WoodTreat is implemented by a strong European consortium composed of universities, research organisations, SMEs, and large industrial partners. Together, they combine scientific excellence, technological expertise, and industrial know-how to address the complex challenge of recycling preservative-treated wood waste and enabling circular bio-based solutions.
PROJECT COORDINATOR
SLU is a leading international university dedicated to research, education, and environmental monitoring related to sustainable use of natural resources. Through its strong focus on the interaction between ecosystems, society, and resource efficiency, SLU coordinates WoodTreat and ensures scientific excellence, integration across work packages, and alignment with European sustainability goals.
GERMANY
The Fraunhofer Institute for Wood Research (WKI) is a leading research organisation in bio-based materials, recycling processes, and product testing. In WoodTreat, Fraunhofer WKI supports technology development and industrial applicability of circular wood solutions.
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FRANCE
LERMAB is a multidisciplinary research laboratory dedicated to wood valorisation. Its expertise includes steam explosion, hydrolysis, and bioprocessing for recovering cellulose, lignin, and fibres, supporting the development of advanced wood-based materials.
FRANCE
SOPREMA is a global leader in building protection, energy efficiency, and construction solutions. In WoodTreat, SOPREMA brings industrial expertise in eco-designed, high performance building systems and supports the development of durable and sustainable wood-based products.
GREECE
AdMiRIS is an engineering and consulting company specialising in life cycle assessment, market analysis, and economic modelling. In WoodTreat, AdMiRIS leads LCA activities and evaluates market and economic feasibility.
ITALY
MANIFAKTURA is an innovative SME specialising in circular economy, open innovation, product certification, and technology transfer in the wood-furniture sector. The company contributes its strong network and expertise in innovation management and stakeholder engagement.
FRANCE
ESB trains wood scientists and technologists from technician to PhD level and conducts applied research through its LIMBHA research unit. Within WoodTreat, ESB contributes expertise in wood circular economy and intelligent, responsible recycling of wood materials.
UNITED KINGDOM
The University of Birmingham is a leading research-intensive university with a strong commitment to sustainability and societal impact. In WoodTreat, it contributes academic excellence and interdisciplinary research expertise.
NETHERLANDS
IHE Delft is a UNESCO Category II institute and a world renowned centre for water research and education. Within WoodTreat, IHE Delft is responsible for hydrothermal carbonization processes to capture pollutants and recover carbon from wood fines and liquid effluents.
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UNITED KINGDOM
FiberLean is a leading supplier of equipment for the production of microfibrillated cellulose (MFC). In WoodTreat, FiberLean produces MFC from project-derived cellulose sources and supports the development of applications for bio-based materials.
FRANCE
FCBA supports companies in the forestry, construction, and furniture sectors through research, testing, certification, and standardisation. Within WoodTreat, FCBA contributes technical expertise and supports quality and sustainability assessment.
GREECE
The University of Thessaly is an innovative European university focused on research excellence and social responsibility. Within WoodTreat, it supports scientific research and contributes to the project’s sustainability and societal objectives.
BELGIUM
Unilin Panels develops innovative wood-based panels for construction and interior design. Within WoodTreat, Unilin validates particleboard production using new adhesives and contributes expertise in wood waste sorting and industrial manufacturing.
GERMANY
iVTH is a non-profit association promoting research and development in wood-based materials and renewable raw materials. In WoodTreat, iVTH supports dissemination, collective research, and knowledge transfer, particularly benefiting SMEs.
GERMANY
Schumann-Analytics develops advanced GC-IMS analytical instruments for detecting environmental contaminants. In WoodTreat, the company advances non-destructive, fast, and cost-efficient methods to identify chemically treated wood before and after depollution.
ALBANIA
MEKR is an SME specialising in industrial machinery for ceramic and construction materials. The company leads the pilot trial on producing clay bricks incorporating contaminated treated wood, supporting industrial validation and scale-up.
CYPRUS / GREECE
NovaMechanics develops advanced modelling, simulation, and AI-based software tools. In WoodTreat, NovaM contributes data analysis, predictive modelling, and digital tools supporting process optimisation and sustainability assessment.
GERMANY
Steinbeis 2i specialises in innovation consulting, technology transfer, and European research funding. In WoodTreat, Steinbeis 2i supports exploitation strategies, impact maximisation, and innovation uptake.