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Take part in this global initiative by turning off the lights or unplugging our devices on 25 March from 8:30 to 9:30 pm to show our support for a brighter future!
 
Earth Hour is more than just a symbolic act – it is a reminder that every individual action can make an impact to protect our planet by shifting to sustainable options such as using public transportation, reducing water wastage, supporting renewable energy sources and more.
 
Let’s pledge to make positive changes in our everyday life. It could be a simple but meaningful step towards a more sustainable future.
 
Pledge NOW: <a href="https://earthhour.wwf.org.hk/en/pledge-list/">https://earthhour.wwf.org.hk/en/pledge-list/</a>

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Join AVISTA in turning off the lights for #EarthHour2023

International Women's Day provides us with an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of all women, in particular our clients and colleagues. The campaign theme for 2023 is #EmbraceEquity, which acknowledges that everyone faces unique circumstances and requires tailored resources and opportunities to reach an equal outcome.
At AVISTA, we recognize that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We are proud to have a team of talented, skilled, and dedicated women who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our work, with women representing 45% of our leadership. We are dedicated to shaping a workplace that is diverse, fair, and inclusive for all by forging gender equity and equality to achieve greater success.
In honor of International Women’s Day 2023, AVISTA is delighted to invite some of our incredible partners and employees who go above and beyond to champion equity across our businesses to share their thoughts. Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of women everywhere and in advocating for a more inclusive and equitable world.
Happy International Women's Day!
Find out more about their sharing below:
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International Women's Day (IWD) 2023: Embracing equity towards an inclusive world

Today is International Polar Bear Day, an annual event to raise awareness about the impact of global warming and reduced sea ice on polar bear populations.
 
According to WWF, there are around 22,000 polar bears left in the world and they are listed as a vulnerable species. Scientists have estimated that two thirds of the polar bear population could become extinct by 2050 based on conservative forecasts about the future extent of the sea ice.
 
Climate change has been a pressing concern of our time. The rapidly melting glacier and raising sea levels due to global warming have put polar bear at risk by the loss of Arctic sea ice they depend on. Polar bears are at the top of the food chain and have an important role in the overall health of the marine environment. It could start a chain reaction that will be harder to turn around if polar bears go extinct. By uniting and taking actions to protect polar bear families, we can help protect the entire Arctic ecosystem, which in turn impacts people around the world.
 
Together, we can help to secure a future for our lovely polar bears. Please join us in taking the below climate actions now!
 
Learn more about climate actions from United Nations: <a href="https://www.un.org/en/actnow/ten-actions" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Start with these ten actions! | United Nations</a>
 
 
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Join AVISTA in embracing International Polar Bear Day!

We are kicking off the new year with AVISTA’s annual dinner- so let’s make it an unforgettable one!
 
The dinner was a blast, with our people unwinding and re-energizing over delicacies and exciting games with attractive prizes.
 
Behind all the fun lies a meaningful purpose: we are thrilled to announce that this year, we have organized AVISTA’s first-ever carbon-neutral annual dinner by offsetting our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, via a United Nations (UN)-certified wind energy project in India.
 
About the carbon offset project
Apart from fighting climate change with clean energy, this wind farm project will create jobs for the locals, boosting the economy as well as advancing infrastructure and technology in the region. In line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, it’s an initiative that will benefit both our planet and society.
 
A huge thank you to all our friends and colleagues at AVISTA who made this fabulous carbon-neutral annual dinner possible. Together, we can help drive a greener future, inspiring our industry and beyond!
 
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AVISTA’s First-Ever Carbon-Neutral Annual Dinner 

Our Beijing and Shenzhen office’s annual dinner and Shanghai Office Chinese New Year celebration activities were successfully held recently.
 
Begun with an accomplishment recap and business development outlook delivered by our Managing Partner, Mr. Vincent Pang, the dinner also expressed the company’s appreciation toward our people for their dedication by awarding special prizes to our long-serving staff and offering delicacies. Shanghai office also organized a series of celebration activities including lucky draw, lion dance and fun games with cash prizes. We are glad that our staff enjoyed the night and have been loosened up and re-energized for the new year's adventure.
 
Looking ahead, we will continue to establish ourselves as the leading professional services provider and bring greater value to our clients and our people.
 
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AVISTA PRC Office Annual Dinner and Chinese New Year Celebration Activities 2023

To welcome the year of the Rabbit, Lunar New Year celebration activities were joyously held in AVISTA Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen last week. Red packets were handed out to our personnel as an appreciation for their unwavering dedication and achievements in the past year. A lion dance performance was arranged and the god of wealth was invited to our office to ring in a prosperous new year with good fortune as well.
 
Let’s kick off the Year of the Rabbit with a bang!
 
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AVISTA Welcomes the Year of the Rabbit with Celebration Activities

Leaping into the Year of the Rabbit, AVISTA wishes you a successful and prosperous Lunar New Year! While red is considered as an auspicious and celebratory shade in our tradition, the colour green symbolizes wealth, growth and sustainability. Why don’t we also embrace green during this festive occasion to add to fortunate and lucky blessing vibes?  Here are some #LittleGreentips on how to celebrate our Lunar New Year in style: 
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<li>Donate and recycle used red packets. Greeners Action, an environmental organization in Hong Kong, has been organising the annual <a href="https://www.greeners-action.org/load.php?link_id=250561" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lai See Reuse and Recycle Programme</a> for over a decade and providing a number of used red packets collection points throughout Hong Kong. </li>
<li>Consider using red packets without the year’s zodiac animals that could be reused in the next year</li>
<li>Give digital red packets instead of physical red envelopes to reduce waste at source</li>
<li>Order suitable quantity of food when dining out</li>
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Let’s stay green to keep our one shared planet healthy and beautiful at this CNY!
 
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