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Business Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Times
EB Impact to launch initiatives to raise awareness of sustainability among seniors, youth
[SINGAPORE] Non-profit organisation EB Impact will launch two initiatives later this year to engage more youth and seniors with regard to sustainability and raise awareness of such issues, said executive director Gerald Wong on Friday (May 30) at the Seeds of Change gala. The Singapore-registered charity raised nearly S$200,000 for these initiatives at the event. The first initiative, also called Seeds of Change, is an intergenerational programme targeting seniors. Through partnerships with active ageing centres (AACs), EB Impact aims to increase awareness of sustainability issues while improving the well-being of the elderly. The programme will comprise urban farming and sewing activities, as well as hands-on craft projects within a makerspace. In an interview with The Business Times, Wong said that the idea came from wanting to provide 'more agency to seniors'. 'AACs want to reach a lot more seniors, and how do we do that? That's when I started thinking that we can use sustainability as a tool to bring these seniors to the AACs.' EB Impact will work with sector partners to train seniors, who can later on facilitate their own programmes and train others. The programme aims to engage 100 seniors across one to two AACs over the course of a year, and increase this to eight to 10 AACs over a three-year period. A NEWSLETTER FOR YOU Friday, 2 pm Lifestyle Our picks of the latest dining, travel and leisure options to treat yourself. Sign Up Sign Up Wong added: 'The idea is to bring in people from all walks of life. We don't want AACs to be seen as just a place for seniors. Yes, it's focused on seniors, but why can't it be a community space?' There is potential for AACs to host cafes or shops where seniors can sell the products they make or harvest. These can be open to the public, thus bringing the community together. 'We can raise that awareness of sustainability and at the same time address a social issue, which is to get seniors to be more active and change the perception that they are active contributors to society rather than passive takers,' he said. To track progress, EB Impact will conduct well-being surveys and hold focus group discussions with seniors. It is also exploring partnering educational institutions to retrieve data and feedback on the effectiveness of the programme. EB Impact aims to kick-start Seeds of Change in the second half of this year. Something for the young ones too The second initiative is The Sustainability Youth Festival (TSYF), an annual event that offers a platform for youth to engage with sustainability topics. It will bring together students, schools, government agencies and corporate partners. TSYF will target young people from the primary school to tertiary levels, and aims to deepen their understanding about sustainability. It will comprise booths, which may be hosted by sector partners, as well as hands-on activities, learning experiences and small-group guided discussions. 'The main idea of TSYF boils down to making sustainability as accessible as possible,' Wong added. A key component of the festival is the TSYF Challenge, in which students can pitch sustainability solutions to win awards and grants to implement them in their communities. TSYF will take place on Aug 1 at Capitol Theatre. Established in 2019, EB Impact is dedicated to advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals in Singapore and Asia, with a focus on youth and education. Last year, it launched a community space in partnership with City Developments Ltd, introduced an education grant with ComfortDelGro and ran its third edition of the Sustainability Media Academy for journalists.
Globe and Mail
01-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
CIG Showcasing the Latest End-to-End Connectivity Solutions at OFC 2025
Cambridge Industries Group (CIG), a global leader in optical communication and networking solutions, is excited to showcase its latest end-to-end connectivity technologies at the Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibition (OFC) 2025, taking place March 30 – April 3 in San Francisco, California. Attendees are invited to visit CIG booth #2518 to explore cutting-edge innovations designed to optimize network efficiency, scalability, and performance. Next-Generation High-Speed Optical Transceivers CIG will unveil its latest high-speed optical transceiver solutions, including: A new 200G/Lambda portfolio, powered by the latest 3nm DSP technology, achieving 20% power reduction. The lineup includes Retimed 1.6T 2×DR4/DR8, 1.6T 2×FR4, and Gearbox 800G DR4 modules, offered in both Silicon Photonics and EML-based designs. Comprehensive 100G/Lambda 800G and 400G portfolio, featuring advanced 5nm DSP-based 800G modules such as 2×DR4/DR8, 2×FR4, and 2×LR4 (10km), in OSFP IHS / OSFP RHS / QSFP-DD form factors, as well as 400G QSFP112 DR4 modules, all available in Silicon Photonics and EML designs. Additional features, including 800G and 400G InfiniBand modules, 800G LPO (Linear Pluggable Optics) and 800G LRO (Linear Receive Optics) modules, further expanding CIG's support for next-generation data center and high-performance computing environments. Next-Gen Access and Edge Connectivity CIG will also feature its carrier-grade 25G PON units and the latest Wi-Fi 7-powered home routers, delivering seamless, high-capacity data transmission across both telecom and hyperscale networks. These solutions are designed to meet the increasing demand for ultra-fast, reliable