Brussels funds €1.2M for 14 circular economy projects

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Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Brussels will commit €1.2M to the BeCircular program to support 14 projects of Ministers Maron and Trachte, boosting local businesses as well as sustainability.

The Brussels government will offer funding for 14 circular economy projects amounting to €1.2 million. Minister Alain Maron and State Secretary Barbara Trachte shared this news. The aim is to make the region more sustainable. The projects will help local businesses, reduce waste, and encourage new ideas. This funding is part of the BeCircular program, which seeks to create jobs and turn environmental goals into economic opportunities in Brussels.

How is BeCircular promoting sustainability in Brussels?

BeCircular, launched in 2016, helps Brussels promote sustainability. Brussels Environment, Brussels Economy and Employment, and Hub Brussels run the program. It supports local projects that focus on using resources wisely and reducing waste.

BeCircular is part of the Shifting Economy strategy, a plan that aims to encourage businesses to use resources more effectively and create less waste. The program supports ideas that reuse materials and promote eco-friendly practices. BeCircular also aims to create new jobs and encourages teamwork between startups, established businesses, and the government.

According to resources, BeCircular helps Brussels become more sustainable. It provides money and support to projects that care for the environment. The program has changed industries like construction, retail, and food. It encourages businesses to change old practices and use better solutions.

BeCircular works with the Shifting Economy plan to solve problems like resource waste. This helps build a strong economy that creates less waste. Its success has made Brussels a leader in new ideas for sustainability and helps the local community.

Projects that won awards from the BeCircular program

The BeCircular program has awarded many new projects. One project is Halfwerk, which focuses on reusing steel that is usually sent away as scrap. Instead of wasting this material, Halfwerk takes recycled steel sheets and turns them into strong, high-quality furniture. The furniture is designed to be durable and well-made. By keeping the production local, Halfwerk helps reduce the negative impact of exporting scrap.

Another project is No Waste Republic. This project works to reduce food waste. It collects unsold bread from bakeries in Brussels and turns it into breadcrumbs and panko. This helps cut down on food waste and supports the local economy. 

The Lucid Collective is also doing something special in fashion. They make clothes that are good for the environment. One of their shirts is made from French linen, spun in Belgium and made in Brussels. They also create sweaters from recycled wool nearby. These projects reduce waste and support new ideas in Brussels.

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Sarhan Basem is Brussels Morning's Senior Correspondent to the European Parliament. With a Bachelor's degree in English Literature, Sarhan brings a unique blend of linguistic finesse and analytical prowess to his reporting. Specializing in foreign affairs, human rights, civil liberties, and security issues, he delves deep into the intricacies of global politics to provide insightful commentary and in-depth coverage. Beyond the world of journalism, Sarhan is an avid traveler, exploring new cultures and cuisines, and enjoys unwinding with a good book or indulging in outdoor adventures whenever possible.
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