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Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to invite your friends to ARC Raiders Playtest fast & easy?
Image via Embark Studios So, you've jumped into the ARC Raiders Playtest and you're loving it — but let's be real, games like this are way more fun with friends. The good news? You can bring your squad in. The even better news? It's super simple — once you unlock the invite feature. Here's everything you need to know to get your friends into the action before the playtest window closes. ARC Raiders Tech Test 2 - All The Details You Need Step 1: Get Playtest Access for Yourself First things first—you need to be in the ARC Raiders Tech Test 2. If you haven't joined yet, head to Steam and request access. Once approved, download the game and jump in. You can't invite friends unless you're already a playtester. Step 2: Play a Bit (Yes, You Have to Earn It) Before that "Invite Frinds" button shows up, you'll need to: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Container Houses Serbia (Take A Look At The Prices) Container House Search Now Undo Play 4 rounds Spend at least 30 minutes in active gameplay Just sitting in the menu doesn't count—get in and play! Whether you win, lose, or barely survive, each round helps you unlock the invite feature. You don't need to do anything fancy—just get through those matches. Arc Raiders - Tech TEST Starter GUIDE | Sign-ups, MAPS, Traders & MORE! Step 3: Unlock & Send Your Invites Done with the 4 rounds and 30 minutes? You'll now see the "Invite Friends" option on the main menu (bottom left corner). Here's how to send invites: Click 'Invite Friends' A window will pop up with: A QR code (for mobile) An 'Open in Browser' button Open the link—it'll take you to your personal invite page Copy your unique referral link Send it to your friends (you get 2 invites total) That's it. Your friends will now be able to join the playtest—assuming they're eligible and platforms are available. Things to Keep in Mind Now that your friends have the link, here's what they need to know: Invites are limited to 2 friends per player The invite works only if they're 16+ years old Access isn't instant — platforms (like PS5 or Xbox) might take a while to open up due to high demand They should redeem the code ASAP before slots run out Sharing or selling the link = Instant disqualification. And yeah, make sure your friends redeem the invite quickly—spots can fill up fast during the test phase. Inviting friends to ARC Raiders Playtest isn't complicated. Once your friends redeem the invite and install the game, you can finally squad up and tackle ARC Raiders together. Play a bit, unlock the invite, send it over, and wait for your squad to drop in. Just don't wait too long — the playtest closes on May 4 .
CBC
16-03-2025
- Sport
- CBC
A skier's heart
Gary Bailie founded the Kwanlin Koyotes youth ski program in Whitehorse, and over the years he's spent many hours grooming trails and showing young people the joy of staying active outdoors. Gary Bailie out for a ski in Xenos/Radio-Canada Sarah Xenos Translated by Virginie Ann Mar. 16, 2025 Everything is peaceful at the Kwanlin Koyote cabin in Whitehorse. The only thing disturbing the silence is the hoarse call of ravens perched high in the pines. The sun rises slowly from behind the mountains, sending a soft glow over the cross-country ski trails. Then, from afar, a low, distant rumble drifts through the crisp winter air. The rhythmic sound of a motor gets louder until the machine appears. Gary Bailie, founder and head coach of the Kwanlin Koyotes ski program, is standing tall on his snowmobile, pulling a trail groomer through the fresh snow. During winter, the 68-year-old can usually be found either out on his skis, or on his snowmobile making sure the trails, which cut through the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation, are always ready to welcome skiers. For Bailie, a citizen of Kwanlin Dün, cross-country skiing has been more than just a sport or a fun way to spend a winter day. It also connects him to the land, and his spirituality 'I see [spirituality] in everything. I see it in the animals, I see it in the land, in all the trees, in all the things that go on amongst them all. And when I'm out there skiing, I feel like I'm part of it — I feel like I'm home. I feel like I belong there.' Skiing has also offered Bailie a way to deal with the pain of loss in his life — first his wife, and then his daughter a few years ago to an overdose. Bailie is well-known around town and easily recognized. People stop him everywhere he goes, for a quick chat or simply to say hello. That's because his contribution to the community is remarkable. Bailie, along with many other Indigenous youth in the Yukon during the 1960s, was introduced to cross-country skiing through the late Father Jean-Marie Mouchet 's Territorial Experimental Ski Training (TEST) program. 'I started skiing when I was eight, nine years old. I was at Takhini Elementary school and Father Mouchet had come to the school,' Bailie recalled. It was a pivotal experience for Bailie, who was soon skiing competitively. But it also seemed to give him a boost in other aspects of his life, too. 