Higher living costs cause membership of Hasselt tool library to explode: "We need to move"

The tool library in Godsheide, Limburg, is experiencing a surge in membership due to rising living costs, prompting a move to a larger location. Founded three years ago, it serves young residents with limited budgets by allowing them to borrow tools instead of purchasing them. The library has gained hundreds of members, with many borrowing tools for specific projects. The founder, Renaat Roekaers, notes that the increase in membership is significant, with new requests coming in weekly. The move to a former primary school will provide more space for the growing inventory and improve service. The library aims to foster community engagement through activities beyond tool lending.