The Masterplan
In 2021, the City of Charleroi and the Walloon Region approved a Masterplan to transform the Porte Ouest area into a future-oriented territorial and economic development hub by 2050.
The Masterplan defines shared objectives and values, aiming to enhance attractiveness and livability through mixed uses and a flexible, evolving development approach.
This video dates back to 2021.
By 2026-2040, the Porte-Ouest territorial and economic park will be structured around 5 main entities :
"Le Phare Ouest", the metropolitan park
La Centrale and its Cleantech District
The Urban Port
The District of the Future
A system of public spaces, culture and landscapes
In this context, La Centrale and its Cleantech District aim to :
Facilitate the transition towards decarbonation of Walloon companies and Charleroi Metropole
Become a place of excellence in Wallonia, Belgium and Europe around specific Cleantech themes
Become a platform for innovation, incubation and training in Cleantech
Become the first territorial Cleantech Wallonia hub