connectivity, and support evolving infrastructure needs in AI-driven networking, cloud computing, broadband access, and 5G deployment. Live Demos & Industry Engagement CIG will host live demonstrations of its latest technologies, including: 1.6T and 800G 200G/Lambda transceivers 800G and 400G InfiniBand NDR 800G LPO and LRO modules All 800G modules interoperability over MTP CMIS 5.3 compliant features with VDM (Versatile Diagnostic Monitoring) 25G PON ONTs (joint demo with a 25G PON OLT vendor) These will be complemented by expert-led discussions on industry trends and CIG's technology roadmap. Company specialists will be available to engage in technical conversations and explore how CIG's innovations address the challenges of today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. Executive Quote 'We're excited to participate in OFC 2025 and introduce our latest breakthroughs in optical networking technology,' said Mr. Gerald Wong, CEO of CIG. 'Our end-to-end connectivity solutions empower businesses to optimize network performance while maintaining cost-efficiency and scalability. We look forward to engaging with industry leaders, partners, and customers as we continue driving innovation forward.' Learn More To schedule a meeting with CIG at OFC 2025 or for more information, visit or contact press@ About CIG Founded in 2005, Cambridge Industries Group (CIG) is a global technology leader with affiliates in the United States, China, Japan, Malaysia, and Europe. With a unique combination of industry-leading R&D and advanced manufacturing, CIG delivers millions of high-performance devices annually and provides exceptional customer service worldwide. CIG's broad portfolio includes high-speed optical transceivers, wireless and broadband access, carrier Ethernet, and edge computing—enabling next-generation telecom and data center networks.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CIG Showcasing the Latest End-to-End Connectivity Solutions at OFC 2025
SAN FRANCISCO, April 01, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cambridge Industries Group (CIG), a global leader in optical communication and networking solutions, is excited to showcase its latest end-to-end connectivity technologies at the Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibition (OFC) 2025, taking place March 30 – April 3 in San Francisco, California. Attendees are invited to visit CIG booth #2518 to explore cutting-edge innovations designed to optimize network efficiency, scalability, and performance. Next-Generation High-Speed Optical Transceivers CIG will unveil its latest high-speed optical transceiver solutions, including: A new 200G/Lambda portfolio, powered by the latest 3nm DSP technology, achieving 20% power reduction. The lineup includes Retimed 1.6T 2×DR4/DR8, 1.6T 2×FR4, and Gearbox 800G DR4 modules, offered in both Silicon Photonics and EML-based designs. Comprehensive 100G/Lambda 800G and 400G portfolio, featuring advanced 5nm DSP-based 800G modules such as 2×DR4/DR8, 2×FR4, and 2×LR4 (10km), in OSFP IHS / OSFP RHS / QSFP-DD form factors, as well as 400G QSFP112 DR4 modules, all available in Silicon Photonics and EML designs. Additional features, including 800G and 400G InfiniBand modules, 800G LPO (Linear Pluggable Optics) and 800G LRO (Linear Receive Optics) modules, further expanding CIG's support for next-generation data center and high-performance computing environments. Next-Gen Access and Edge Connectivity CIG will also feature its carrier-grade 25G PON units and the latest Wi-Fi 7-powered home routers, delivering seamless, high-capacity data transmission across both telecom and hyperscale networks. These solutions are designed to meet the increasing demand for ultra-fast, reliable connectivity, and support evolving infrastructure needs in AI-driven networking, cloud computing, broadband access, and 5G deployment. Live Demos & Industry Engagement CIG will host live demonstrations of its latest technologies, including: 1.6T and 800G 200G/Lambda transceivers 800G and 400G InfiniBand NDR 800G LPO and LRO modules All 800G modules interoperability over MTP CMIS 5.3 compliant features with VDM (Versatile Diagnostic Monitoring) 25G PON ONTs (joint demo with a 25G PON OLT vendor) These will be complemented by expert-led discussions on industry trends and CIG's technology roadmap. Company specialists will be available to engage in technical conversations and explore how CIG's innovations address the challenges of today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. Executive Quote "We're excited to participate in OFC 2025 and introduce our latest breakthroughs in optical networking technology," said Mr. Gerald Wong, CEO of CIG. "Our end-to-end connectivity solutions empower businesses to optimize network performance while maintaining cost-efficiency and scalability. We look forward to engaging with industry leaders, partners, and customers as we continue driving innovation forward." Learn More To schedule a meeting with CIG at OFC 2025 or for more information, visit or contact press@ About CIG Founded in 2005, Cambridge Industries Group (CIG) is a global technology leader with affiliates in the United States, China, Japan, Malaysia, and Europe. With a unique combination of industry-leading R&D and advanced manufacturing, CIG delivers millions of high-performance devices annually and provides exceptional customer service worldwide. CIG's broad portfolio includes high-speed optical transceivers, wireless and broadband access, carrier Ethernet, and edge computing—enabling next-generation telecom and data center networks. Learn more at: View source version on Contacts press@ Sign in to access your portfolio
