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Green Seminar and Net Zero Festival at Department of Geography and Environment Organized by DAEJAYON, South Korea
In a thoughtful alliance, the Environment Club from the Department of Geography and Environment, University of Dhaka joined forces with DAEJAYON, a leading South Korean organization dedicated to promoting a green environment. Together, they organized the intriguing two-day Net Zero Festival, which took place at the University of Dhaka's Kazi Motahar Hossain Bhaban on January 28 and 29.
The festival showcased a diverse array of events aimed at fostering sustainable practices and environmental consciousness. From engaging in campus cleaning activities to participating in interactive sessions focused on creating green campuses and a sustainable planet, the festival provided a platform for students to actively contribute in these vital conversations.
On January 29, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, a green seminar was held at R. I. Khan Auditorium, Department of Geography and Environment, University of Dhaka, where all the faculty members were present from the Department of Geography and Environment. Professor Dr. M. Shahidul Islam, the honourable chairman, inaugurated the seminar. Team DAEJAYON discussed their initiatives and how we may collaborate to build a green university with net zero emissions as a way to address the climate change challenge. In the seminar, the 8-member of Korean team from DAEJAYON, together with other speakers, emphasized the necessity of safeguarding our world from toxic elements and non-eco-friendly substances to ensure our existence.
The same day, a festival took place in the Annex premises from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, where students from different departments participated in Korean games, dressed traditionally, and learned how to make up cycled goods. Their interactive participation and excitement were evident in the field of Annex. This festival not only celebrated cultural exchange but also underscored the importance of sustainable living practices. The collaborative efforts between the University of Dhaka and DAEJAYON served as a powerful catalyst for change, inspiring students to actively contribute to build a green and more sustainable future.