Panasonic, the global leader in innovation and technology, initiated a nationwide environment sensitization programme called the Panasonic Global Eco Learning Program (PGELP) across 75 schools which encourages and engages young minds to contribute towards a greener tomorrow. This programme was started in Delhi on 22nd September 2011. In India, till October 2011, Panasonic has covered 2480 students from 15 schools of Delhi - The Pinnacle School, St. Froebel, Deepalaya School, Mount Abu School, Delhi Public School (Vasant Vihar), Bal Bharti Public School, New Horizon School, Father Agnel School, Montfort Senior Secondary School, S.K Payal School, Delhi Public School (East of Kailash), Shiv Modern School, Shem Rock School Stanford Convent School and Glory Public School. The PGELP activity will be further taken to schools in cities – Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Pune, Hyderabad and Cochin.
Also known as the Ecoskool activity it involves educating school children by taking out time from their schedules, engaging them in an hour long fun filled session, sharing alarming environmental issues and highlighting how their modest contribution can bring about a change. As educating in the budding stage creates a lifetime impact, Panasonic has chosen an age bracket of 9 years- 12 years to inculcate the conservation thought process.
The activity which involves participation of students in the first stage and their parents in the next is conducted by promoters with good communication and presentation skills to generate an interest among the participants. Panasonic also presents participating children with badges and certificates to give them a sense of pride in playing a vital role in making the planet greener and safer to live. Also, as part of the programme, the promoter distributes leaves on which the students can write their names. To add to the enthusiasm, a graffiti wall is created with the names of students who have pledged to conserve the environment. The students are also invited to join the “Ecoskool” community on Facebook.
Globally, PGELP was started in August 2010 by Panasonic Headquarters in Japan and was kick-started in India on September 14 2010. Last year Panasonic covered 18367 students from 100 schools in 7 cities namely Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad and Bangalore under this initiative.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Daizo Ito - President, Panasonic India, said, “Ecos’kool concept is one among the many remarkable initiatives being undertaken by Panasonic across the globe as part of its “Go Green” commitment. Through this programme, we hope to create awareness about environmental issues in the present day scenario and ways to curtail the same amongst the youth in a fun filled and engaging manner.”
Commenting on this initiative, Ms. Archana Pental – Head Mistress, DPS, Vasant Vihar said, “We are thankful to Panasonic for conducting an inspirational and practical session with the Eco Club and students of class 4th on Global Warming. The message ‘Save Earth’ was clearly conveyed to the children through Panasonic Eco learning Programme and we assure that our students will further spread this message in the society.”
As a global citizen, employees of the Panasonic Group around the world are committed to implementing specific environmental activities in workplaces, households, and local communities and passing on our efforts to the next generation.
To know more about this programme, please visit http://www.ecoskool.co.in/
Panasonic Corporate Vision
Panasonic has a vision to become the No. 1 Green Innovation Company in the electronics industry by 2018 (fiscal 2019), when Panasonic will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Panasonic aspires for global excellence as a Green Innovation Company and encompasses two goals: Green Life Innovation to realize green lifestyles to enrich people’s lives and Green Business Innovation to bring forth innovation in our business styles.
Panasonic’s green commitment and the 100th anniversary vision have greatly contributed to the company to be listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), one of the highly-recognized global indexes for socially responsible investment (SRI), for six years in a row. Panasonic has also been named as 2011 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World. The Panasonic ‘eco ideas’ annual report at (http://panasonic.net/eco/) shares data on the group’s initiatives in this direction.
About Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic Corporation is a worldwide leader in the development and manufacture of electronic products for a wide range of consumer, business, and industrial needs. Based in Osaka, Japan, the company recorded consolidated net sales of 8.69 trillion yen (US$105 billion) for the year ended March 31, 2011. The company's shares are listed on the Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and New York (NYSE:PC) stock exchanges. For more information on the company and the Panasonic brand, visit the company's website at http://panasonic.net/.
