Forest Foundation and Axiata Foundation Empower Youth with Innovation

In a collaborative effort, Forest Interactive Foundation and Axiata Foundation have revealed the winners of the Green Sprout Innovation Challenge, part of their Environmental Education Programme aimed at fostering environmental awareness and stewardship. This year’s initiative, which involved primary school students aged 10 to 12, focused on developing innovative urban farming solutions to enhance food security and promote sustainable practices.

Forest Foundation and Axiata Inspire Innovation

The Environmental Education Programme expands on last year’s partnership, featuring two main initiatives: the second cohort of Green Bean and the inaugural cohort of Green Sprout. Designed to empower young Malaysians with knowledge about sustainability and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the program incorporates modern digital tools and platforms to nurture creativity and problem-solving skills.

The Green Sprout Innovation Challenge challenged participants to create sustainable farming systems suitable for small urban spaces, with an emphasis on budget-friendliness and recyclability. The competition format included a 15-minute presentation divided into three segments: a 5-minute project presentation, a 5-minute demonstration of the prototype, and a 5-minute Q&A session with judges.

Johary Mustapha, Founder & CEO of Forest Interactive Foundation, expressed, “The Environmental Education Program, which culminated in the Green Sprout Innovation Challenge, represents our commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting environmental sustainability. The innovative solutions presented by these students underscore their dedication to creating impactful and practical environmental solutions.”

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