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Experts Set The Regional Environmental Agenda At LG Greenomics Conference 2009
Published Sep 24, 2009
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The challenge of addressing sustainable practises in business is being tabled at a conference being held in Dubai on 3rd October by LG Electronics (LG), a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics.
LG will be joined by the UAE Ministry of Environment and Water (MoEW), the United Nations University International Network on Water, Environment and Health (UNU - INWEH) and a panel of business and environmental experts for the second annual 'Life's Green' conference discussing the theme of "Greenomics", how sustainable practises in business can actually benefit the bottom line.
Under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Rashid Ahmad Bin Fahad, UAE Minister for Environment and Water, the one day event will provide an interactive forum in which speakers and guests alike can discuss best practice models in light of current global environmental challenges.
"Environmental awareness should play a key role in all industries and institutions that are looking towards more long term development and growth," said Mr Ki Wan Kim, CEO of LG Electronics Middle East & Africa Company.
"Sustainability is a driving influence in our product development, but at LG we also realise the importance of constructive conversation across the broader industry. Next month's Life's Green Conference provides a forum for the region's business and environmental community to focus on issues that are specifically relevant to the local population and supports practical advancements in environment and sustainability at home and in the workplace".
The high profile summit is designed to review global and regional environmental trends and discuss how they can be applied to local sustainable business and economic models while showcasing best global and local practices.
Government agencies, international and regional private sector companies, environment experts and regional media will have the opportunity to voice their concerns and recommendations on environmental policies through a series of workshops, in addition to keynote speeches.
"Keynote speakers have been invited to speak based on their experience and expertise in relevant fields," added Hamad Malik, Regional Director Marketing and Corporate Communications, LG Electronics Middle East and Africa.
"The audience will hear from HE Dr. Rashid Ahmad Bin Fahad, UNU-INWEH Director Mr Zafar Adeel and LG's R&D head Mr IK Yoo and LG's solar energy business head Mr K.S Cho, speaking on topics of UAE green economy initiatives, ecological innovation and investing in ecoefficiency.
"Panels are also set up to lead discussions on clean and efficient eco technologies and renewable energy, focusing on how these initiatives can shape environmentally conscious business models".
The summit will conclude with the creation and signing of a "Green Life Protocol," an environmental guideline agreed upon by the UAE Ministry of Environment and Water, LG Electronics and UNU-INWEH.
The LG Greenomics Conference 2009 is being held on October 3, 2009 at the Cultural & Scientific Association, Al Mamzar, Dubai, from 8:30 am - 6:30 pm and attendance is free.
Anyone wishing to attend the event can register by phone, fax or e-mail at the details provided below.
Name tags will be available for collection on the day at the arrival reception.
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