The first-ever Malta Sustainability Forum came to a successful close yesterday, following a day of talks and panel discussions by thought-leaders and change-makers within the sustainability sphere. It culminated in the signing of a manifesto for change, with participants pledging to reduce their meat intake, reduce their plastic use, and reduce their reliance on private car usage.
Organised by APS Bank in partnership with Cool, GasanMamo, GO and PwC, the forum featured numerous leading local and international speakers on the topic of sustainability. Targeting both consumers and corporations, the forum’s main objectives was to raise awareness on the topic of sustainability and to empower the ‘thinking citizen’ to make conscious decisions towards a sustainable life.
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In his welcome address, Marcel Cassar, APS Bank CEO, said: “Business is key to social and economic development. However, our environment and well-being shouldn’t suffer as a result. What’s the purpose of education, research, truth, and wisdom, if we are unable to address the most important question there...
