Spadel produces and markets natural mineral waters, spring waters and refreshing mineral water based soft drinks in the BeNeLux (Spa, Bru, Zyla), France (Carola, Wattwiller) and Bulgaria (Devin).\n\nOur purpose is to “connect people and nature, for a healthier life, today and tomorrow” \n\nSpadel has long championed ambitious climate actions. As a testament to our efforts, Spadel became a B Corp in 2022.
Virya Energy develops, finances, constructs, and operates sustainable energy assets. We accelerate the energy transition by scaling new technologies across the sustainable energy ecosystem. By delivering “fit for purpose energy,” we ensure our renewable solutions match each client’s specific needs, scale, and operational rhythms. We provide renewable energy in the right form, exactly when needed.
Born from the union of Cobelpro and Tribeca, two entities with a proven legacy in real estate, Wanaka Partners is more than just a new name, it’s a philosophy. For us, real estate goes beyond assets and structures; it’s about the lives shaped within these spaces and the futures they inspire, creating meaningful places.
As a one-stop shop, we bring together expertise in fund, investment, asset, and property management, as well as project coordination, sustainable real estate and social activation. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to sustainability, our drive for innovation, and our belief in the power of community.
At Wanaka, we cultivate connections, between people, ideas, and opportunities, unlocking potential and creating spaces that don’t just exist but grow. Spaces that offer lasting value for investors, tenants, and the communities that surround them.
This is real estate with heart, vision, and purpose.
Biodiversity is disappearing, and you can feel it: higher risks, scarce resources, less resilience. More and more Belgian companies are turning the tide by investing in nature to avoid loss and create value. In this community of practice, you will work with fellow companies and biodiversity experts to put biodiversity on your corporate agenda – right at the heart of your activities – and build a strategy that drives real, structured progress.
Why participate?
Biodiversity loss is weakening our natural resources, disrupting ecosystems, and threatening long-term prosperity. Every business, in every sector, is feeling the impact: less reliable water supplies, depleted soils, rising operational risks, and growing pressure from customers, investors and policymakers. And while nature provides essential services we rely on every day, its capacity is shrinking, leaving organisations more exposed than they often realise.
The reality is simple: doing business today means operating within ecosystems that no longer function as a given. At the same time, expectations are rising for companies to help lead the way towards nature restoration. In that tension lies an opportunity. Organisations that embed biodiversity at the heart of their activities strengthen their resilience, reduce risks, and contribute to an economy that doesn’t undermine nature, but enables it to flourish again.
What to expect?
Together with colleagues from other sectors, experts and decision-makers, we broaden our view and help each other ask the right questions. We create a safe environment that encourages to share experiences, struggles and best practices.
The itinerary is part of the official It’s Now for Nature Accelerator Program of Business for Nature. As a result, you are sure to be in line with international standards.
We go beyond advice: the practical tools, exercises and strategies covered allow real change to be initiated. Towards a solid biodiversity strategy.
What participants say
Programme
This programme gives you the time and space to embed biodiversity at the heart of your organisation. Across seven carefully designed sessions, you explore how to move, step by step, towards a credible, nature-positive strategy. You work hands-on with peers from other organisations tackling the same questions, alongside experts who broaden your perspective and help deepen your approach.
The programme is bilingual: everyone speaks the language they feel most comfortable in, while presentations are delivered in English. This creates an open, accessible learning environment where knowledge-sharing is central – and where every organisation, regardless of sector or maturity, can make tangible progress.
| #1 | 03/03/2026 | Launch and reporting | Maturity assessment and first networking opportunity. Key reporting standards and guidelines It's Now For Nature from Business for Nature. |
| #2 | 02/04/2026 | Materiality | Measure and evaluate impacts and dependencies with respect to nature. |
| #3 | 21/05/2026 | Risk management | Assessment of risks and opportunities, including consideration of climate and people. |
| #4 | 25/06/2026 | Ambitions | Goal setting. Intervision workshop (with peers). |
| #5 | 08/09/2026 | Implementation | Advice and testimonials to reduce, regenerate and restore. |
| #6 | 15/10/2026 | Governance | Nature in corporate governance. Interview workshop (with peers) and exchange of good practices. |
| #7 | 24/11/2026 | Reputation | Credibility and reporting. |
Impact stories
Three members of The Shift, Ardo, Elia and Artevelde University of Applied Sciences, are opening up about how they are putting biodiversity on the agenda in a structured, lasting way.
More impact stories
Embedding biodiversity within an organisation and its core activities takes focus, clear metrics and strong collaboration. In this conversation, Kristel Rouma explains how Coca-Cola Europacific Partners approaches biodiversity, and why this way of working is just as relevant for organisations far beyond the food sector.
At Vandemoortele, Sustainability Officer Laura Iacobelli works on a chain that respects nature. No loose initiatives, but a well thought-out strategy that connects business and biodiversity.
Jo Wuytack (Degroof Petercam) is working on an investment strategy that anchors biodiversity and links economic value to responsibility for nature.
These organisations already participated
Who is this for?
This programme is for organisations that want to embed biodiversity strategically in how they operate. Participants get the most from the journey when they’re open to collaboration, willing to learn from peers, and ready to translate insights into action within their own organisation.
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Members of The Shift put in place strategies to protect biodiversity in accordance with international standards. They align their activities with global biodiversity targets established in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, identify potential risks, set measurable targets and take concrete steps towards nature restoration and conservation. The ultimate goal is to become ‘nature-positive’.
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The City of Brussels manages the city as a local authority: we provide efficient, accessible administrative services online and offline, manage public works and spaces, and align urban policies with sustainable development. With a focus on environmental protection, social justice and economic growth, we make life in the capital liveable, inclusive and future-proof.
Spadel produceert en verkoopt natuurlijke mineraalwaters, bronwaters en verfrissende mineraalwaterdranken in de Benelux (Spa, Bru, Zyla), Frankrijk (Carola, Wattwiller) en Bulgarije (Devin). Onze missie is mensen en natuur verbinden voor een gezonder leven, vandaag en morgen. Spadel zet sterk in op klimaatactie en werd in 2022 B Corp gecertificeerd.
LCL is a specialist in data centers and co-location with five independent locations in Belgium. The company is Tier III certified and complies with ISO 27001, 45001, 50001 and 9001. LCL is committed to the strictest objectives of SBTi, obtained the EcoVadis platinum medal and is ISO 14001 certified.
Nestlé Belgilux wants to improve the quality of life with food, now and for future generations. We develop diverse products for all ages, promote health and ensure sustainable growth through efficient supply chains. Innovation, customer satisfaction and sustainability are central to us.
Luminus operates in renewable and controllable electricity production, as well as gas and power supply and energy services. The company is a leader in onshore wind and hydropower and contributes to Belgium’s security of supply through its thermal units. With a 24 % market share, Luminus offers solutions to electrify energy use and reduce consumption and CO₂ emissions.
For more than 30 years, Realco has been developing powerful hygiene solutions based on green chemistry and enzymes. Our products combine efficiency, safety and sustainability and serve the food industry, food service, life sciences and households. We specialize in biofilm treatment, filtration cleaning, global hygiene and wastewater treatment.
