Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Milcobel, Belgium’s largest dairy cooperative, is installing 1,256 solar panels in Bruges to reduce carbon emissions by 35,000 tons over 25 years. They are collaborating with Ecopower and Beauvent to engage the community, with an investment campaign starting on December 18.
Milcobel, Belgium’s largest dairy cooperative, is taking steps to be more sustainable by installing solar panels at its production sites. The first set of 1,256 solar panels is being installed on the roof of their facility in Bruges. After this, similar installations will happen in Langemark, Moorslede, and Kallo in East Flanders. These solar panels are expected to last around 25 years and will help reduce the company’s carbon.
How is Milcobel collaborating with Ecopower and Beauvent to launch solar projects?
Milcobel’s four solar panel installations are expected to save 35,000 tons of CO2 emissions over their lifetime. Environmentalists mentioned that Milcobel cares about using clean energy and being responsible for the environment.
Milcobel is working with two local cooperatives, Ecopower and Beauvent, to develop solar panel projects. These cooperatives help make the project community-focused and accessible. They allow people to participate in the shift to renewable energy in Belgium. At Ecopower, anyone can buy shares anytime, making it easy for more people to invest in sustainable energy projects and support green energy efforts.
Beauvent is launching a special investment campaign for the solar project starting on December 18. This campaign allows people to invest directly in the solar panels being built at Milcobel’s sites. By participating, they can help reduce carbon emissions and support renewable energy while having the chance to earn money if the project succeeds. They mentioned that this model shows how community involvement can help boost renewable energy efforts and ensure benefits, including citizens, businesses, and the environment.
