Circular economy

On the Abattoir site, various companies are active in producing or processing food with the main focus on circular economy and urban agriculture. They uphold several important values such as short food chains, good food, vegetarian-vegan options, and more. Abattoir has essentially become an important Brussels hub where start-ups in the food sector coexist with established meat processing, fish trading, food halls, and public markets. We would like to introduce these companies to you:

The heart of Brussels is shaping up in Anderlecht, and with many upcoming construction projects, there are numerous opportunities to encourage new initiatives to join us. In terms of energy flows, this can provide significant added value for the development of the site and these companies. Furthermore, the canal zone is on the rise, and there are still many employment opportunities, including in collaboration with Actiris, in this fragile neighborhood.

Welcome to BIGH, where it is our ambition to create a network of sustainable aquaponic urban farms in major cities. More and more people are living in urban areas, and the demand for fresh and safe food is increasing every day. For cities around the world, this is a significant challenge. Intensive, integrated urban agriculture systems present an opportunity to meet this demand in a sustainable, innovative, and effective way, an important step to complement all urban agriculture initiatives. On the roof of the FOODMET, we produce salmon trout, aromatic herbs, tomatoes, microgreens and spicy peppers. A must see. Do not hesitate to visit our farm ! website

 

LE CHAMPIGNON DE BRUXELLES (Microflavours) has taken over a part of the Cellars of Cureghem! In other words, they are located in the Abattoirs of Anderlecht, specifically in an underground area with beautiful pillars and arches made of red stone. The cellars are perfectly suited for mushroom cultivation. The cool and constant temperature is ideal for growing delicious shiitakes and many other mushrooms, as well as producing microgreens (young sprouts).   Website

 

Vertiberry is a Brussels-based startup active in the production of strawberries in their self-developed vertical farm. The production takes place in a building (the former meat market) where ideal climatic conditions are simulated depending on the desired crop. Producers optimize various parameters such as CO2 levels, humidity, temperature, etc. To maximize the use of each square meter, we stack production layers on top of each other. The light necessary for plant growth is provided by LED lights. Our team has extensive experience growing commercial crops for the retail industry. We conduct full-time strawberry plant research and experiments in our research facilities in Belgium.       Website

 

 

 

 

Solid Stash, these are delicious, plant-based frozen meals delivered to your home in bulk. For those days when you don't have time or energy to cook, but would like to put a healthy, delicious meal on the table.

With the Solid Starter Pack, you can see if such vegan meals are for you, without having to spend hours in the kitchen yourself. Everything comes in handy boxes and bags that you can easily place in your freezer. All you have to add is a side dish such as rice, pasta or naan. Prefer no carbohydrates? Then quinoa or an extra portion of greens is also a great choice!  Take a look at our products on our website and order online!

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For over 10 years, Traiteur Cannelle has been offering its customers quality cuisine and personalized service. Cannelle has built its catering business on three pillars: listening to and satisfying customers, working with fresh and delicious products, and the joy of sharing our expertise in cooking and service! To help you organize your events, Traiteur Cannelle offers a full range of services. This includes renting furniture and tableware, table linens, room service, and more. They organize customized services based on your needs.

This non-profit organization was founded in 2001 as an initiative of Cobeff (Brussels Coordination for the Employment and Training of Low-Skilled Women) to support a vulnerable group of people who had no access to traditional hospitality training. Cannelle has an ES-recognition (Social Economy) issued by the Brussels Directorate for Economy and Employment and falls under the mandate of Social Economy for Integration. The organization runs an integration program aimed at people who are particularly far from the labor market. Each year, 20 to 30 employees are trained in the hospitality professions, alongside passionate mentors who face the daily challenge of reconciling a pedagogical approach with quality service.

Most employees are employed under an Article 60 contract with four partner Public Social Welfare Centers (OCMWs), with whom they work to ensure a smooth transition to 'traditional' work. This social goal is combined with a focus on economic profitability and environmental care.

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No Waste Republic is a team of enthusiasts determined to revolutionize the food industry. No Waste Republic is made up of experts with complementary backgrounds, combining years of entrepreneurial experience with a wide range of skills in logistics, finance, sales, and engineering.

Convinced of the importance of resilience in building the world of tomorrow, we use this primarily as a driving force for innovation. We collaborate and promote inclusion in all our processes. And last but not least, we share a taste for enjoyment and good things.

No Waste Republic recycles unsold bread and pastries collected in their workshop. The result: homemade fresh panko and breadcrumbs, as well as grains for breweries. A beautiful example of the circular economy!

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