Ghent University
Address : Krijgslaan, 281, 9000, Gent, Belgique/België (BE) 9000 Gent
Team Members
About Spaak
At Spaak, we see the circular economy as the way to create a world that serves both people and nature. We turn ambitious intentions into realistic business plans. We do this by building our own ventures and by working with customers to address their circularity or sustainability issues. We develop concepts, products, business cases, and industrial systems that help in the transition to a circular economy.
Our main reason for participating in AlgaeVALOR is to gain new knowledge and expertise and to develop effective collaboration, implementation, and training actions. We turn these ideas into business plans for new companies or strategic advice for organizations. With smart business models, we get stakeholders in the chain moving. Together, we build a system that benefits everyone and results in sustainable change.
REBORN
Unlocking seagRass rEstoration in NWE as a BGI and natural capital OppoRtuNity
Seagrass meadows once provided millions in ecosystem services across NWE coastlines (e.g. CO2 sinks, fisheries support). However, today over 50,000 ha of NWE meadows are degraded and suitable for restoration - an unparalleled natural capital opportun...