The British Embassy seeks to

Not using paper cups in reception area, using recycled paper in the office, installing motion-sensing system to turn on and off lights in automatic offices are some initiatives that are designed to green the British embassy. At Hanoi.

Recently, the British Embassy staff participated in the Green Office program training - activities within the framework of the Green Office program being applied by this agency. The training was attended and supported by Mr. Mark Kent - UK Ambassador to Vietnam.

The training content includes providing environmental knowledge related to the Green Office program (climate change and ecological footprint); An overview of the Green Office Program; The reality of the current environmental protection program of the office; WWF's proposed solutions.

The British Embassy staff discussed issues about the Green Office.(Photo: WWF)

Alternating in these sections is the discussion of the staff to create an environmental program that best suits the conditions of the office. Many comments were made to green the Embassy's workplace, such as not using paper cups in the reception area, organizing cycling days during the week to encourage the use of bicycles instead of used vehicles. other fuels, using recycled paper in the office, installing motion-sensing systems to turn on and off lights in automatic offices .

Previously, Toyota Vietnam Automobile Company (TMV) is cooperating with the International Fund for Nature Protection (WWF) to participate in implementing the Green Office model and has completed 5 out of 8 steps to prepare for certification. only about office environment protection model.

The Green Office Program is a simple and easy-to-implement environmental management system for offices developed by WWF Finland since 1997. This model is suitable for small and large offices including the region. private and public. The program was conducted in Vietnam since 2007.