'The discipline of skiing actually helped with my schooling as well. It just really elevated me.' images expandEvery winter, Gary Bailie helps maintain a small network of ski trails in Whitehorse for the Kwanlin Koyotes program. Bailie joined the national cross-country ski team at 17 after winning several competitions. He opted out of pursuing his Olympic dream, however, deciding instead to focus on the sport itself rather than competition. 'I got away from the high-level sport because of all the politics and everything,' he said. 'I just really didn't want to lose the joy of skiing … I felt that that was a possibility.' Decades later, he continues to pass on his love for the sport through the Kwanlin Kotoyes, a ski program for youth that was initially inspired by his daughter, Stacity Lauren Bailie. Stacity's legacy The volunteer-run Kwanlin Koyotes program provides young people with an opportunity to build deeper connections with the land, while staying healthy and active. While Bailie acknowledges that his love for skiing comes from the late Father Mouchet, he says his desire to pursue Mouchet's mission and promote a healthy lifestyle 'has everything to do with my daughter.' "She just really inspired me and made my life so much richer,' he said. Bailie described how he used to take Stacity skiing when she was young, and she would often ask to bring some of her friends along. 'And suddenly there were 20 of them!" Bailie said. Indigenous culture is an integral part of the Kwanlin Koyotes program. That starts at the club's front door, with a welcoming sign that depicts a bear walking in the forest. 'We are the traditional host of this area,' Bailie said. 'What that means for me is that we welcome people and we share with them. And I think that is a great part of the healing, that's a part of reconciliation.' Bailie says everyone is encouraged to come and ski with the club. The program has even grown into a partnership with local schools, with students coming to use the trails during school hours. Bailie says he started to buy more children's ski gear and then built the cabin that has become the ski club's den. At first, he says, participants were meeting twice a week, after school, to ski around Kwanlin Dün territory. Bailie says the kids got really into it, 'because it was a healthy thing,' and he just kept going. 'There's been like, hundreds of kids that have come to the program and it made a difference in a lot of people's lives,' he said. The chief of Kwanlin Dün First Nation agrees. Uyenets'echᶖa (Sean) Smith doesn't shy away from praising Bailie and the Kwanlin Koyotes program. 'It's definitely one of the highlights during winter for a number of our younger kids … the work that Gary has done in our community over the years, to build up that program, has really shown a testament of his will and his determination,' Smith said. "His whole work has led us to be very, very proud of Gary. He's an inspiration for us all as we grow older.' images expandBailie says everyone is encouraged to come and ski with the Kwanlin Koyotes club. The program has even grown into a partnership with local schools. Bailie says he uses every opportunity he gets to talk to young skiers about mental health and the importance of sport. He says wellness became his personal mantra after Stacity died of an overdose in 2021, just weeks before her 28th birthday. Bailie is now raising Stacity's child, his grandchild, Essence. 'I've seen the good, the bad and the ugly throughout my life and I had to learn to live with the consequences of it. So I just feel it's my responsibility to talk about it and not hide away from it all, even if it's painful,' Bailie said. It's important to Bailie to ensure that cross-country skiing is accessible to as many people as possible. The Kwanlin Koyotes club provides free access to its trails, as well as to any gear. 'I know a lot of people are struggling these days,' Bailie said. 'They can't afford food or gas, let alone buying sports equipment. So if it's all here, and there's no charge … I think it makes a difference for a lot of people," he said. He adds that it's not enough for him to simply encourage others to pursue a health lifestyle — he also wants to 'walk the talk.' So when life gets hard, Bailie takes his skis out and hits the trails. Joseph Graham, one of the program's coaches, says Kwanlin Koyotes is so much more than ski lessons. 'The beauty of the Koyotes is less about developing skills, but more about enjoying nature and being out on the land,' Graham said. Graham adds that Bailie is an essential part of the magic that makes the program truly one of a kind. He says the founder's contagious positivity fosters trust and connection, making it easy to build relationships with young people. 'When you're around Gary, you feel like you are gold — because he makes everybody kind of light up,' Graham said. 'And he always has these words of wisdom and a great sense of humour.' Graham, who's known Bailie for 20 years, says they often joke about how cross-country skiing is the best therapy. 