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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 20 AUGUST 2023 9 COMMERCIAL Are you ready to make a positive impact on our planet while satisfying your taste buds? Look no further! Allow us to introduce you to the Net Zero Horeca Program – the future of sustainable dining. What is the Net Zero HoReCa Program? It's a revolutionary initiative that helps restaurants reduce carbon emissions and water consumption by adopting eco-friendly practices and strategies. By joining this program, you become a hero for the environment! Benefits of the Net Zero HoReCa Program 1. Environmental Hero Status: Become a trailblazer in the ght against climate change. Show your customers that you care by reducing your carbon footprint. 2. Cost Savings: Going green doesn't have to break the bank! Our experts will guide you in implementing ener- gy-ecient measures that can signicantly lower your utility bills. 3. Healthier Food: Embrace sustainable practices such as sourcing local, organic ingredients and reducing food waste. Your customers will taste the dierence and appreciate your commitment to their well-being. 4. Enhanced Reputation: Stand out from the competition by aligning your brand with sustainability. Customers are increasingly choosing eco-conscious establishments, and your participation in the Net Zero HoReCa Program will earn you, their loyalty. 5. Collaborative Network: Join a community of like-minded people who share ideas, successes, and challenges. Together, we can create a stronger voice for change and inspire others to follow suit. 6. Join For Free: This program is FREE and HoReCa members who join the Net Zero Responsible Business Network will be invited to put forward their plans for change. 20 members will be awarded €500 each, as a support for the implementation of their green project. It's win-win for everyone. Take Action Today! Ready to embark on a deliciously sustainable journey? Sign up for the Net Zero Horeca Program and start making a dierence. Our knowledgeable team will guide you through every step, from initial assessment to ongoing support. Contact us on program@akti.org.cy to join our Network and become a more sustainable business! Remember, the Net Zero Horeca Program isn't just about saving the planet; it's also about creating a brighter and more sustainable future for generations to come. Join us in building a greener world! THE FOUNDATION Join the Net Zero HoReCa Program! APS Bank opens call for 2024 CSR funding applications APS Bank plc is issuing an open call for funding appli- cations that can be supported under the criteria of its 2024 CSR Programme. Jeremy Vassallo, CSR Man- ager, explained that this step was considered necessary giv- en the ever-growing sponsor- ship requests competing for a share of the Bank's increased CSR budget. Applications and projects will need to fit around the Bank's three CSR pillars, namely Arts (inc. Heritage, Culture, etc.), Education (inc. Sport, Wellbeing, etc.) and Sustainability (inc. Communi- ty, VOs, etc.). Applicants are invited to complete the CSR Funding Request Form avail- able on the Bank's website by not later than 15 October 2023. An evaluation panel will assess the submitted proposals, with decisions communicated to ap- plicants by 30 November 2023. Liana DeBattista, Chief Strat- egy Officer at APS Bank, com- mented: "We decided to open up the call for funding appli- cations to make sure that it reaches the widest spectrum of public possible, mindful that many good projects may re- main hidden without such en- couragement. This is our way of inspiring people with ideas to come forward and help us make a positive difference in the community with impactful projects and events for 2024." To submit your request for funding please visit: apsbank. com.mt/csr-sponsorship.