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From June 2 to 19, Les Canaux invites you to its Festival of the Committed Economy: a free, festive, and purpose-driven event in the heart of Paris. Three weeks to explore, debate, and get inspired through an immersive exhibition on social, solidarity-based, and circular innovation.
When we think of innovation, we picture new technology, an improved product, screens, and algorithms. What if the most useful innovation were not the most visible? Players in the solidarity, circular, and local economy prove every day that we can innovate differently, with just as much impact and far more meaning. From June 2 to 19, the Maison des Canaux is organizing its Festival of the Committed Economy on the theme “Innovation Isn’t Just in Tech!”. Three weeks to explore, debate, and get inspired through an immersive exhibition on social, solidarity-based, and circular innovation, open to the public on Thursdays and Fridays from 5 p.m., and on weekends from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. And that’s not all! A packed program awaits you: talks, workshops, clothing rental and object swaps, a stand-up comedy evening, festive moments… All in a unique venue dedicated to committed economies, fully renovated through circular economy principles: the Maison des Canaux. A festival organized around 4 spaces: - (Dé)conso Lab: When innovating doesn’t necessarily mean creating new products… we’ll introduce you to innovations for consuming better and services that will change your daily life! - Job in progress: We take you to places where work is designed for fulfillment, where decisions are made together, and where profits are shared. - Living city: An environment that inspires us and breathes… discover the city of tomorrow and all these innovations inspired by living systems. - L’open buvette: A refreshment bar to cool off and put the world to rights: come enjoy our terrace by the Canal! Festival highlights: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Debate - Can AI be social and solidarity-based? Come attend the debate around the book “Pour une IA sociale et solidaire” by Christian Oyarbide, with the author and Jeanne Bretécher, founder of Social Good Accelerator. > Free registration SATURDAY, JUNE 6 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Stand - Learn how to maintain your smartphone with Telecoop Through fun, participatory activities, leave with practical tips to make your phone last longer and reduce your impact. > Free entry 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Workshop - Making your objects last Why? How? with Un Nouveau Cycle > Free registration 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Workshop - Using your smartphone better every day with Telecoop In 1 hour, you’ll discover how to make your smartphone last longer (maintenance, good habits, repair), better protect your privacy with simple settings, and reduce your screen time without frustration. > Free registration 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Participatory plant-based DJ set Juxlabel Come tap on carrots & leeks to the rhythm of sunny, festive electronic music! > Free entry SUNDAY, JUNE 7: 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. | Workshop - Adopting a free OS on your smartphone with Electrocycle With Electrocycle, discover how to install a free system to keep your phone longer, without depending on the digital giants. > Free registration 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Workshop - Repairing your clothes: denim patch and creative embroidery with UAMEP Take part in an introduction to textile repair and upcycling through embroidery. > Free registration SATURDAY, JUNE 6 & SUNDAY, JUNE 7 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Pop-up: A shared wardrobe with wherewear What if you could change outfits without ever buying? wherewear invites you to discover its shared wardrobe: a selection of quality clothing and accessories offered for rental between women. During the festival, access a selection of stunning, responsible pieces, try them on on-site, and rent your outfit in just a few minutes. > Free entry FRIDAY, JUNE 12 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Workshop: Making your own zero-waste laundry detergent with ENVIE Le Labo In a small group of 4 to 5 people, discover the right habits to extend the life of your machine, along with a homemade laundry detergent recipe. > Free entry 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Collective mural with Vertile Draw nature around the Maison and take part in a collective artwork. > Free entry SATURDAY, JUNE 13 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Children’s party An afternoon dedicated to children and families, with games, a plant-based glitter stand, and activities on the program. > Free entry 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. | Stand-up with the Greenwashing Comedy Club Come discover a committed comedy show that lightly explores our contradictions, fears, and hopes in the face of the ecological transition. A unique moment to take the drama out of it, reflect together… and plant seeds of optimism. > Free registration FRIDAY, JUNE 12 & SATURDAY, JUNE 13 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Swap market with Coop'Huma Come take part in a swap market open to everyone to exchange everyday objects (books, clothing, small appliances, etc.), while encouraging encounters between local residents. Access is through an affordable pay-what-you-can membership: €3 for the month, with a solidarity rate of €1, so everyone can participate. > Free entry SUNDAY, JUNE 14 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Collective reading of the book “L’Âge des low-tech - Vers une civilisation techniquement soutenable” by Philippe Bihouix In a small group, take part in a collective reading workshop. > Free registration WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. I Soirée (R)éveillée: Rethinking care for fairer health with Alterkapitae THURSDAY, JUNE 18 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. - La Conf' qui fait du bien: a debate to share positive and innovative solutions led by the SSE
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