'All the answers and all the solutions just come to us when we are out there,' Graham said. From the ski trails to a festival stage Bailie says some of his best ideas have taken shape on the ski trails, where each gliding stride clears the mind and makes way for inspiration to move as freely as his skis over the snow. One of those ideas led to the creation of the annual Blue Feather Music Festival in Whitehorse, a mainstay of the territory's music scene since 2000. The event is dedicated to inspiring and supporting young people through music and the arts. While the Kwanlin Koyotes program is part of Stacity's legacy, the Blue Feather festival was inspired by Bailie's late partner, Jolie Angelina McNabb who died in 1999. After McNabb's death, Bailie travelled to her Cree community in Saskatchewan and learned her traditional name: Blue Feather Eagle Woman. 'She was such an awesome person, such a gentle, kind soul,' Bailie said. The festival began as a one-time fundraiser, with the goal of raising enough money to build a youth centre. More than two decades later, it's still infused with McNabb's spirit as well as the passion and dedication of Bailie. Bailie says the festival, which has a focus on Indigenous artists, is about bringing different generations of artists together. For some, it's their first chance to perform on stage, and for others it's an opportunity to offer mentorship. 'If we do make profit, we throw it back to our artists,' he said. 'We have a bursary that we give to young artists for recording music, or to go to music school.' images expandThe Blue Feather music festival in Whitehorse has been a mainstay of the territory's music scene since 2000. Winnipeg singer-songwriter Sierra Noble, who played at the festival last November and mentored a younger artist there, said Blue Feather is not a typical festival. "It's funny because I don't think I can even put into words what it is, other than … it's Gary,' Noble said, laughing. 'When I first played at this festival, I was going through a really hard time in my life — and meeting Gary… He's just such a kind, supportive, and wise person. He just leads with love in every single thing he does. He's just such an inspiration to me.' Yukoner William Pacaud, 15, also performed at the festival last November. "I wouldn't be here if [Gary] wouldn't have encouraged me, if he hadn't helped me,' Pacaud said. Bailie says his efforts with the cross-country ski club and the Blue Feather festival are his way of walking the good road — a path shaped by those he has lost and the lessons they left behind. Through the rhythm of skis, and the power of music, Bailie honours their memory, and turns loss into purpose and struggle into inspiration. 'This is my home, this is where I was born and this is where I'll die. And this is where my ashes will go back to the land and I'll just become part of where I came from," Bailie said. 'In the meantime, I've got music festivals to do, and skis to wax, and trails to cut, and moose to hunt — and a granddaughter to raise.' Related Stories Footer Links My Account Profile CBC Gem Newsletters Connect with CBC Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Mobile RSS Podcasts Contact CBC Submit Feedback Help Centre Audience Relations, CBC P.O. 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Al Bawaba
25-02-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Certificate Award Ceremony: Strengthening Industrial Resource Efficiency for a Sustainable and Competitive Future
The European Union, in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), announced the successful completion of its training program under the EU-funded 2Circular Project, a €3.7 million initiative supporting Lebanon's transition to a green and circular economy. The project, implemented in partnership with Lebanon's Ministry of Industry, Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Economy and Trade, and Ministry of Finance, also collaborates with the Association of Lebanese Industrialists and the Federation of the Chambers of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture in Lebanon. It aims to enhance resource efficiency and promote circular business models in Lebanon's private sector, particularly in the food and beverage industry. To mark this achievement, the European Union, together with UNIDO, hosted a Certificate Award Ceremony on February 20, 2025, at the American University of Beirut (AUB), Charles Hostler Auditorium, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The event celebrated 27 service providers who have successfully completed an intensive training program on the Transfer of Environmentally Sound Technologies (TEST) methodology. This comprehensive approach helps businesses identify and implement cost-saving, resource-efficient measures that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. About the 2Circular Project The 2Circular Project is a key pillar of the Lebanon Reform, Recovery, and Reconstruction Framework (3RF), building on the success of the EU-funded SwitchMed program and UNIDO's TEST methodology. The project focuses on: • Upscaling resource efficiency in 30-40 food and beverage companies through TEST-based solutions.• Developing circular business models to drive innovation and sustainability.