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Village Partenaire: A Sustainable Business Ecosystem Supporting Green and Social Entrepreneurship

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12 June 2025

Village Partenaire: A Sustainable Business Ecosystem Supporting Green and Social Entrepreneurship

Regenerative Green Transition

Construction

Cultural and creative industries

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Village Partenaire is an eco-managed business centre based in Brussels that combines sustainable office solutions with personalised entrepreneurial support. Hosting over 30 companies and supporting nearly 700 business creations since 2007, Village Partenaire offers all-inclusive office rentals, meeting spaces, and expert coaching for entrepreneurs. Rooted in the principles of social and circular economy, the centre fosters local and sustainable entrepreneurship while reducing environmental impact. Through a variety of services—from urban farming initiatives to business coaching and sustainable mobility solutions—it has become a key hub for entrepreneurs committed to positive social and ecological transformation.

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Editorial Team: Diesis

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Geographical descriptors

Belgium

Organisation Type

NGOs / Non-profits

SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

  • Thematic area

    • Regenerative Green Transition

  • Interlinkages with other sectors

    • Construction

    • Cultural and creative industries

    • Energy-renewables

  • Action areas and keywords

    • Access to technology

    • Certification, labelling and self-regulation

    • Circular Economy

    • Creating financial incentives and supportive regulation for green and circular social economy business models

    • Data Maturity and data driven business models

    • Data sharing, Data management & Code of Conduct

    • Greening infrastructures and business operations

    • Housing

    • Innovation as enabler for green transition and business development in the social economy

    • Local employment

    • Local Green Deals, green business communities and citizens’ initiatives

    • Local Markets

    • Reinforcing Business to Business collaboration for greener and circular value chains

  • Ecosystem focus

    • Social economy

  • Scope of activity

    • Local/neighbourhood

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Village Partenaire is more than a business centre—it's a thriving ecosystem for sustainable entrepreneurship. Located in Brussels, it provides eco-managed office spaces, shared services, and customised business coaching, all designed to support the development of companies that align with social and environmental values.

With 33 businesses currently hosted and 679 business creations supported since 2007, Village Partenaire has become a cornerstone of sustainable entrepreneurship in the region. The centre’s mission is clear: to foster economic value creation while actively contributing to environmental protection and social cohesion.

Entrepreneurs benefit from flexible, all-in office contracts, complete with internet, utilities, secure access, and shared meeting rooms. They also have access to a team of expert coaches through the Guichet d’Économie Locale (GEL), which supports business creation with a sustainability lens. The coaching service helps refine project feasibility, develop governance models, explore circular economy opportunities, and facilitate access to finance.

Sustainability is embedded into every aspect of Village Partenaire. From aquaponics and composting to shared solar energy and mobility solutions, the site is a living lab for circular practices. Entrepreneurs can take part in urban agriculture projects, reduce their carbon footprint, and source local and organic produce through an on-site solidarity purchasing group (GAS). The Good Food-certified restaurant Hibiscus provides healthy lunches, while shared bikes and cargo trailers promote soft mobility.

Networking and collaboration are strongly encouraged. Village Partenaire connects its tenants to a wide network of public and private actors in Brussels’ entrepreneurial ecosystem, such as hub.brussels, Innoviris, and Citydev. Regular events, workshops, and collaborative initiatives create a vibrant community where ideas flourish and partnerships are formed.

Moreover, Village Partenaire prioritises inclusive economic participation, welcoming entrepreneurs from all backgrounds and providing tools for resilient, low-carbon business development. This is especially evident in its targeted support for urban farming projects, which offer local employment, reduce environmental impact, and contribute to food sustainability.

Whether you’re an early-stage entrepreneur or a scaling SME, Village Partenaire provides the space, support, and sustainability focus to help your project thrive. With a unique mix of services, infrastructure, and community engagement, it represents a model of green and inclusive economic transition that cities across Europe can look to for inspiration. 

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