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CEBEDEAU • About CEBEDEAU
About
Our mission
Working towards sustainable management of our water resources through our technical expertise and scientific research, serving businesses and communities.
Our values
Explore tomorrow
Act with integrity
Value our differences
Our field of expertise
Water treatment
Providing the right quality of water for every type of use
Sampling & Analysis
A team of experienced technicians who adapt to each situation to take representative samples and analyse them with the utmost care.
Data processing
For accurate and relevant processing of all water-related data.
Environmental microbiology
Putting biological activity at the service of water treatment and the environment.
Legal and administrative framework
Understanding the technical aspects of water legislation.
Trainings
Training of engineers and technicians in purification processes, malfunctions and sizing of urban and industrial wastewater treatment plants.
Our history
Our history
CEBEDEAU is the first spin-off of the University of Liège. Founded in 1947, our non-profit association has since become the scientific and technical partner of manufacturers, public authorities, and research institutions. A true reference in the field of water-related research, CEBEDEAU carries out national and international projects and participates in the discovery of tomorrow's innovations for increasingly efficient and environmentally friendly water management and conservation.
1947 CEBEDEAU's founding
The CEBEDEAU is founded by Edmond Leclerc, professor at the University of Liège. At the end of World War II, with the economy and industry in a fragile state, the government decides to support the creation of clusters in various sectors, including water treatment.
1948 First years
The early years were marked by significant challenges, notably a lack of qualified personnel in a field that was still relatively unknown. Despite these difficulties, hard work began. Wastewater treatment, a subject that was virtually unheard of at the time, attracted little industrial interest, and there was still no legislation to regulate this crucial area.
1950 First laws on wastewater
The first wastewater laws began to emerge, a major step for the sector:
Law on the protection of waters against pollution (promulgated on March 11, 1950, Belgian Official Gazette of April 27, 1950)
Royal Decree on the conditions for the discharge of wastewater not originating from municipal sewers (December 29, 1953, Belgian Official Gazetteof January 18-19, 1954)
1955 Change in the management
Francis Edeline, a scientist and linguist by training, takes over as director of CEBEDEAU. He steers the institution toward a resolutely research- and development-oriented approach, a change that will shape the future of the research center.
1964 CEBEDOC's foundation
The creation of CEBEDOC sprl marked a turning point for the organization. This company, created in part due to the publication requirement imposed by IRSIA, became CEBEDEAU's publishing house. With the birth of the “Tribune de l'eau” (Water Forum), a real network formed around French-language publications on wastewater, creating a community of experts and stakeholders in the sector.
1995 Mr Vandevenne's arrival at the CEBEDEAU
Mr. Louis Vandevenne succeeds Mr. Edeline and takes over as director of CEBEDEAU. Drawing on his experience, he broadens the center's horizons, integrating new services beyond simple research. This leads to the creation of the sanitary engineering and laboratory departments, two new components that enrich CEBEDEAU's core activities.
2001 Crescendeau's project
The Crescendeau project is launched. This project aims to create a research and scientific expertise center dedicated to water, with a particular focus on the needs of public operators and industry.
2006 The CEBEDEAU is moving
The CEBEDEAU leaves its historic site in Val Benoit and moves to new premises at Aquapôle, on the Sart-Tilman campus of the University of Liège. This move marks a new chapter in its development.
2010 CEBEDOC's ending
In decline, CEBEDOC Publishing is dissolved, bringing an end to an era of rich publications that had become obsolete over time.
2014 Change of management
Stéphane Nonet takes the reins of CEBEDEAU. An engineer at the institution since 1991, he brings a new dynamic to the entire research center.
Our team
A team available to help you
We are engineers, researchers, technicians… and enthusiasts! Guided by a collaborative spirit, we put our knowledge and network at the service of your ambitions. Our team of around forty multidisciplinary and multicultural women and men is committed to adding value to your projects.
Our certifications
The CEBEDEAU, in accordance with specific requirements, is officially recognized by several independent organizations, thereby guaranteeing the quality of its services.
Research center
We are accredited by the SPW as a Research Center (CRA), a laboratory responsible for official analyses relating to the protection of surface water against pollution (categories A, B (restricted to ecotoxicity testing (Daphnia magna) and C), as well as a category 2 laboratory (water matrix) within the framework of SOL accreditation.
ISO 17025 - 353 TEST
We are ISO 17025 accredited by BELAC, the Belgian accreditation body, guaranteeing compliance with the requirements concerning the competence of its analysis laboratory.
Chèques Entreprises
We are recognized as a Chèque-Entreprises certified service provider, ISO 17025 accredited, and approved by the SPW as a research center and Category 2 Water and Soil laboratory.
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We are engineers, researchers, technicians… and passionate! Guided by a collaborative spirit, we put our knowledge and our network at the service of your ambitions.
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