On the ECT site in Villeneuve-sous-Dammartin, the “Eye of Heaven” planted by schoolchildren

160 children from schools in Le Mesnil-Amelot and Villeneuve-sous-Dammartin took part in the greening of the “Eye of Heaven”. Work on the West Eye, named “Icare”, began in June 2022. After the earthworks, the work is completed with the planting. The schoolchildren’s visit: a high point in the project. Schoolchildren take an active role in their region At the top of the hill on the ECT site in Villeneuve-sous-Dammartin, schoolchildren were given a sneak preview of the “Eye in the Sky”. Now nearing completion, this work of land art was designed by architect Antoine Grumbach. It is carried out by

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Backfilling an active open-pit quarry

GPS coordinates : Download the brochure Types of layout Backfilling an open-cast quarry Issues : Securing the site Status: In operation,soil inputs See the site in operation Project presentation ECT recycles excavated soil from the construction industry, backfilling the Villeparisis-Montzaigle quarry on behalf of Placo®. The input of materials required for backfilling becomes a source of revenue for the quarryman, while ensuring the safety of the quarry. Backfilling is a 100% efficient alternative to tamping: better control of the site’s future stability, a source of income, not a cost item. Key figures September 2021 Start of quarry backfilling Project life

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Restoring natural environments in urban areas: Sempin Park

GPS coordinates :   Download brochure Types of layout Landscaped urban park Outdoor sports and relaxation area Issues : Green in the city Sport in the city Status: completion of the improvements Partners Project presentation Formerly a gypsum and clay quarry, the Sempin site in Chelles had been abandoned and overtaken by invasive species and illegal dumping. Since 2012, SAFER Île-de-France has owned the land, and ECT, the project operator, has been transforming the site by reusing excavated construction and public works materials under a circular economy model. The goal of the project is to restore this damaged site and

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Developing an agricultural, landscape and leisure project

GPS coordinates : Types of layout Outdoor sports and relaxation area Agricultural vocation Issues : Farm rehabilitation Sport in the city Status: In operation, soil inputs See the site in operation Project presentation The extension of the “Les Carreaux” site in Annet-sur-Marne opens up new agricultural, environmental and leisure opportunities. The project revitalizes the site and transforms it for the benefit of the region and its inhabitants. Walks, sports activities and reconnecting with nature are organized around sports facilities and shared gardens, in conjunction with local associations. Key figures September 2026 Completion of landscaping work 1 hectares agricultural plateau 1

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L'économie circulaire des terres excavées permet de recréer des espaces de nature et des zones agricoles comme le verger à Villeneuve sous Dammartin - The circular economy of excavated soil is helping to recreate natural areas and agricultural zones such as the orchard at Villeneuve sous Dammartin.

An emblematic site, agriculture, biodiversity and land art, in Villeneuve-sous-Dammartin

GPS coordinates : Types of layout Agricultural vocation Landscaped park Issues : Farm rehabilitation Recreating environments conducive to biodiversity Creating a work of land art Status: In operation,soil inputs See the site in operation Key figures 2024 “Les Yeux du Ciel” will be visible from the sky 1 hectares orchards, i.e. around 1,000 fruit trees 1 hectares Biodiversity zone 1 hectares area Project life “L’Oeil du Ciel” unveiled to over 400 visitors September 2023 – The Villeneuve-sous-Dammartin site opened its doors for the first time. The 402 visitors were able to gain a new perspective on the future of the

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