The award raises awareness on Architects and Designers strategies to deal with contemporary global challenges and bring into light project which could inspire next generations 👏
A well-deserved recognition for highlighting architectural boldness and creativity in service of sustainable transitions.
87% of French people want to better manage the carbon impact of their mobility. That’s where Moovance comes —a mobile app that automatically calculates your CO₂ emissions for every trip… and rewards you for making low-impact choices.
🎯 A simple yet powerful idea, driven by Janik Added, Anas MBASSO, and Rodrigue Langronier: empowering individuals to take climate action—without guilt. Just by raising awareness. And having fun along the way.
With Moovance:
✨ Every kilometer traveled earns Moove points, which can be converted into donations, vouchers, or eco-friendly discounts.
✨ Over one million users, one million kilometers detected every day, and already €2 million redistributed.
✨ A tool that’s as useful for individuals as it is for companies—enabling audits, engagement, carpooling, and carbon footprint reduction.
In 2025, Moovance is going global and collaborating with local authorities to inspire new habits and spread an everyday ecology that’s joyful and accessible to all.
110 million pairs of glasses are sitting unused in drawers across France. Ophélie Vanbremeersch decided to give them a second life with Les Lunettes de Zac, an initiative born from a simple question she asked herself as a teenager: what happens to our old glasses?
Founded in 2020, the start-up collects, sorts, and refurbishes unused glasses, relying on a network of 1,500 collection points across the country. In 2024 alone, 60,000 pairs per month were recovered, restored, and put back into circulation.
✨ What makes the project unique:
– Strong social impact through a partnership with Groupe VITAMINE T, a social inclusion company
– Local production with measurable environmental benefits
– An innovative circular economy model tested in post offices and second-hand retail corners
Les Lunettes de Zac brings together inclusion, circular economy, and long-term vision. A project built with patience, purpose… and resilience.
Standing like a new beacon on the Parisian skyline, Racine ushers the former headquarters of the ONF (National Forestry Office) into a new era. Designed by Maud Caubet’s agency, the tower features an innovative elevation, which shelters an agricultural greenhouse and is an outstanding example of material efficiency. The project skillfully integrates existing structures with the right materials in the right places to optimize performance and minimize carbon footprint.
Soon to be completed, the building is a true demonstration of how architecture can address the environmental challenges of our time.
Maud Caubet emphasizes, “Racine Tower is more than just a renovation. It is a symbol of how we can combine architectural tradition with sustainable innovations to build the cities of tomorrow“.
Discover Racine in the June issue of Matières magazine
Published on June 19, the new FAIR – La Croix solidarity finance barometer reveals that solidarity savings now account for 0.5% of the French total financial savings, up from 0.45% in 2022. With a 15% increase in 2023, solidarity finance has surpassed 30 billion euros in assets!
In 2023, 680 million euros were invested in projects with social, ecological, and international impact. This positive momentum shows that solidarity finance continues to gain ground and is becoming firmly established in the French financial landscape.
Thierry Sibieude, President of FAIR – Label Finansol, highlights the priorities for the future: enhance distributor training, leverage collected data, and assess the social impact of investments to make solidarity finance even more transparent and effective.
Facing social and environmental challenges in Seine-Saint-Denis, Les Valoristes stands out with an innovative approach to circular and solidarity-based economy. Founded by Ngoc-Lan Loi, this eco-social structure is committed to building a more inclusive world by reintegrating people distant from employment through on-the-job training as valorization agents.
Les Valoristes not only reduce waste but also transform it into opportunities. Their mission is to contribute to the ecological shift by repurposing materials and creating upcycled furniture from construction and public works waste.
Kudos to this initiative, which combines social and environmental impact while contributing to the positive transformation of Seine-Saint-Denis!
In 2023, the total amount of ethical investments surpassed 30 billion euros, marking a 15% increase in just one year! According to the FAIR – Finansol Label – La Croix Barometer, this growth is primarily driven by employee savings, which account for 18 billion euros of this total.
Despite an uncertain economic environment, solidarity investments continue to attract interest, with a growing share in employee savings (9.5% of the total) and funds being directed toward projects with significant social and environmental impact.
Jean-Marc Palhon, Chairman of EXTENDAM, explained: “The market is lacking rooms to meet demand. Occupancy rates and prices are nowadays very high across Europe. Trends will probably change during the next 12 to 18 months. If interest rates continue to decline, many investors will be less concerned and will have easier access to credit, which will boost asset values“.
To optimize opportunities in this market, real estate private equity funds remain a preferred option. By investing in both property and business assets, these funds offer a dual source of income: regular rental payments and potential capital gains from the business. Expected returns can reach double-digit levels, though they vary depending on the strategies employed.
Read Aurélie Fardeau’s full analysis on the attractiveness of hotel investment in the magazine Option Finance
The renovation of the iconic Ariane Tower in La Défense, is reaching new heights with a fully glass facade. Originally built in 1975, the tower is transformed to reduce energy consumption by 40% by 2030 while preserving the building’s unique design.
Acting as the project management assistant, REDMAN plays a crucial role in this ambitious project. Emilie Gonnot, Program Director at REDMAN, emphasizes: “This renovation is a true technical feat, allowing us to maintain occupant comfort while modernizing the tower’s energy performance“.
Since the work begun in November 2023, REDMAN has ensured effective coordination to minimize the impact on the building’s 85% occupancy. The operation is the first of its kind in Europe for an occupied high-rise building and highlights the group’s expertise and innovation in managing complex projects.
Did you know that only 28% of engineers in France are women? The association Elles bougent is committed to changing this reality by breaking down gender stereotypes and encouraging young girls to consider careers in industrial and technological sectors.
Founded in 2006 by Marie-Sophie Pawlak, a passionate and visionary engineer, Elles bougent was born from a simple fact: companies struggle to recruit female talent in such fields, still too often seen as male-dominated. To reverse this trend, Marie-Sophie Pawlak brought together companies, engineering schools, and dedicated mentors to show young girls that these careers are not only accessible but also fulfilling.
Today, thanks to Elles bougent, thousands of middle school, high school, and university students are discovering the many opportunities available to them in scientific and technical fields. Through inspiring events, testimonials, and meetings, the association works to break down barriers and spark new vocations.
A big round of applause to Elles bougent for their ongoing commitment to gender diversity and for their impact on the future of young girls!