About us
The Gecko project is a collaboration between ESKA and Paques Biomaterials. Envirochemie, Paques, Jorritsma Bouw and Tauw are involved in engineering the construction of the world’s first plant to produce a natural alternative to plastics (PHA) from paper process water.
ESKA
Paper recycling plant
ESKA is an international paper recycling company specialised in the production of solid board for book covers, puzzles, games and luxury packaging.
Paques Biomaterials
PHA production
Paques Biomaterials has developed a technology in which natural bacteria produce a biodegradable alternative to plastic (PHA) in process water.
Envirochemie
Engineering
Envirochemie is your partner for everything related to water and wastewater treatment in industrial and commercial applications.
Paques
Engineering
Paques develops ingenious anaerobic water treatment systems to reuse wastewater and simultaneously produce biogas or PHA.
Jorritsma Bouw
Construction
Jorritsma Bouw is one of the largest construction companies in the northern Netherlands and specialises in chain collaborations and cradle-to-cradle, smart construction.
Tauw
Environmental consultancy
TAUW is a European consultancy and engineering firm with a strong position in environmental consultancy and the sustainable development of the living environment.
Do you want to know more?
Do you have any questions about this project, its impact on the immediate environment, or the possibilities for treating process water? Please contact us using the contact form below.

