10+ Years of Research

The development of our technology is based on more than ten years of research, testing, and proven results. From the beginning, our goal has been the same: to enable the safe and sustainable reuse of soil and growth media – without chemicals.

Tested and Validated

Our technology and methodology have been tested and validated by leading research institutions in Norway and Europe, including:

  • NIBIO – Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research
  • NMBU – Norwegian University of Life Sciences
  • Lindum
  • Several international EU projects

While much of our early research focused on agriculture, the core principles and results are directly applicable to:

  • Steaming of soil masses in construction and landfill settings
  • Treatment and reuse of substrates in indoor farming and greenhouse production

Methodology and Technology Validation

All testing has been conducted under both controlled and real-life conditions, measuring:

  • Core temperature and humidity during steaming
  • Microbiological content before and after treatment
  • Plant health and biomass development after treatment

Studies include both classical methods (CFU, PCR, microscopy) and advanced tools such as DNA-based species identification.

Our technology has also been validated through multiple EU-funded programs, including the EIC Accelerator and Horizon 2020, where performance, sustainability, and market potential were thoroughly assessed.

Latest News

Join us in our journey through our news releases and blogs.

23. September 2025

SoilSteam Demo Day 2025: Recycling Soil for a Circular Future

25. February 2025

3 Reasons Why you should Reuse Peat and Coco Coir (Substrate) in Greenhouse Production

2. July 2025

Steamed reused substrate is as good as fresh in new Proefcentrum Hoogstraten research

Research & Results

The development of our technology is based on more than ten years of research, testing, and proven results.

Join Our Team

Working at Soil Steam you will make a difference – for the company, your collegaues and for the world

Sustainability

Steaming allows for reduced climate impact and more efficient use of resources.