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Ethiopian environmental protection agency makes contacts in Umeå
The Ethiopian Environmental Protection Agency recently visited Stockholm and Umeå through a multi-million project, which Sustainable Sweden and the Ethiopian government have just started. The pilot project aims to improve the Ethiopian environmental work, and to create Eco-municipalities in Ethiopia. These improvements would expect to lead to both a more sustainable Ethiopian society, and a source of income for the country, in terms of increased eco-tourism to Ethiopia.
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Ultras green travel provides an energy smarter Umeå
On Monday 13th June, Ultra Bus will begin for the summer. Passengers will be greeted by a new operator, a new timetable and new buses with an Umeå inspired design. The new buses are an important step to Ultras green journey for a good urban environment and sustainable travel.- We are starting with the best summer timetable ever, on the same day as a large amount of vehicles are being replaced, can it get better? Says a satisfied Harriet Söder, CEO Länstrafiken in Västerbotten.
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Come and be inspired by circular economy in Denmark
Umeå municipality is currently conducting a feasibility study on circular economy. A study trip to Denmark on the 22 – 23 August is being organised for inspiration. There are only a few places left, don’t miss out and sign up this week!
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BIOCOOLS CEO invited to the UN Office for Project Services
Earlier this week, BioCools CEO, Maria Forssell, was invited to give a presentation to the UN agency, United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in Stockholm. BioCool SafeWater, developed by BioCool, is a pill that eliminates harmful microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses and parasites from drinking water. The microorganisms are killed in a safe and environmentally friendly way to mimic the body’s way of defending itself.