'The Green Festival' at Spinneys: Students and Environmental NGOs Plant Seeds of Hope for a Sustainable Future
The festival offered an engaging and educational atmosphere, serving as an open space for students and NGO representatives to exchange ideas and experiences. A series of awareness activities introduced essential concepts such as sustainability, recycling, and waste management. Students had the chance to interact directly with environmental experts and learn about reusing containers, paper recycling, transforming e-waste into useful tools, and planting in recycled containers.
On the occasion, Ralf El Kahe, Chief Marketing Officer at Spinneys, stated:
'With every new edition of this festival, we become more convinced that engaging students in such initiatives is the most effective way to embed sustainability values in our communities. We remain committed to supporting environmental efforts that foster positive change for individuals and society alike, while helping Lebanon align with the eco-friendly practices of leading countries.'
The festival concluded with the distribution of symbolic eco-friendly souvenirs, allowing students to take home a meaningful experience filled with practical knowledge and sustainable habits they can implement and share within their families and communities. The participation of environmental NGOs played a key role in the success of the event by delivering informative and hands-on content that made environmental awareness both accessible and interactive.
'The Green Festival' is part of Spinneys' ongoing environmental initiatives launched years ago to encourage eco-consciousness among individuals and institutions. Spinneys has been a pioneer in this field, adopting sustainable solutions such as replacing plastic bags, using biodegradable shopping carts and baskets, and printing reusable promotional materials. Through such efforts, Spinneys continues to reinforce its leadership in supporting both the environment and society, with a clear vision of building a greener future for generations to come.
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