Are you looking for a zero-waste workshop, inspiration session or information session for your team or organization in Antwerp? Then this is the place to be. We have listed 11 different ones that will definitely inspire you and make you want to get started. We also made a list of zero-waste workshops in Ghent and Brussels.
1) Get started with zero-waste at home and/or at the office by Mixua
How do you make more sustainable choices in your daily life or at work? Would you like to reduce your ecological footprint, but don't know how to start or you need fresh inspiration? During this interactive inspiration session, a workshop host from Mixua will give you all kinds of practical and fun tips & tricks that will make you want to get started or take further steps.
Menu of topics you can choose from: Getting started with zero-waste at home and/or the workplace. How to sort correctly? How to make your kitchen more zero-waste? How to make your wardrobe more zero-waste? How to make your bathroom more zero-waste? Best cases of sustainable and circular business models?
Only available for companies or organizations as a teambuilding, training or education session. Ideal for motivating and engaging the team around sustainability.
2) Make your own natural care and/or cleaning products with Mixua
In the DIY personal care products workshop you learn to take care of your skin and body in a responsible, sustainable way, without spending a fortune. There is a choice between making your own toothpaste or making your own deodorant. For beginners.
In the DIY cleaning products workshop you learn to prepare your own natural all-purpose cleaner with a simple recipe that you can easily apply yourself at home. For beginners.
100% natural raw materials are used. Respect for our skin, our home and the environment guaranteed. You go home with the product(s) you made, in reusable packaging, and explanations on why DIY is interesting and it's benefits.
Only available for companies or organizations as teambuilding or for events.
3) Discover the latest 'easy swaps' or ecological alternatives by Mixua
In recent years, many sustainable products have become more accessible, helping us to live in a more ecological way. Examples are the bokashi, shampoo bars, loofahs or cleaning products in pods. ! We are happy to explain everything about this during this interactive workshop and game "Find the match!". Be surprised and seduced!
Only available for companies or organizations as teambuilding or for events.
4) What is the Bokashi and how do you use it? by Mixua
30% of our residual waste is organic waste that can be composted, but this is often not easy if you don’t have a garden. Fortunately, Bokashi offers a solution. With this method, you can give your residual waste a second life without unpleasant odours or trouble from flies, in a small space.
Moreover, you can compost many more types of food than is possible with a worm bin or garden compost. Mixua will gladly explain what it is and how it exactly works. Afterwards, you can get to work right away. Only available for companies or organizations as teambuilding or for events.
6) Fermentation for beginners by De Groene Stadshut
Fermentation is one of the oldest ways to preserve food. Fermented vegetables contain many good bacteria that stimulate our intestinal flora. Moreover, they are more nutritious than the original product because the nutrients can be better absorbed by our body. During this workshop, you will discover for example how to ferment carrots or how to make sauerkraut.
7) Aromatherapy workshop by De Groene Stadshut
In this fun and accessible workshop 'the basic principles of aromatherapy' you will learn how to use essential oil, hydrosols and vegetable oil to treat various ailments and improve your overall well-being. You will learn what aromatherapy is, what it is for, what the benefits are and what you use it for. Get to know the wonderful world of aromatherapy and enjoy this instructive and fascinating workshop full of aromas!
8) Making wooden birdhouses / meditation benches by Hou’t Hart
Nailing, tapping, gluing... make your own birdhouse that can also be used as a meditation bench afterwards. During this workshop participants are introduced to circular thinking and sustainable working. Hou't Hart only works locally and with recycled wood.
The group is challenged to consider their ecological footprint. If possible the participants gather the necessary construction materials themselves. Hou't Hart provides the necessary machines and hand tools. Besides, Hou't Hart can make whatever the customer wants. From birdhouse to 'tiny house' and everything in between.
9) Cutting wooden spoons by Hausgemacht
Hausgemacht takes you into the world of woodcarving. You will learn about different types of wood, how to use the two basic wood carving knives and the corresponding carving techniques and how to finish your carving beautifully.
10) Arrange your own dry bouquet workshop by Atelier Olala
Do you love flowers but do you hate to throw your bouquet in the dustbin after two weeks? Join this workshop and enjoy endlessly. Durable and beautiful. Atelier Olala will provide a vase, dried flowers, snacks and drinks. Enjoy a moment for yourself and go home with a showpiece. More info. (Mechelen, Bonheiden)
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