They talk about us

“The word “waste” describes materials or products that are no longer of use. In a linear economy, it accumulates as an undesired by-product of economic activity. Waste and environmental hazards are commonplace throughout the current industrialized food system. Although some initiatives have been aiming to reduce waste toward the end stage—for example, by changing consumer perceptions and matching excess supply with demand—significant progress needs to be made during food production. Where do we start?”

“Brussels is much more than a capital with half its territory made up of public parks and private gardens: it is actually a playground for more and more citizens willing to grow their own food, individually or collectively. And more and more businesses are taking advantage of a steady ‘eat local’ trend. How big is urban agriculture in Brussels, and what kind of environmental, social and economic benefits does it bring? “Hello everyone! What about leaves? In view of mulching the containers, a few dozen bags of leaves will be necessary. Leaves in excess will be used to complete our stock of brown matter at the compost. Thierry will soon harvest a few bags from his own garden. ”

“The largest urban farm has opened near the international railway station and the slaughterhouse in Brussels: The Abattoir Farm, with a surface of 4,000m2. This is a European premiere and the perfect example of how Brussels aims to produce better food, and eat better as well..”

“The word “waste” describes materials or products that are no longer of use. In a linear economy, it accumulates as an undesired by-product of economic activity. Waste and environmental hazards are commonplace throughout the current industrialized food system. Although some initiatives have been aiming to reduce waste toward the end stage—for example, by changing consumer perceptions and matching excess supply with demand—significant progress needs to be made during food production. Where do we start?”

“Brussels is now home to the largest aquaponics farm in the world – combining raising fish with growing vegetables.The 4,000m² farm is located on the roof of the Foodmet, the latest food hall to be built at the Anderlecht Abattoir as part of a new masterplan for the site which is being created with help from the Brussels Region and the European Union.Specialising in the circular economy, architect Steven Beckers is the founder of Building Integrated Greenhouses (BIGH) which has built this farm. He answered The Bulletin’s questions about the initiative..”

“An urban rooftop farm in the heart of Brussels is taking sustainability to the next level, blending fish farming with hydroponic agriculture. The organic enterprise is powered by waste energy generated by fridges in the food market below. STORYLINE: Brussels is better known for bureaucracy, as the beating heart of the European Union. But in the shadow of the EU headquarters, is a unique, sustainable, rooftop farm and fishery. This urban roof garden, known as BIGH (Building Integrated GreenHouses), is the brainchild of architect Steven Beckers who created the project in 2015. ..”

“Europe’s largest urban farm, located on the rooftops of the EU capital, raises fish and grows vegetables while meeting strict circular economy criteria. The founder of BIGH (Building Integrated Greenhouses), Steven Beckers, says his urban farm plans to emulate his successful practice across the border. EURACTIV France reports..”