Everything comes together on Wednesday the 19th of March, during the Afternoon of Inspiration?! At the bustling area around Energieweg 17 circular hotspots as, the Textielhub, Bouwhub, House of Design, Fouthout, SDG House Groningen and Terra Suikerterrein location de Pionier, open their doors. Visit yourself to discover, experience and learn.
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Three creative pioneers working together! Fouthout, Louxe and Innovatie Hub Oost Groningen, open the warehouse of Fouthout Academy, where visitors discover unique, circular and locally made furniture. From re-used wood with a story, to vintage carpets with a modern twist and innovative furniture made of biobased materials. Every piece radiates sustainability and craftmanship. Come visit and be inspired by a future of sustainable interiors!
Where? Loods FoutHout Academy – Energieweg 17
By? Fouthout, Louxe and Innovatiehub Oost Groningen
Time for a break? Get delicious coffee, tea or juice at the retro coffee bus of Madame Laurine! Enjoy artisanal products, like coffee beans from Framsum (Maalwerk) and tea from Houwerzijl (Theemuseum). Being extra circular? Drink from a sustainable coffee cup or bring your own cup. Even coffee grounds get a second life at De Blije Bodem!
Where? Pleintje between Bouwhub and Textielhub, Energieweg 17
By? Madame Laurine
Are you curious about how House of Design tackles their design projects? Do you want a peek into the activities of the last 30 years? Or are you interested in working together in the future? House of Design cordially invites you for the exposition that has several visible and tangible examples. Discuss the part you can play in a circular economy that is beneficial for people and nature.
Program
Where? House of Design – Energieweg 17
By? House of Design
A real circular society revolves around more than combatting waste. A strong local food chain and biodiversity are of great importance. On the inspiring green grounds of Terra de Pionier, Grunndak, Natuur en Milieu Federatie Groningen, Grunneger Power and Meerbomennu will show you what you can do.
Discover how you can sustainably insulate your house, without disturbing animals, discover how an energy cooperation gets a grip on fair energy provisions and discover how you can contribute to biodiversity by installing a green roof! Additionally, you can take part in an inspiring slow flower lecture and workshop of Loes Rademaker of Grunndak, in which you will learn about sustainable locally grown flowers, and how to start yourself!
Program
Where? Terra Suikerterrein location de Pionier – Suikerterrein, Suikerlaan 51
By? MBO Terra, Natuur en Milieu Federatie Groningen, Grunneger Power, Grunndak and Meerbomennu
De Loods of SDG House Groningen opens her doors!
On the Suikerterrein we dive into the world of green and textiles. Take part in a community artwork with Groninger clay, discover circular fashion projects of students like Zirkus Zorry and be inspired by sustainable expositions and workshops. Hungry? Join us for a vegan soup. Visit us, take part and experience the power of being circular.
Where? De Loods – Suikerterrein, Suikerlaan 36
By? SDG House Groningen and Noorderpoort
The whole week revolves around the Circular Economy: from useful tips, fun challenges to inspiring stories from the region of Groningen. It does not matter if you have big plans or want to start small, Circula-Wattes?! will show you that it’s easier than you think!
Be surprised by workshops, meet local businesses with smart solutions and go home with a head full of ideas and new motivation to start yourself! Aside from the main program, there is also a side program full of tips and tricks and activities.
Dat item dat bij jou ligt te verstoffen in de kast, kan de nieuwe parel zijn voor je buuf! Waarom niet gewoon lekker ruilen dus? Want écht hoor, er is momenteel al meer dan genoeg kleding om er de rest van je leven iedere dag tiptop uit te zien!
Tijdens Kleer’nzooi XXL kun je je “oude set” verruilen voor iets nieuws! Nieuw dit jaar: kinderkleding!
Iedereen mag maximaal 8 stuks inbrengen en omruilen voor iets nieuws. Man, vrouw, unisex, alles! Enne… we ruilen wel mooie dingen om hè. Dat shirt vol gaten en verfvlekken, die mag je lekker upcyclen bij de area Workshops ;-)