Project SUFABU

Adoption of Green Transition Challenges for Building a Sustainable Economic Model of SMEs in Europe

Web page: greensufabu.eu

The SUFABU project builds on a previous SUFABU project that worked directly with family businesses and SMEs, helping them to pass the business on from one generation to the next. This time, SUpporting FAmily BUsinesses is designed to address the urgent need for small and medium-sized family businesses (SMEs) to adapt to the green transition. These businesses are the backbone of Europe’s economy, yet they often struggle to implement sustainable practices due to limited resources, time, and expertise. 

Driven by the EU’s Green Deal and its ambitious goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050, SUFABU responds directly to the challenge of transitioning SMEs to a more sustainable business model. The project aims to empower family businesses by providing tailored training, resources, and case studies that demonstrate the practical steps needed for a successful green transformation. By focusing on easy-to-understand, flexible training materials and real-life examples, SUFABU will facilitate the green transition, helping businesses implement changes that are both environmentally and economically sustainable.

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Project objectives

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To collect motivational examples of family businesses and SMEs about their own experience and practices toward the green industry.

2

To create easy-to-use, easy-to-understand and easy-to-digest learning materials of various formats and topics in the green transition.

3

To organize a training activity for educators, mentors and advisors to be able to provide family businesses and SMEs with mentoring in the field of the green transition.

 

Main results

Collection of in-depth case studies

Real-life examples of SMEs successfully implementing green transition practices.

Green transition training modules

Educational resources that teach SMEs about sustainability and practical steps for implementing green practices.

Micro-learning video units

Short, engaging videos that break down key green transition topics into digestible lessons.

Training platform and pilot testing

An online platform to host training materials, offer courses, and allow SMEs to test their knowledge in real time.

Expected impact

The SUFABU project aims to make a significant impact on the sustainability and competitiveness of SMEs across Europe by equipping family businesses with the knowledge and skills required for the green transition. The training materials and resources developed will provide SMEs with the tools to reduce their environmental footprint, adopt clean energy, and contribute to long-term sustainability. Economically, the project aims to build the resilience of small family businesses, ensuring their survival in a competitive, green-oriented market. Socially and environmentally, SUFABU will help mitigate climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from SMEs, directly contributing to the EU’s goal of climate neutrality by 2050.