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Epson transitions to 100 % renewable electricity at all group sites worldwide
Seiko Epson Corporation is pleased to announce that , as of December 2023 , all electricity used at Epson Group sites around the globe is from renewable sources . This makes Epson the first in the domestic manufacturing industry to complete the transition to renewable electricity at all its sites worldwide , including Japan .
The Epson Group consumes approximately 876 GWh of electricity per year . By sourcing renewables to cover this demand , Epson expects to reduce its annual carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 400,000 tonnes .
Epson publicly committed to becoming carbon negative and underground resource
free in its Environmental Vision 2050 . The use of renewable electricity is a key means by which Epson seeks to reach its goal of achieving decarbonisation . In line with this , Epson declared , in March 2021 , that it would switch to 100 % renewable electricity to meet the electricity needs at all Epson Group sites around the world by 2023 . In November 2021 , the switch was completed in Japan . The global switch to renewable electricity was completed on schedule in December 2023 . In addition to sourcing renewable electricity , Epson will promote the broader adoption of renewable energy , including by generating more of its own power and by supporting the development of new power sources through co-creation .
Epson will reduce the amount of energy associated with production and products and will pursue further advances in resource circulation to attain the goal of becoming carbon negative .
UAE and Saudi Arabia launch trailblazing career programme to welcome global talent
Vanguard MENA , a leading private equity firm in the Middle
East , has introduced the Gulf Career Programme following the Global Labour Market Conference 2023 in Riyadh , Saudi Arabia . During the conference , Saudi Minister of Tourism , Ahmed Al Khateeb , highlighted the Kingdom ’ s commitment to creating 250,000 employment opportunities for Expo 2030 and an additional one million jobs by that year .
The Gulf Career Programme , recognised by Vanguard MENA ’ s Managing Partner , Jassim Al-Thani , as a key driver of regional growth , focuses on the dynamic economies of the UAE and Saudi Arabia . Operating globally across 56 countries with a target of 100,000 participants , the programme aims to foster international career growth and attract talent to the vibrant Gulf region . Aligned with Saudi Arabia ’ s Vision 2030 and the UAE Economic Vision 2030 , it underscores Vanguard MENA ’ s dedication to driving innovation and progress .
Backed by a substantial US $ 10 million fund , earmarked for its development , the Gulf Career Programme will support localised training initiatives , provide financial aid to selected regions and reinforce its commitment to empowering the entire region . Participants will not only gain opportunities for viable employment
but also have access to e-training platforms , global career seminars and career mentorship .
Launching registration in stages , the programme will progressively debut across diverse regions on www . gulfcareerprogram . com . This roll-out encompasses North and South America , Europe , Africa , Asia and The Caribbean , featuring tailored seminars and interviews . Serving as a vital link connecting global talent with opportunities in the GCC region , the initiative capitalises on the unique strengths of Saudi Arabia and the UAE . x
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