« Climate change primarily affects the most vulnerable populations. For us, it is impossible to separate ecological transition from social transition », explains Claire Moreau.
Established since 2017 in the northern neighborhoods of Marseille, Le Paysan Urbain supports people in professional integration through the production of microgreens, sold to gourmet restaurateurs. This economic support also raises awareness about living systems, the water cycle, composting, and biodiversity.
The association also develops a nursery of local plants, supports the creation of educational and Mediterranean gardens with residents and schools, and has been running an ETRE School for four years to introduce 16-25 year-olds to careers in ecological transition.
Beyond integration, Le Paysan Urbain assists residents in greening their neighborhoods, creating cool islands, and developing communal spaces, while helping local authorities prioritize native species suited to the Mediterranean climate.
« What we seek is to empower residents, to give them the means to concretely improve their living conditions and to make nature a lever for transforming neighborhoods », concludes Claire Moreau.
