Oman- ESO organises annual Eco Summer Program

Date

8/29/2016 5:25:40 AM

(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat-

The Environment Society of Oman (ESO), hosted its annual Eco Summer Program in partnership with Petroleum Development Oman for the third year in a row. The programme was held as part of an awareness drive to boost sustainability.

Held at the PDO Eco Oman Centre, the programme saw 26 students participate in a series of workshops that highlighted the importance of biodiversity and renewable activities.

A press release stated that the workshops provided students with a first-hand look into the massive benefits of sustainable living, eco-friendly arts and crafts, in addition to events aimed at increasing their knowledge of Oman's environment.

The themes included, 'Painting Oman's Biodiversity', 'Introduction to the World of Microorganisms', 'Repurposing Cardboard into Art', 'Environmental Photography' and 'Photoshop and Biodiversity Research'.

Suaad al Harthi, programme director at ESO said, 'In order to build a more sustainable future and preserve the natural wonders of Oman for generations to come, it is imperative that we engage the youth of today to provide them with the tools and know-how to be the leaders of tomorrow. Previous editions of the Eco Summer Program received positive feedback from parents and this year's programme has taken them into account to design an itinerary that will help these students have an even greater impact on their communities.'

She added, 'I would like to thank everyone who made the event possible, especially our partners PDO, Oman Botanic Garden, Oman Animal and Plant Genetic Resources Centre and artist Moosa al Lawati.'

ESO's Eco Summer was supported by PDO under the umbrella of a wider educational programme aimed at raising environmental awareness in schools across wilayats in the sultanate. The themes of the educational initiative change every semester and range from water and energy conservation, biodiversity, carbon footprint and green schools.

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