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SWAP Project Final Event: Strong Partnerships and Achievements
Our project, which aimed to address the challenges of solid waste management in Southeast Asian countries and build capacity in the sector, officially concluded in early January. The project's success was commemorated during a highly productive final management board meeting hosted by CMU University in beautiful Chiang Mai.
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The SWAP-Contest “Creative Ideas for Waste Management” winners in Chiang Mai
We are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of our SWAP competition in the picturesque city of Chiang Mai. This event brought together students from various educational institutions, both online and in presence, they are showcasing their innovative ideas for waste management through compelling video presentations.
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Sardinia 2023 International Symposium on Waste Management and Sustainable Landfilling
At the Sardinia 2023 International Symposium on Waste Management, the SWAP project partners presented their EU-funded initiative to improve waste management in Southeast Asian countries. The symposium discussed the region's waste management challenges, highlighted the potential of the EU's waste management model, and emphasized the importance of international cooperation and inclusive partnerships involving government, the public, and the private sector. This project represents a significant step towards a cleaner and more sustainable future in these regions.
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ERASMUS+ Cluster Meeting & Dissemination of Projects
The ERASMUS+ Cluster Meeting in Bangkok on October 2nd and 3rd, 2023, was a crucial event for the SWAP project, which focuses on sustainable waste management and vocational training in Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia. The event featured presentations and live exhibitions, emphasizing the project's commitment to addressing waste management challenges in the region. It marked a significant milestone in the pursuit of sustainability in waste management and education, with SWAP at the forefront.
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In Loving Memory of Our Beloved Team Member, Miss Mathurot Chaiharn
With heavy hearts, we share the sad news of the passing of our dedicated team member, Miss Mathurot Chaiharn. Her unwavering commitment, attention to detail, and kind spirit enriched our project and will forever be remembered.
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Inauguration of Training Hub for Sustainable Solid Waste Management and Policies
The University of Heng Samrin Thbongkhmum hosted a two-day workshop on June 26-27, 2023, in Tbong Khmum Province to mark the inauguration of their Training Hub for Sustainable Solid Waste Management and Policies (SWAP). The event aimed to enhance understanding of the SWAP project, gather stakeholder input for a solid waste management business plan, and officially launch the training hub.
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Consortium Meeting in Thailand
The Consortium Summit held in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from June 20th to June 23rd, 2023, united project partners and stakeholders with the shared goal of advancing sustainable waste management and education in Southeast Asia.
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Girl’s Day 23
The Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) welcomed more than 160 schoolgirls to the Girls' Day. For one day, students between the ages of 12 to 14 can experience the field of science and engineering. Prof. Kerstin Kuchta welcomed the girls and presented the SWAP Project.
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Consortium Meeting and Workshops in Hamburg
From the12th to the 14th of December 2022, the Consortium Meeting of SWAP took place in Hamburg.
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A Seminar on “Municipality Solid Waste Management in Cambodia (MSWM)
The Faculty of Forestry Science of the Royal University of Agriculture (RUA) and the Environmental Education and Recycling Organization (COMPOSTED) co-organized a one-day dissemination seminar on “Municipality Solid Waste Management in Cambodia (MSWM)” .
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