• Facilitating access to finance for SMEs to adopt sustainable practices. • Supporting Lebanon's industrial green transition in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry. Training a cohort of TEST service providers The TEST methodology helps businesses integrate environmentally sound technologies to prevent pollution, optimize resource use, and reduce operational costs. Through the six-month EU-funded training program led by international and national UNIDO TEST trainers, in partnership with AUB as the technical execution partner and in collaboration with the Lebanese University, 27 service providers gained hands-on experience in 14 beneficiary companies. Their work resulted in the identification of 89 resource efficiency measures with substantial savings potential: • 84,729 m³ of water saved annually• 9,111 MWh of primary energy conserved per year• 1,502 tonnes of materials optimized annually• 3,687 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions reduced per year• €1.655 million in annual production cost savings • €2.73 million in leveraged investments with an average payback period of just 1.7 years Voices of Collaboration Dr. Antoine Ghauch, Project Coordinator, AUB: 'AUB played a pivotal role as the technical execution partner of UNIDO in the EU funded 2Circular project, orchestrating a vital capacity building program for 27 engineers in resource efficiency and cleaner production. We strongly believe that this initiative should be upscaled by the development of an online module for the industrial community, offering continuous education aimed at improving resource efficiency and cleaner production in their processes, enabling industrial companies to enhance both their operational performance and environmental stewardship.' Dr. Ali Ismail, Lebanese University: 'As a key partner in the EU-funded 2Circular project implemented by UNIDO, the Lebanese University contributed resource efficiency and cleaner production advisors, graduates participating as trainees, and hosted practical training on food systems and resource efficiency and cleaner production in the food industry for 27 engineers. Its involvement reflects its dedication to promoting and integrating resource efficiency and cleaner production education within the Lebanese University for a more sustainable industrial sector." Dr. Nada Sabra, Liaison and Resource Efficiency Expert of the 2Circular project: 'By delivering a comprehensive theoretical and on-the-job training to engineers on industrial resource efficiency in partnership with academia, UNIDO, through the EU funded 2Circular project, is playing a pivotal role in sustainably fostering the national service provision market in the field of industrial resource efficiency and cleaner production, for a more resilient, competitive and environmentally responsible industry.' Eng. Chantal Akl, Acting Director-General, Ministry of Industry: 'Building the capacities of service providers in industrial resource efficiency is at the heart of the priorities of the Ministry of Industry, and a pivotal achievement of the 2Circular project that needs to be sustained as it fosters the development of the national market of service providers in industrial resource efficiency for a sustainable industrial development and an enhanced competitiveness and resilience of the Lebanese industrial sector.' Mr. Talal Hijazi, Representative, Association of Lebanese Industrialists (ALI): 'We appreciate the EU and UNIDO's continued support in advancing industrial resource efficiency and cleaner production practices. These efforts are essential for Lebanon's industrial growth and green transition.' Mr. Elie Massoud, Federation of the Chambers of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture: "This achievement is not just a certification—it is a commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and innovation in our industries. The dedication of the trained service providers is a testament to the fact that sustainability is not just an option—it is the way forward." Ms. Zeina Harakeh, Ministry of Economy & Trade: "The Ministry of Economy and Trade recognizes industrial resource efficiency as both an economic necessity and an environmental priority. Through the 2Circular project, we are equipping Lebanese industries with the tools to enhance productivity while minimizing environmental impact. The newly certified service providers will play a crucial role in advancing sustainable production practices, strengthening Lebanon's competitiveness in global markets, and driving the transition towards a circular economy." EU Delegation to Lebanon Ms. Lea Polony, Program Manager, Economic Affairs and Private Sector, European Commission: 'Through the 2Circular project, the EU is helping businesses in Lebanon's food and beverage sector cut waste, save resources, and work more sustainably. We've trained 27 experts to support companies in reducing their environmental footprint and adopting greener practices. This is part of the EU's broader commitment to building green skills and supporting Lebanon's shift to a more sustainable, circular economy.' Building a Sustainable Future Beyond resource efficiency in the food and beverage sector, the 2Circular Project is expanding Lebanon's expertise in sustainable production services. The 27 newly certified SPs, including seven women, are now well-equipped to support Lebanese industries in