About the Ecofrugal Project SAS
Ecofrugal Project SAS is a social and solidarity economy company that brings together citizens ready to act on ecological and economic challenges. Mon Atelier Ecofrugal is a vibrant community designed to gather, share, and discover collective solutions through easy-to-organize and self-animated workshops. These workshops are all about practical actions at home and at work, allowing participants to adopt eco-responsible practices in a friendly, accessible way… With a focus on collective intelligence and social mimicry, the project creates an engaging environment where everyone is a carrier of solutions to accelerate the ecological transition.
Key Benefits and Highlights
- Offers free and paid workshop options: Free Workshops include Zero Waste, Food, Co-ownership/Habitat, Responsible Digital, Energy Sobriety, Water, Mobility, and Biodiversity sessions.
- Supports companies and collectives through a dedicated paid program for leaders, HR, and CSR managers aiming to boost ecological transformation in the workplace.
- Provides free resources such as the Zero Waste Kit for Students, the Responsible Digital Kit, and My Ecofrugal Guide.
- Empowers volunteer Ambassadors and Ambassadresses with step-by-step animation kits to lead dynamic, participatory workshops.
- Collaborates with engaged brands like Day by Day, Ma Bonne Etoile, Quinola, Lamazuna, and more committed to sustainable practices.
Collaborative Eco Workshops
Mon Atelier Ecofrugal enables anyone to organize self-animated, participatory workshops to share and discuss eco-responsible practices. The workshops – available for free for citizens looking to meet colleagues, neighbors, or association members – explore themes such as zero waste, responsible food, co-ownership/habitat, responsible digital, and many more. Led by volunteer Ambassadors who use detailed animation kits, these sessions encourage a friendly exchange of solutions, giving everyone the opportunity to learn something new and practical for daily life.
Customized Solutions for Companies
For managers and organizations set on a greener future, the project offers a tailored approach through Mon Atelier Ecofrugal Office and other dedicated programs. Leaders, HR professionals, and CSR managers can tap into this offer to accelerate the ecological transformation of their organization. By involving employees and leveraging their desire to work for a more sustainable company culture, the initiative brings together practical workshops that serve as a catalyst for change in the professional arena… It’s a great opportunity for companies like BPIfrance, Microsoft, Orange, TF1, Dentsu, and Citeo, among others, to engage with eco-friendly practices while strengthening team spirit.
Sustainable Practices at Home and Work
Environmental solutions are available for everyone, whether it’s the ZERO WASTE BOX for those wanting to save money and reduce waste, the FOOD BOX for participants to explore organic, local, and homemade food, or the CO-OWNERSHIP/HABITAT BOX that encourages pooling resources and reducing water and energy consumption. Participants can access a host of practical tips, recipes, and best practices to improve their daily routines. Moreover, the Ecofrugal Box, which is offered free of charge to Ambassadors organizing workshops in themes like Zero Waste, Food, or Co-ownership, comes complete with an animation kit and gifts from committed French brands.
Engaged Brands and Community Collaborations
Brands and partners play a crucial role in advancing the project’s mission. Engaged brands such as Day by Day – the first 100% bulk grocery store network offering over 750 products without unnecessary packaging – Ma Bonne Etoile with its innovative reusable food containers, Quinola dedicated to an inclusive and sustainable economy, Lamazuna’s solid cosmetics and durable accessories, VegOresto’s online directory for vegan dining, Bioseptyl’s French-made, traceable toothbrushes, Apifilm with its alternative to single-use plastics, and AbracadaPAIN with the first foldable fabric bag for bread, all underscore the project’s commitment to sustainability. This network of partners reinforces the community’s ability to make a tangible impact on everyday life by addressing key environmental challenges.
Project Impact and SDGs
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – Improving habitats and fostering community bonds through co-ownership and collective action.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Promoting zero waste, responsible food, and eco-friendly practices at every level.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Accelerating the ecological transition with innovative ideas and sustainable resource use.
- SDG 15: Life on Land – Supporting biodiversity and encouraging sustainable interactions with the environment.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – Collaborating with brands and founder partners like ValdeliA, MAIF, and ADEME to drive change.
Community and Future Engagement
The essence of this project is its commitment to fostering community action and innovation in the ecological sphere. Monatelier-ecofrugal.fr is a platform where citizens can easily organize workshops to share responsible practices, blending collective intelligence with social mimicry to inspire change. Whether it’s a local workshop focusing on zero waste or a corporate session aimed at driving transformation, the project creates spaces for open dialogue and practical learning. Individuals interested in learning more, exploring available resources, or having a demo can reach out directly through the contact details provided. With locations like Les Arches Citoyennes in Paris and a network of dedicated Ambassadors, the Ecofrugal Project SAS continues to build momentum, making the path to sustainability not only achievable but also a shared, engaging adventure…
