🎙️ Welcome to Innovation Deciphered In this episode, your host Time Fitch ventures into the world of land remediation with two distinguished guests, Graham Bucknell and Andy O'Dea from Cognition Land and Water—winners of the prestigious 2024 Ground Engineering Contractor of the Year award. This episode dives deep into the complexities of transforming contaminated and underutilised land into safe, valuable spaces. Graham and Andy bring decades of experience to the table, sharing insights into the latest techniques and technologies used in land remediation. From cleaning up hazardous Brownfield sites to addressing the challenges posed by radiological contamination, and the newly recognised threat of "forever chemicals" like PFAS, they discuss how early involvement and innovative approaches are crucial to successful outcomes. They’ll explore real-world examples, such as the remediation of former industrial and military sites, where cutting-edge methods like in-situ treatments, foam fractionation for water purification, and advanced materials management are employed to ensure safety and sustainability. You'll also learn about the critical role of regulatory frameworks and the importance of collaboration between contractors and clients in navigating these complex projects. Whether you’re an industry professional, a sustainability advocate, or simply intrigued by the challenges of land development, this episode offers a rare glimpse into the technical expertise and forward-thinking strategies that are helping to rebuild and revitalise our environment. Tune in to Innovation Deciphered and discover how these groundbreaking efforts are turning contaminated sites into thriving, healthy spaces for future generations.