Article | REF: C5582 V1

Techniques for rehabilitating polluted sites and soils - Summary sheets

Author: Pascal ROUDIER

Publication date: February 10, 2005

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9. Soil composting

The technique is based on adding compost to the soil to promote the biodegradation of pollutants (figure 9 ). It is based on three points:

  • the need for structuring to improve soil aeration,

  • the nutrient requirements of micro-organisms,

  • the growth of micro-organisms.

Compost varies enormously in quality, not all composts work in the same way, and some have specific actions. This technique is often used for hydrocarbon-contaminated soils.

  • Principle

    The "soil composting" process involves mixing contaminated soil with a suitable compost to promote contaminant degradation. Soil composting...

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