Grant name: Duurzame bedrijfshuisvesting en bedrijfsomgeving: steun
Funding organization: VLAIO and other Flemish governmental bodies
Objective: Stimulate sustainable investments in business infrastructure and environment
Funding varies per specific subsidy or support measure
Beneficiaries include enterprises, organizations, project developers, landowners, agricultural businesses, and municipalities
Supports environmental remediation, greening, redevelopment, and urban climate initiatives
Recurring program with multiple calls and ongoing application windows
Eligible organizations: enterprises, public authorities, agricultural businesses, associations, collaborations
VZWs eligible only if subject to corporate tax for some measures
Must have ownership or legal rights over property or land
Geographically limited to Flanders region, with some provincial and municipal specificity
Some subsidies require partnerships or collaborations (e.g., at least five SMEs for East Flanders greening subsidy)
Focus on asbestos removal combined with solar panels, soil remediation (historical and PFAS contamination), afforestation, greening, and sustainable business park development
Target sectors include business infrastructure, agriculture, environmental management, and urban development
Expected outcomes include climate-neutral business environments, improved biodiversity, and environmental quality
Projects must meet sustainability and climate neutrality criteria
Technical expertise in environmental remediation and forestry required
Solar panels must cover at least 10% of remediated roof area
Compliance with Energiedecreet, VLAREBO, and environmental legislation mandatory
Detailed documentation including project plans, invoices, and attestations required
Funding amounts vary; examples include up to €300,000 for soil remediation, up to €20,000 for East Flanders greening subsidy, €100,000-€1,000,000 for Emma Leclercq Fund
Eligible costs include asbestos removal, solar panel installation, soil remediation, afforestation, and business park infrastructure
Ineligible costs include VAT, insurance, housekeeping, and costs unrelated to remediation
Co-financing and matching funds required in some cases, with funding rates from 35% to 85%
Asbestos removal premium activation: 1 April 2022 to 31 December 2025; final claim by 31 December 2027
East Flanders greening subsidy deadline: 31 October annually
Antwerp investment call deadline: 26 May 2025
Nature project call deadlines: 15 July 2024 and 30 April 2025
Reporting and monitoring required as per subsidy conditions
Compliance with Flemish environmental and planning regulations required
Permits and authorizations must be obtained as necessary
Investment tax deductions available for qualifying enterprises
Detailed reporting and documentation compliance mandatory
Applications submitted online or via email depending on subsidy
Required documents include application forms, invoices, proof of payment, project plans, ownership proofs, and contractor attestations
Pre-application consultation required for some subsidies
Contact points available at VLAIO and other agencies for assistance
Combination of asbestos removal with solar panel installation is unique
Specific support for PFAS contamination investigations
Emphasis on sustainability, climate adaptation, and circular economy
Encouragement of innovation and collaboration
Recipients include enterprises, public authorities, and agricultural businesses
Funding sizes vary widely by project scale
Focus on environmental sustainability and climate goals has increased over time