include active remediation, containment or long-term protective strategies.

We support the planning of restoration measures that enable safe land use, protect environmental resources and ensure long-term stability. Coordination with authorities and stakeholders ensures that remediation strategies are technically robust, approved and implementable.

Outcome

With a structured understanding of contamination risks and clearly defined remediation strategies, contaminated sites can be managed responsibly and redeveloped safely.

Our services help reduce uncertainty, support regulatory compliance and create the conditions for sustainable land use and long-term environmental protection.

Contact Person

Mohamed Gharbi

Managing Director
Expertise: Contaminated Sites
E-mail: mohamed.gharbi@icp-ing.de

Contaminated Sites

  • Historical and technical surveys and explorations
  • Hazard assessments
  • Remediation investigation and planning
  • Remediation implementation and monitoring
  • Groundwater monitoring
  • Monitoring, aftercare
  • Work and safety plans (A + S plan), coordinator according to DGUV 101-004

Contact Person

Departmental Coordinator

Contaminated Sites
Managing Director | Mohamed Gharbi
Mohamed.Gharbi@icp-ing.de