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Copenhagen Beekeeping Project Grows to Support Employment and Environment
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What Happened?
Started in 2010, ByBi has expanded to manage 80-100 bee colonies in Copenhagen, producing up to six tonnes of honey annually while aiding those facing employment barriers.
Key points
- ByBi was founded by British anthropologist Oliver Maxwell in 2010.
- The project trains unemployed individuals, asylum seekers, and those recovering from addiction in beekeeping.
- ByBi manages between 80 and 100 bee colonies across Copenhagen.
- The honey production varies by neighborhood, yielding four to six tonnes annually.
- Participants receive training in beekeeping, honey collection, and product sales.
- ByBi also produces beeswax candles and honey-based products, creating jobs during winter.
Key insights
- ByBi's model could inspire similar social enterprises in other cities.
- The project demonstrates how environmental initiatives can also create economic opportunities.
- Maxwell's approach challenges traditional views on productivity and economic value.
Why it matters
The project provides job training and environmental benefits, helping marginalized individuals reintegrate into the workforce.
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Source
Times of India
