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IOL News
3 days ago
- General
- IOL News
SANParks highlights the fight against plastic pollution this World Environment Day
Greenpeace Africa activists staged a demonstration outside Coca-Cola's corporate offices in Rosebank, Johannesburg, with a striking 3-metre by 3-metre glass bottle cap installation. The South African National Parks marked World Environment Day on Thursday by focusing on plastic pollution. The global theme this year for World Environment Day (WED) 25 is 'Beat Plastic Pollution'. Globally, over 400 million tons of plastic waste enter ecosystems each year, harming rivers, soils, and biodiversity. A large number of national parks under SANParks' management are mainly located in rural areas. In keeping with this year's WED, SANParks highlighted the link between plastic pollution, negative impact of climate change and communities adjacent to its national a statement SANParks said they were working to ensure that communities are not only included in WED events but positioned as leaders in environmental stewardship. "This includes co-management models, youth-led clean-up initiatives, education in traditional zero-waste practices, and access to ancestral lands for ceremonial and ecological restoration activities. "The communities will become leading figures in the fight against environmental nuisances like plastic pollution and its related consequences," read the statement. SANParks also adopted a plan to incrementally phase out problematic waste streams (like plastic) in all its national parks' operations.
Hans India
3 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Plantation drives, advocacy programmes mark WED
Visakhapatnam: Plantation drives, advocacy programmes, mark the 'World Environment Day' celebrated in various places on June 5 (Thursday). Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu appealed to people that every household should plant trees and emphasised that it is also their responsibility to protect them. Speaking at a programme organised by the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board Srikakulam and the Forest Department marking the World Environment Day (WED), the Union Minister mentioned that instead of plastic, cloth bags and jute bags should be used, as they will not impact soil fertility. He informed that 4 lakh trees have been planted across the district. The Pollution Control Board Srikakulam officials have asked everyone to use bottle-shaped dust bins placed at various junctions and temples. Marking the World Environment Day, a green rally and tree planting programme were held in Patrunivalasa village. Srikakulam MLA Gondu Shankar, District Collector Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar, and officials participated. Development Commissioner of Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone (VSEZ) Roshni Aparanji Korati and unit heads and senior officers celebrated the WED at the Special Economic Zone. On the occasion Roshni planted saplings of fruit bearing plants. Speaking on the occasion, the Development Commissioner stressed the importance of the environment and the impact of environmental degradation on human beings. An awareness programme was organised at Visakhapatnam Women's Degree College on the occasion of World Environment Day. Vice principal Y Lakshmi, head of the department of Botany TMA Nivedita, NSS programme officer J Lavanya and students participated in the programme. On the occasion of the World Environment Day, a plantation drive was organised by the Umar Alisha Rural Development Trust at the premises of Dr VS Krishna Government Junior College. The event was held in the presence of in-charge Principal B Ramavedavyas, faculty members, and students. Highlighting the importance of planting trees for environmental protection, saplings were planted to inspire students towards environmental conservation. An awareness rally on environmental protection was held. Faculty members of Krishna College including Sanyasi Rao, Rajasekhar Reddy, Muralikrishna, Sushma, Padmavati, Deepa Soujanya, Kalavati, and Balamurali participated in the event. Marking the WED, a plantation drive was organised in the premises of the Government Chest Hospital under the joint aegis of the Bharatiya Janata Party medical wing, GVMC, and Sri Gayatri Welfare Cultural Youth Academy. About 1,500 saplings were planted on the occasion in the presence of R Sunil Kumar, Chief Medical Superintendent, Government Chest Hospital, Rupakula Visalakshi Charitable Trust chairman Rupakula Ravikumar, project director, GVMC UNICEF division N Srinivasa Rajamani, among others.
Globe and Mail
07-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
SLB OneSubsea features in UNESCO World Engineering Day 2025 campaign
SLB OneSubsea, as a leader in subsea technology, has been selected as an official partner for UNESCO World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development (WED) 2025, which was launched at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on 4 March 2025. London, UK - 7th Apr, 2025 - An International Day proclaimed by UNESCO General Conference and open to everyone, WED is jointly operated by UNESCO and the World Federation for Engineering Organisations (WFEO), which spans some 100 countries and represents more than 30 million engineers. The launch in Paris marks the start of a year-long campaign of events, films and related articles and news, highlighting the achievements of engineers and engineering around the world, and promoting engineering as a career. Produced by the SJH Group – the official media partner and broadcaster for WED – all campaign content, which includes a multimedia hub dedicated to SLB OneSubsea, is hosted on the WED website at As an official partner, SLB OneSubsea's insights and expertise will form an integral part of the 12-month campaign, which provides a springboard for governments, UN-associated organisations, policymakers, educators and leaders in the public and private sectors to raise awareness of the importance of engineering. The WED campaign has an estimated global reach of more than 100 million individuals, and this year's theme of 'Shaping our sustainable future through engineering' focuses on the essential role that engineering has to play in achieving the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Addressing the significance of WED, Mustafa Shehu, President of the WFEO, says: 'World Engineering Day 2025 is all about putting engineering in the global spotlight, showing how engineers are leading the way in the effort to meet the UN's Sustainable Development Goal targets, and inspiring the next generation to find out more about what a career in engineering has to offer.' Jacques de Mereuil, Executive Director of the WFEO, says: 'We're thrilled to be involved in launching this important international celebration and campaign at UNESCO's global headquarters in Paris, and delighted to have SLB OneSubsea involved, as an authority in subsea technology.' To view SLB OneSubsea's WED content, go to Notes to editor: The WED 2025 launch, campaign and related content went live on 4 March 2025 at For further information about WED 2025, please email publishing@ For further information about SLB OneSubsea, please email media@ Media Contact Company Name: St James's House Contact Person: Media Relations Email: Send Email Country: United Kingdom Website:
