500 Individuals From 20 Organisations Recognised For Keeping Malta Clean

Oct 8 2023

Project Green and Saving our Blue recognised the efforts of more than 500 individuals from 20 organisations who participated in this summer’s Islands Clean-Up campaign.

Representatives of these volunteers, including government entities, NGOs, private companies and other organisations, received certificates of award to acknowledge their green contributions during an awards ceremony hosted by the Ministry for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise.

The volunteers joined forces in more than ten clean-up events at beaches and valleys in Malta and Gozo, such as Ġnejna Bay, Sewda Valley, Dwejra Lines, Marsalforn Valley, Speranza Valley, Qoton Valley and Mistra Valley.

Project Green and Saving Our Blue Campaign spearheaded this initiative, collecting more than 2,000 tonnes of waste from valleys and beach clean-ups. Most of this waste consisted of illegally discarded materials, highlighting the pressing need for increased awareness about littering and preserving our local environment. Project Green has committed to planting two trees for every tonne of waste collected. Through this initiative, the Agency will be planting 4,000 trees in different localities in the coming months.

During the award ceremony, the Minister for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise Miriam Dalli commended the volunteers for their commitment to a cleaner environment and encouraged them to continue sharing this positive message within their communities.

Steve Ellul, CEO of Project Green, expressed his gratitude for the precious time allocated by all these volunteers towards a greener and cleaner Malta.

While Saving Our Blue campaign helps to coordinate beach clean-ups as part of the Islands Clean-Up initiative, it also raises awareness on ways to minimise single-use plastic waste, while endorsing sustainable alternatives. Through this effort, this campaign is helping to protect our seas by reducing avoidable waste.

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Conrad Borg Manché Resigns From The Labour Party

Oct 8 2023

In a Facebook post, Conrad Borg Manché, announced his resignation from the Labour Party. He revealed that this decision had weighed heavily on him for months, marking it as one of the most challenging choices he has ever made.

The Facebook post, which he shared with his followers, not only serves as a declaration of his departure but also as an invitation for transparency and understanding. Borg Manché stated that he would soon publish the letter of resignation to ensure that everyone knows the reasons behind his choice, emphasising his intention to prevent speculation and misinformation.

The resignation letter, it seems, outlines the various factors that led him to take this step. Borg Manché shared that he had not received any immediate reactions from the administration, despite their acknowledgment of the letter’s receipt. In his words, he is “honestly convinced” that the party’s leadership has viewed him as an outsider because of his tendency to voice dissenting opinions.

Throughout his Facebook post, Borg Manché reveals his disappointment and frustration with the way he has been treated within the party. He expressed his belief that the administration might have expected his resignation, given their actions leading up to this moment. His decision, he noted, was based on factual events and not on mere speculation.

Borg Manché expressed regret that it had come to this point. He felt compelled to take this decision, not because he was pushed aside, but due to the relentless pressure and challenges he faced from within the party. He acknowledged that everyone has their limits, and he had reached his breaking point.

The Facebook post also serves as a message to his genuine supporters and colleagues within the PL. He expressed his empathy for those who may feel betrayed by his resignation but urged them to seek the truth and base their opinions on facts. He encouraged them to make informed decisions for the benefit of both the party and the country.

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80,000 People Visited Valletta For Notte Bianca 2023

Oct 8 2023

The enchanting city of Valletta came alive once again as the annual Notte Bianca festival lit up yesterday night.

This eagerly awaited event, celebrated for its fusion of established and emerging artistic talents across various mediums, proved to be a resounding success, drawing thousands of enthusiastic attendees from near and far.

As the sun set over the historic streets of Valletta, a tapestry of creativity, culture, and community unfolded, showcasing Malta’s remarkable talent in curating artistic excellence.

Notte Bianca has become a beloved tradition for locals and visitors alike, transforming the Maltese capital into a vibrant hub of artistic expression. With seven diverse routes to explore and over 60 captivating events to choose from, this year’s edition had an array of activities to cater to all tastes and interests. From visual arts and music to theatre, dance, and gastronomy, there was something to captivate everyone’s imagination.

Throughout the night, the streets of Valletta were adorned with colourful lights, creating a picturesque backdrop for the festivities. Street performers and buskers added to the lively atmosphere, ensuring that there was never a dull moment.

As the lights dimmed on Valletta, attendees departed with hearts full of inspiration, eagerly awaiting the next edition of this magical night – Notte Bianca 2024.

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Cyrus Engerer Appointed EP’s Lead Negotiation On Law Fighting Greenwashing

Oct 8 2023

MEP Cyrus Engerer has been entrusted by the Environment Committee of the European Parliament to lead negotiations on a legislative act which will introduce a robust system to verify voluntary Green Claims made by companies on the European market.

In comments provided following his appointment MEP Engerer stated that he is grateful for the opportunity to lead the work on this important piece of legislation in the European Parliament which will seek to fight Greenwashing across Europe. Engerer said that in the face of the Greenwashing phenomena we need to ensure that consumers are provided with all the tools necessary to make informed decisions about their purchases and that genuine companies also have the tools to differentiate themselves form free riders. He further explained that his work on this legislative act will focus on establishing ambitious EU rules which will remove misleading claims from the market and ensure that companies provide substantiated evidence behind their environmental claims.

MEP Engerer is expected to present his Report on this legislative act in the coming days and negotiations with the rest of the political groups in the European Parliament are set to start in the weeks to come.

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