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Sustainable entrepreneurship

Training, practical guidance and digital tools for creating profitable businesses with a positive social and environmental impact.

Sustainable entrepreneurship

Sustainable entrepreneurship

Sustainable entrepreneurship is an innovative and ethical approach to building businesses that seek not only profitability but also social and environmental wellbeing. 

In a world where sustainability has become essential, responsible entrepreneurship is not simply an option; it is a necessity for anyone who wants to make a meaningful difference.


Our mission is to encourage and support businesses that put sustainable practices into action, whether by reducing their environmental impact, improving working conditions or promoting circular business models. From projects that prioritise renewable energy to those built around the sharing economy, sustainable entrepreneurship is key to economic development that respects both the planet and future generations.


Join our free Sustainable Entrepreneurship course!

You can earn a certificate after successfully completing the course.

The course


Do you have a business idea with a positive impact, or would you like to make your company more sustainable? Join our free course,where you will learn how to create and manage a business that is both profitable and responsible towards society and the environment.

The course covers topics including:

  • Sustainable business models:learn how to adapt your business to environmental and social challenges.
  • Social and environmental innovation:discover how innovation can advance sustainability.
  • Circular-economy strategies:introduce solutions that reduce waste and make better use of resources.
  • Success stories:explore inspiring stories from entrepreneurs who have made sustainability central to their businesses.

Sustainable entrepreneurship is more than a growing trend: it is essential for anyone seeking to make a positive impact on the planet. Managing a sustainability-led business can nevertheless be challenging, particularly at the outset.

For this reason, we have published a practical article on our blog introducing useful digital tools for every stage of the process, from project planning and management to sustainable marketing campaigns.

Read the article to discover all the tools.

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Free guide: how to create a sustainable agri-food business

The agri-food sector is a cornerstone of the global economy, but it also faces major sustainability challenges. We have therefore produced a comprehensive free guide to help you create a sustainable business in the sector: one that is profitable while also contributing to environmental protection and social wellbeing.

The guide is designed both for people starting a new venture and for established agri-food businesses seeking to incorporate sustainable practices into their business model. Its 24 pages contain the key information needed to turn an idea into a viable, sustainable business.

What the guide covers

  • Introduction to the agri-food sector.
  • Identifying market niches.
  • Developing the business idea.
  • Business planning.
  • Innovation and sustainability.
  • Marketing and market access.
  •  Finance and resources.
  • Business financial management.
  • Sustainability and social responsibility.
  • Success stories and good practice.
  • Conclusion.

Download the free guide and start building a sustainable agri-food business.


Guide — How to start an agri-food business Guide: How to create a sustainable agri-food business

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