Associated Press
04-04-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Autostrade joins UNESCO World Engineering Day 2025 campaign
Autostrade, as a leader in sustainable motorway management, has been selected as an official partner for UNESCO World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development (WED) 2025, which was launched at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on 4 March 2025. London, UK - 4th Apr, 2025 - WED is jointly operated by UNESCO and the World Federation for Engineering Organizations (WFEO), which spans some 100 countries and represents more than 30 million engineers. It is an International Day proclaimed by the UNESCO General Conference and open to everyone. The launch in March marks the start of a year-long campaign of events, films, and related articles and news, highlighting the achievements of engineers and engineering around the world, and promoting engineering as a career. Produced by the SJH Group – the official media partner and broadcaster for WED – all campaign content, which includes a multimedia hub dedicated to Autostrade, is hosted on the WED website at As an official partner, Autostrade's insights and expertise will form an integral part of the 12-month campaign, which provides a springboard for governments, UN-associated organisations, policymakers, educators, and leaders in the public and private sectors to raise awareness of the importance of engineering. The WED campaign has an estimated global reach of more than 100 million individuals, and this year's theme, 'Shaping our sustainable future through engineering,' focuses on the essential role that engineering has to play in achieving the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Concetta Testa, Head of Sustainability at Autostrade per l'Italia, says: 'In 2024, the centenary of the A8, the world's first motorway, was celebrated, along with the sixtieth anniversary of Italy's greatest infrastructure project, the A1. This 800-kilometer artery was built in just eight years, symbolizing the connection between the north and south of the country. On the day of its inauguration, it featured 113 bridges and viaducts, 572 overpasses, and 38 tunnels, requiring the excavation of nearly 54 million cubic meters of material. Over the decades, road transport has further strengthened its central role. In Italy, both passenger and freight transport primarily rely on road networks, with figures fluctuating between 80% and 90%. Mobility has transformed significantly over the years, and the Autostrade per l'Italia Group has set as its strategic priorities making it safer, more digitalized, more decarbonized, more inclusive, and therefore more sustainable. With this vision, Autostrade per l'Italia promotes a sustainable business approach, where engineering plays a key role to achieve success. For this reason, sustainable engineering is integrated into the value chain of Autostrade per l'Italia, with innovative solutions in both the Italian and European context. These solutions are applied to monitor, manage, maintain, and build motorway infrastructure.' Addressing the significance of WED, Mustafa Shehu, President of the WFEO, says: 'World Engineering Day 2025 is all about putting engineering in the global spotlight, showing how engineers are leading the way in the effort to meet the UN's Sustainable Development Goal targets, and inspiring the next generation to find out more about what a career in engineering has to offer.' Jacques de Mereuil, Executive Director of the WFEO, adds: 'We're thrilled to be involved in launching this important international celebration and campaign at UNESCO's global headquarters in Paris, and delighted to have Autostrade involved, as an authority in sustainable motorway management.' To view Autostrade's WED content, visit: The WED 2025 launch, campaign, and related content went live on 4 March 2025 at Media Contact
Globe and Mail
04-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Pandrol supports UNESCO World Engineering Day 2025 campaign
Pandrol, as a leading brand in the rail infrastructure sector, has been selected as an official partner for UNESCO World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development (WED) 2025, which was launched at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on 4 March 2025. London, UK - Apr 4, 2025 - WED is jointly operated by UNESCO and the World Federation for Engineering Organizations (WFEO), which spans some 100 countries and represents more than 30 million engineers. It is an International Day proclaimed by the UNESCO General Conference and open to everyone. The launch in March marks the start of a year-long campaign of events, films and related articles and news, highlighting the achievements of engineers and engineering around the world, and promoting engineering as a career. Produced by the SJH Group – the official media partner and broadcaster for WED – all campaign content, which includes a multimedia hub dedicated to Pandrol, is hosted on the WED website at As an official partner, Pandrol's insights and expertise will form an integral part of the 12-month campaign, which provides a springboard for governments, UN-associated organisations, policymakers, educators and leaders in the public and private sectors to raise awareness of the importance of engineering. The WED campaign has an estimated global reach of more than 100 million individuals, and this year's theme of 'Shaping our sustainable future through engineering' focuses on the essential role that engineering has to play in achieving the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Frederique Coeuille, CTO of Pandrol, says: 'We are honoured to be an official partner for UNESCO World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development 2025. At Pandrol, we believe that engineering is at the heart of sustainable development. This partnership allows us to showcase our commitment to innovation and sustainability in rail infrastructure and to inspire the next generation of engineers to contribute to a better future.' Addressing the significance of WED, Mustafa Shehu, President of the WFEO, says: 'World Engineering Day 2025 is all about putting engineering in the global spotlight, showing how engineers are leading the way in the effort to meet the UN's Sustainable Development Goal targets and inspiring the next generation to find out more about what a career in engineering has to offer.' Jacques de Mereuil, Executive Director of the WFEO, says: 'We're thrilled to be involved in launching this important international celebration and campaign at UNESCO's global headquarters in Paris and delighted to have Pandrol involved, as an authority in rail infrastructure.' To view Pandrol's WED content, go to Notes to editor: The WED 2025 launch, campaign and related content will go live from 4 March 2025 at For further information about WED 2025 please email publishing@ For further information about Pandrol, please email Media Contact Company Name: St James's House Contact Person: Media Relations Email: Send Email Country: United Kingdom Website:
