For another consecutive year, the Energy and Water Agency is proud to be once again part of the Malta Book Festival organised by National Book Council, which is proud to play a part in promoting sustainable practices at the Malta Book Festival 2024. The Malta Book Festival is taking place at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta’ Qali from November 6-10. Thanks to the support and collaboration of key partners, the Festival will feature a range of eco-conscious initiatives aimed at fostering sustainability and environmental awareness.
Under the theme ‘Tomorrow Starts with a Vision’, the Malta Book Festival is taking active measures to reduce its environmental footprint. These include cutting down on printed materials, reusing and recycling resources, and working towards the long-term goal of a plastic-free event. From the design of the venue to the activities planned, every effort is being made to encourage festival-goers to embrace more sustainable habits.
“The overarching theme of the Malta Book Festival is #bindingworlds, so it only makes sense for us to advocate for the wellbeing of the world we’re currently on,” Festival Director Simona Cassano quipped, before elaborating on the importance of forging connections with such important stakeholders. “At the forefront of this green initiative is a collaboration with various partners who are helping to shape the Festival’s vision,” Cassano added.
The Energy and Water Agency (EWA) , is also playing a pivotal role, using its returning presence at the Malta Book Festival to educate young readers about the importance of conserving energy and water. With support from its water conservation advocacy arm Għajn, EWA will sponsor Is-Sala tal-Qarreja, hosting reading sessions that creatively combine storytelling with environmental education. These sessions, featuring tales such as Osbert and Friends and Il-Kavallier Għatxan, are designed to engage children in learning about biodiversity, water conservation, and Malta’s historical water supply systems.
The Malta Book Festival is committed to sustainable printing practices, and will be using environmentally friendly materials as much as possible, but also reducing the ecological impact of printing by reusing existing signage, materials and exhibit structures, thus further reinforcing the Festival’s message of environmental stewardship.
The Malta Book Festival will be taking place at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre (MFCC), Ta’ Qali from Wednesday 6 to Sunday 10 November.
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