adopting resource-efficient and cleaner production methods, fostering a thriving national market for sustainability-focused services. Looking Ahead The success of the 2Circular Project highlights the transformative impact of resource efficiency on economic and environmental resilience. As Lebanon continues its recovery, adopting circular business models and sustainability-driven industrial practices will be essential for long-term growth. UNIDO, in collaboration with key stakeholders, remains committed to advancing Lebanon's green transition and fostering a competitive, resource-efficient industrial sector. The Certificate Award Ceremony marks a milestone in this journey, celebrating the achievements of service providers and reaffirming Lebanon's commitment to sustainable industrial development. UNIDO encourages Lebanese industries, policymakers, and development partners to build on this milestone by engaging with the newly trained service providers and sustaining their continued development. In the coming months, UNIDO will work with 16 additional food and beverage companies seeking to enhance resource efficiency. These companies will have the opportunity to collaborate with selected service providers under UNIDO's guidance, ensuring quality implementation and continuous learning. About UNIDO: The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is a specialized UN agency dedicated to industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization, and environmental sustainability. UNIDO promotes and accelerates sustainable industrial growth in developing economies. About the European Union: The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 member states, committed to sustainable development and environmental protection through global funding initiatives. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
National News
21-02-2025
- Business
- National News
Certificate award ceremony: Strengthening industrial resource efficiency for a sustainable and competitive future
NNA – The European Union, in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), announced the successful completion of its training program under the EU-funded 2Circular Project, a €3.7 million initiative supporting Lebanon's transition to a green and circular economy. The project, implemented in partnership with Lebanon's Ministry of Industry, Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Economy and Trade, and Ministry of Finance, also collaborates with the Association of Lebanese Industrialists and the Federation of the Chambers of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture in Lebanon. It aims to enhance resource efficiency and promote circular business models in Lebanon's private sector, particularly in the food and beverage industry. To mark this achievement, the European Union, together with UNIDO, hosted a Certificate Award Ceremony on February 20, 2025, at the American University of Beirut (AUB), Charles Hostler Auditorium, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The event celebrated 27 service providers who successfully completed an intensive training program on the Transfer of Environmentally Sound Technologies (TEST) methodology. This comprehensive approach helps businesses identify and implement cost-saving, resource-efficient measures that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. About the 2Circular Project The 2Circular Project is a key pillar of the Lebanon Reform, Recovery, and Reconstruction Framework (3RF), building on the success of the EU-funded SwitchMed program and UNIDO's TEST methodology. The project focuses on: • Upscaling resource efficiency in 30-40 food and beverage companies through TEST-based solutions. • Developing circular business models to drive innovation and sustainability. • Facilitating access to finance for SMEs to adopt sustainable practices. • Supporting Lebanon's industrial green transition in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry. Training a cohort of TEST service providers The TEST methodology helps businesses integrate environmentally sound technologies to prevent pollution, optimize resource use, and reduce operational costs. Through the six-month EU-funded training program led by international and national UNIDO TEST trainers, in partnership with AUB as the technical execution partner and in collaboration with the Lebanese University, 27 service providers gained hands-on experience in 14 beneficiary companies. Their work resulted in the identification of 89 resource efficiency measures with substantial savings potential: • 84,729 m³ of water saved annually • 9,111 MWh of primary energy conserved per year • 1,502 tonnes of of materials optimized annually • 3,687 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions reduced per year • €1.655 million in annual production cost savings • €2.73 million in leveraged investments with an average payback period of just 1.7 years Voices of Collaboration Dr. Antoine Ghauch, AUB 'AUB played a pivotal role as the technical execution partner of UNIDO in the EU funded 2Circular project, orchestrating a vital capacity building program for 27 engineers in resource efficiency and cleaner production. We strongly believe that this initiative should be upscaled by the development an online module for the industrial community, offering continuous education aimed at improving resource efficiency and cleaner production in their processes, enabling industrial companies to enhance both their operational performance and environmental stewardship'. Dr. Ali Ismail, Lebanese University As a key partner in the EU-funded 2Circular project implemented by UNIDO, the Lebanese University contributed resource efficiency and cleaner production advisors, graduates participating as trainees, and hosted practical training on food systems and resource efficiency and cleaner production in the food industry for 27 engineers. Its involvement reflects its dedication to promoting and integrating resource efficiency and cleaner production education within the Lebanese University for a more sustainable industrial sector". Dr. Nada Sabra, Liaison and Resource Efficiency Expert of the 2Circular project 'By delivering a comprehensive theoretical and on-the-job training to engineers on industrial resource efficiency in partnership with academia, UNIDO, through the EU funded 2Circular project, is playing a pivotal role in sustainably fostering the national service provision market in the field of industrial resource efficiency and cleaner production, for a more resilient, competitive and environmentally responsible industry' Eng. Chantal Akl, Acting Director-General, Ministry of Industry: 'Building the capacities of service providers in industrial resource efficiency is at the heart of the priorities of the Ministry of Industry, and a pivotal achievement of the 2Circular project that needs to be sustained as it fosters the development of the national market of service providers in industrial resource efficiency for a sustainable industrial development and an enhanced competitiveness and resilience of the Lebanese industrial sector' Mr. Talal Hijazi, Representative, Association of Lebanese Industrialists (ALI): 'We appreciate the EU and UNIDO's continued support in advancing industrial resource efficiency and cleaner production practices. These efforts are essential for Lebanon's industrial growth and green transition.' Mr. Elie Massoud, Federation of the Chambers of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture: "This achievement is not just a certification—it is a commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and innovation in our industries." The dedication of the trained service providers is a testament to the fact that sustainability is not just an option—it is the way forward." Ms. Zeina Harakeh, Ministry of Economy & Trade "The Ministry of Economy and Trade recognizes industrial resource efficiency as both an economic necessity and an environmental priority. Through the 2Circular project, we are equipping Lebanese industries with the tools to enhance productivity while minimizing environmental impact. The newly certified service providers will play a crucial role in advancing sustainable production practices, strengthening Lebanon's competitiveness in global markets, and driving the transition towards a circular economy." EU Delegation to Lebanon Ms. Lea Polony, Program Manager, Program Manager, Economic Affairs and Private Sector, European Commission 'Through the 2Circular project, the EU is helping businesses in Lebanon's food and beverage sector cut waste, save resources, and work more sustainably. We've trained 27 experts to support companies in reducing their environmental footprint and adopting greener practices. This is part of the EU's broader commitment to building green skills and supporting Lebanon's shift to a more sustainable, circular economy' Building a Sustainable Future Beyond resource efficiency in the food and beverage sector, the 2Circular Project is expanding Lebanon's expertise in sustainable production services. The 27 newly certified SPs, including seven women, are now well-equipped to support Lebanese industries in adopting resource-efficient and cleaner production methods, fostering a thriving national market for sustainability-focused services. Looking Ahead The success of the 2Circular Project highlights the transformative impact of resource efficiency on economic and environmental resilience. As Lebanon continues its recovery, adopting circular business models and sustainability-driven industrial practices will be essential for long-term growth. UNIDO, in collaboration with key stakeholders, remains committed to advancing Lebanon's green transition and fostering a competitive, resource-efficient industrial sector. The Certificate Award Ceremony marked a milestone in this journey, celebrating the achievements of service providers and reaffirming Lebanon's commitment to sustainable industrial development. UNIDO encourages Lebanese industries, policymakers, and development partners to build on this milestone by engaging with the newly trained service providers and sustaining their continued development. In the coming months, UNIDO will work with 16 additional food and beverage companies seeking to enhance resource efficiency. These companies will have the opportunity to collaborate with selected service providers under UNIDO's guidance, ensuring quality implementation and continuous learning. ---------
