More than 400 researchers study the impact of sources of pollution and develop technologies and products to reduce its effects. These companies operating on a nationwide scale cover all areas of the environment sector, together with a large number of engineering offices and high-tech businesses. Basic and applied research Research is carried out within higher education establishments and specialist research centres such as Inra and Cemagref which have a long experience of working closely with business. The Rennes Atalante Champeaux site lies to the west of Rennes, within the science campus. It covers an area of 20 hectares and has been designed for businesses working in the food processing and environment sectors.
Companies can make use of the scientific and technical equipment available on the campus.