Beki (de Kär asbl)
Beki regional money promotes regional economic exchange and social cohesion and protects the environment.
Initiative phase: Well established and running
The Beki is a means of promoting sustainable development in its area of distribution in such a way that everyone who participates recognises their own benefit.
Anyone who exchanges euros for Beki receives a three per cent bonus. This is intended to motivate the inhabitants to use the Beki and thus buy from local businesses.
Those who exchange Beki for euros lose 5 per cent. This is intended to motivate businesses not to exchange the Beki, but to use it for other purchases in the region. This creates a demand for regional products and services as well as a co-operation network between regional businesses in which one strengthens the other.
Networking between residents and businesses is promoted and social cohesion is strengthened, especially as the Beki promotes identification with the region.
Short transport routes for regional goods and services in particular protect the environment and the climate.
Name of Organization
- De Kär asbl
- info@beki.lu
- www.beki.lu
Address & geo
- Beki
- 103, Huewelerstrooss
- L-8521 Beckerich
Contact person
- Max Hilbert
- info@beki.lu
- 23 62 21 847 / 691 888 295
Participation opportunities
Financing Engaged citizen Expertise/knowledge Paid employeeInstitution type/carrier
Non-profit organisation
Institution-Name
De Kär
How is your initiative financed?
The initiative is financed by membership fees and profits on the Beki to euro exchange rate. Until the end of 2023, around 57% of the budget came from a service contract with the Canton of Redingen community syndicate. This support was terminated by the community syndicate.
Are there any additional partners or funders connected to your initiative?
- The Beki association De Kär has co-founded Gringgo S.C. and VDA S.C.
Participation opportunities
We are currently looking for people who would like to help expand our network.
What’s needed
Financing Engaged citizen Expertise/knowledge Paid employeeObjectives
The Beki shows very concretely that a different way of doing business is possible and that there are ways out of the growth trap. It also encourages people to think about the prevailing monetary system, which is otherwise rarely scrutinised.
Impact
The regional economy is strengthened and the range of goods on offer in the region is recognised more. Regional producers, craftsmen, shops etc. have a financial incentive to co-operate more.
Target audience
Companies, associations, municipalities, citizens, banks.
Challenges and learning successes
The initiative faces the challenge of managing without financial support from politicians.
The initiative information was originally written in German