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‘Adopt A Tree’ from Schneider Electric encourages Vocantional High Schools to Promote Green School Environment
Schneider Electric initiated the 'Adopt A Tree' program, which is targeted at vocational high schools to promote a green school environment. This program is part of the company's sustainability initiative through the VolunteerIn program that aims to provide a forum for employees to take action to contribute to society. The launch of the ‘Adopt a Tree’ program was marked by the planting of tree seedlings at SMK Negeri 15, Bekasi City. Ratri Wuryandari (Head of CSR, Schneider Electric for East Asia & Japan) on Friday (21/1) said that “the Adopt a Tree program will further increase the variety of social activities for our employees, strengthening their motivation and commitment to become responsible citizens in realizing sustainability for all.” Schneider Electric's sustainability initiative has, since 2005, been widely recognized by ESG rating agencies.
Danone-AQUA and H&M Launch Second Collection of Children's Clothing from Plastic Bottles
Danone-AQUA together with H&M launched the second collection of children's clothing made from recycled plastic bottles, known as Bottle2Fashion. During the launching and presentation of Bottle2Fashion Tuesday (19/1), Jefri Ricardo (Packaging Sustainable Ssenior Manager of Danone-AQUA) stated that this initiative was created as a solution to the plastic pollution problem in Indonesia. "Bottle2Fashion is an interesting solution and can be an inspiration," Jefri stated. Unlike the previous collections that were issued for small children, this collection is aimed at older children. “The previous collection was largely intended for small girls and boys or small children and those who are still basic. However, this time we do have a different design and this is for children aged 9 to 14 years," added Karina Soegarda (Communications Manager at H&M Indonesia).