About Panasonic India
Panasonic makes available in India its wide range of consumer electronics and home appliances like LCD & Plasma TVs, DVD players, home theater systems, cameras, camcorders, car audio systems, air conditioners, washing machines, refrigerators, microwave ovens, automatic cookers, vacuum cleaners and the like. The Company has a workforce of about 11,000 in India, registered sales of Rs 3200 crore in FY 2010 and estimated a turnover of Rs 5,500 crore in FY 2011. . For more information on the company and the Panasonic brand in India, please visit http://panasonic.co.in.
Also known as the Ecoskool activity it involves educating school children by taking out time from their schedules, engaging them in an hour long fun filled session, sharing alarming environmental issues and highlighting how their modest contribution can bring about a change. As educating in the budding stage creates a lifetime impact, Panasonic has chosen an age bracket of 9 years- 12 years to inculcate the conservation thought process.
The activity which involves participation of students in the first stage and their parents in the next is conducted by promoters with good communication and presentation skills to generate an interest among the participants. Panasonic also presents participating children with badges and certificates to give them a sense of pride in playing a vital role in making the planet greener and safer to live. Also, as part of the programme, the promoter distributes leaves on which the students can write their names. To add to the enthusiasm, a graffiti wall is created with the names of students who have pledged to conserve the environment. The students are also invited to join the “Ecoskool” community on Facebook.
Globally, PGELP was started in August 2010 by Panasonic Headquarters in Japan and was kick-started in India on September 14 2010. Last year Panasonic covered 18367 students from 100 schools in 7 cities namely Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad and Bangalore under this initiative.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Daizo Ito - President, Panasonic India, said, “Ecos’kool concept is one among the many remarkable initiatives being undertaken by Panasonic across the globe as part of its “Go Green” commitment. Through this programme, we hope to create awareness about environmental issues in the present day scenario and ways to curtail the same amongst the youth in a fun filled and engaging manner.”
Commenting on this initiative, Ms. Archana Pental – Head Mistress, DPS, Vasant Vihar said, “We are thankful to Panasonic for conducting an inspirational and practical session with the Eco Club and students of class 4th on Global Warming. The message ‘Save Earth’ was clearly conveyed to the children through Panasonic Eco learning Programme and we assure that our students will further spread this message in the society.”
As a global citizen, employees of the Panasonic Group around the world are committed to implementing specific environmental activities in workplaces, households, and local communities and passing on our efforts to the next generation.
To know more about this programme, please visit http://www.ecoskool.co.in/
Panasonic Corporate Vision
Panasonic has a vision to become the No. 1 Green Innovation Company in the electronics industry by 2018 (fiscal 2019), when Panasonic will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Panasonic aspires for global excellence as a Green Innovation Company and encompasses two goals: Green Life Innovation to realize green lifestyles to enrich people’s lives and Green Business Innovation to bring forth innovation in our business styles.
Panasonic’s green commitment and the 100th anniversary vision have greatly contributed to the company to be listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), one of the highly-recognized global indexes for socially responsible investment (SRI), for six years in a row. Panasonic has also been named as 2011 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World. The Panasonic ‘eco ideas’ annual report at (http://panasonic.net/eco/) shares data on the group’s initiatives in this direction.
About Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic Corporation is a worldwide leader in the development and manufacture of electronic products for a wide range of consumer, business, and industrial needs. Based in Osaka, Japan, the company recorded consolidated net sales of 8.69 trillion yen (US$105 billion) for the year ended March 31, 2011. The company's shares are listed on the Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and New York (NYSE:PC) stock exchanges. For more information on the company and the Panasonic brand, visit the company's website at http://panasonic.net/.
About Panasonic India
Panasonic makes available in India its wide range of consumer electronics and home appliances like LCD & Plasma TVs, DVD players, home theater systems, cameras, camcorders, car audio systems, air conditioners, washing machines, refrigerators, microwave ovens, automatic cookers, vacuum cleaners and the like. The Company has a workforce of about 11,000 in India, registered sales of Rs 3200 crore in FY 2010 and estimated a turnover of Rs 5,500 crore in FY 2011. . For more information on the company and the Panasonic brand in India, please visit http://panasonic.co.in.
