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EPTA IS ACTIVE IN THE PHILIPPINES AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
Epta is contributing to an important project in the Philippines to combat climate change . With its Iarp and Bonnet Névé brands , the Group is participating in the " Global Partnership for Improving the Food Cold Chain in the Philippines " project . Through the official Cold Chain Innovation Hub ( CCI-Hub ) platform , Epta is contributing to create a unique ecosystem where industry experts work to converge resources and technical knowledge . Additional goals of the project are training and the sharing of know-how , which are essential for promoting the use of natural refrigerants in the Philippines .
A more conscious cold chain
About two years ago , in keeping with the commitment made to the other partners and in collaboration with TESDA ( The Philippines ' Technical Education and Skills Development Authority ), the Cold Chain Innovation Hub started with several objectives . Among them was constant training , which began with online seminars set up to inform about non-polluting refrigerants , which soon evolved into fully-fledged structured courses . Glee by Iarp and Onwave by Bonnet Névé : eco-friendly vertical display refrigerators for CCI-Hub
During the Technology Week , several key players in the Food Cold Chain , including Epta , presented some of the most cutting-edge systems in sustainable refrigeration to local experts .
These technologies will soon converge in a physical hub set up by TESDA and to which Epta donated two efficient and eco-friendly vertical display refrigerators : the Glee and Onwave plug-ins , branded Iarp and Bonnet Névé , respectively .
The project for sustainable innovation
Now , with all the right tools at hand , an effective action plan needs to be developed .
The " Global Partnership for Improving the Food Cold Chain in the Philippines " project has three levels :
The first , which involves the development of policies and regulations on the use of low-emission and energy-efficient technologies in the food cold chain .
The second , which focuses on raising awareness and training in the use of high-performance , green and safe alternatives within the Food Cold Chain .
The third , which is focused on technological innovation and the creation of partnerships with strategic stakeholders .
And Epta is among them .
The Group proves once again that being in the forefront of defending the planet means being fully aware of this : in addition to having common goals , mutual support is also needed .
HOME FACTORY OUTLETS CELEBRATES ITS 7TH ANNIVERSARY
Home Factory Outlets ( HFO ), the country ’ s first Outlet Center dedicated to home furniture celebrated its 7th Anniversary with the launch of their Anniversaya Celebration last October 2022 . Gracing the occasion were the various executives of the BLIMS Lifestyle Group , various members of the Abalos family representing congress and the local government of Mandaluyong and key partners from Home Suite , Home Credit and others .
Since 2015 , Home Factory Outlets has been known as the haven of home & office furniture like sofas , dining tables , beds , mattresses , cabinets , coffee tables , office chairs and many more at factory outlet prices daily . It has become the ideal shopping destination of shoppers who are seeking to furnish their homes and offices at the most affordable price .
Home Factory Outlets main branch is located at Williams St Mandaluyong City . This location also houses a BLIMS Fine Furniture Outlet Store , an ELBA Outlet Store , The Famous Brand Outlet Store ( Dowell , Tefal Appliances , Thermos , etc ). A second location is in the Lower Ground Floor of Ayala Malls Fairview Terraces that caters to the Quezon City and Bulacan market . For more information , you can visit their website at www . Hfoutlets . com .
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