The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry is thrilled to announce the launch of a cutting-edge online course geared towards enhancing competencies and skills in energy management for tourism enterprises. This innovative training program is meticulously crafted to provide participants with the requisite knowledge and skills to proficiently manage energy within their businesses.
Throughout the course, participants will delve into key concepts and effective energy reduction techniques, gaining insights into renewable energy sources, staff training, and guest education. Practical implementation is a cornerstone of this comprehensive program, covering essential aspects such as conducting energy audits, developing energy management plans, and exploring finance options for energy-saving projects.
The CCCI recognizes the pivotal role efficient energy management plays for small and medium-sized tourism businesses. This strategic focus aims to:
reduce operational costs,
enhance sustainability, and
ensure compli
ance with environmental regulations.
Investing in energy training empowers SMEs in the tourism sector to optimize resource usage, elevate overall performance, and contribute positively to the environment. A well-trained workforce in energy management enables tourism SMEs to adapt to industry trends, foster innovation, and ultimately achieve long-term economic viability.
In addition to the energy management course, the I-STARS eLearning platform offers a diverse range of training courses, including digital upskilling, food waste management, stakeholder engagement, waste management, and water management.
I-STARS project is an innovative project coordinated by the CCCI and with partners from Greece, Ireland, Italy and Spain, co-funded by the European Union. It is dedicated to enhancing the sustainability knowledge and practices of tourism SMEs, fostering their transformation towards recovery and long-term viability.
Source: Cyprus News Agency
ISTANBUL: Trkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Qatari counterpart Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani on Tuesday talked over phone to discuss a framework agreement presented to Israel and Hamas for cease-fire in the Gaza Strip, according to Turkish diplomatic sources.
Fidan, the sources said, emphasized Trkiye’s support for the proposed agreement.
The deal, being mediated by the US, Egypt and Qatar, calls for end to the war that started last October, and the release of captives in Gaza and Palestinian prisoners in Israel.
Source: Anadolu Agency