The Green Conference
Project ID: IYC/SL/2013/11
Project Description
The IYC Green Conference, spanning two days from August 23rd to 25th, 2013, offered a range of engaging sessions and one particularly exciting session named "The Hive Innovations Think Tank". This session brought together participants, professionals, government officials, and entrepreneurs to foster collaboration and idea-sharing. The primary focus of "The Hive Innovations Think Tank" was to establish a new benchmark for the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) concept, which considered economic, social, and environmental aspects as equally important in making business decisions. The discussions revolved around the potential of TBL to drive innovation and create positive change. One of the highlights of this session was providing participants with an opportunity to showcase their knowledge acquired from other conference sessions. They were able to collaborate with all participants to develop a proposal for a practical action project. The aim was to ensure tangible results from these sessions, all while operating within a sustainable framework. Overall, this conference exemplified an amazing collective effort directed towards creating a better future.
Duration
Start date : 23.08.2013
Completed Date : 25.08.2013
Location(s)
MIMT, Thulhiriya, Sri Lanka
IYC Focal Area(s)
Education for Better Future
Protecting the Environment
Creating Sustainable Societies
Leadership of the Project
IYC Sri Lanka
Strategic Partnerships
IDEAS, USA
Ministry of Environment and Renewable Energy, Sri Lanka
SDG Number
13
Strategic Goals:
Provide exceptional value to taxpayers, consumers, and sponsors by making effective use of natural resources and innovating with sustainable materials.
Any waste should be reduced, reused, or recycled.
Improve the adaptability of our network and operations to future climate change.
Sustainably manage our land, increasing its ecological diversity as well as its economic and social value.
Prevent pollution and other negative effects on land, air, and water.
Fast Facts:
Challenges
Encouraged participants to think differently and see problems as opportunities for solutions.
Discussed the triple bottom line (economic, social, and environmental aspects) and emphasized its importance in decision-making and innovation.
Inspired long-lasting growth and success among youth worldwide.
Solutions
Fostered innovative problem-solving by bringing together diverse minds and encouraging collaboration across different areas of expertise.
Developed personalized action plans that were specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of each community, while still having a broader impact on the world.
Empowered young people and promoted intergenerational collaboration, recognizing the importance of their perspectives and involvement in environmental action.
Benefits and Impact
Created the space to connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas, fostering meaningful relationships.
Participants were given the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge to create tangible change in their communities.
Empowered young people worldwide, giving them a platform to contribute and make a meaningful difference in their communities.
