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In association with the Eco Products International Fair in Taipei this month (13-15 March) the Asian Productivity Organisation (APO) is holding its International Conference which distinguishes itself as an event that uniquely combines Productivity, Sustainability, and Inclusive Development in the Asia-Pacific region. With the theme:  “Harnessing Sustainability, Empowering the Future Generation”, the three strands focus on key areas in green energy, behaviour changes, and smart and  green city. Ken Hickson will be there and speaking on “Sustainable Cities Go Beyond Green to Blue”. Read More

Each year, the Conference promotes a wide and diverse green productivity initiative to strengthen SME competitiveness, innovation-led growth and entrepreneurship development. Various productivity practitioners will present their green supply practices and value-added technology to facilitate knowledge and technology flow among APO economies.

The theme for this year’s conference is “Harnessing Sustainability, Empowering the Future Generation.” Our three strands focus on key areas in green energy, behavior changes, and smart & green city. Many focus on how sustainability has changed the landscape of policies, technologies and businesses.

Energy

Traditional energies had provided the backdrop for the last century’s industrial rapid growth. We question: will they be able to sustain us for another century? In this conference, we will address this topic through policy, technology and market place.

Consumerism

Increasingly, through the development of Internet, information and knowledge are within reach. Consumers are making smarter choices and casting their votes with their wallet, not just for themselves, but for environment as well. How will this impact product designs, industries and governmental policies and propel us into a sustainable future?

Cities

By estimation, within decades, nearly 75% of the World’s population will reside in cities. The challenges of climate change and diminishing resources that cities face also become the chief motivators for innovation in technology and applications. The potential for sustainable cities is endless.

Source:www.epif2014.com/en_US/forum/dynamicTab.html?activityID=17B70D4029687368C993EB1BFCD9D1FF&functionID=5705#