Innovation

I took this picture in the toilet of a Bak Kut Teh Shop in Old Town last week. I was surprised to notice the innovation the shop owner has in controlling the in flow of water supply. While the gadget is commonly used in the water tank of toilet for flushing, to fix it in the container must be new, at least for me. This shows that innovation and creativity is not exclusive for certain people and place, but can be any where and by anyone.

Geneva

In the midst of cleaning up my files in the computer, I found this digital image. This photo was taken in Geneva, Switzerland during the SusDev Conference in 2005. I was invited then to put up display for Local Agenda 21 exhibition and attended the workshops. It was refreshing knowing what others are doing for the sustainable development.

David Zon

Before meeting David, I could not believe that a waste contractor can be so environmental friendly. Meeting and listening him on initiatives to reduce the waste and to green the environment is very refreshing. Seeing him involving himself in the organising of the Organic Day 2009 PJ is very encouraging and motivating. I should believe that if we have more businessmen with similar heart and action, Green CSR can be achievable with ease.

Mid Autunm Festival

Mid Autunm or Moon Cake Festival is traditionally celebrated by the Chinese. I am equally surprised to notice this signboard when I was in Hanoi on 24/9/2009, last month. Vietnamese are also celebrating the Festival by having moon cakes.

Happy Moon Cake Festival.

Dragon Dance

This is dragon dance performance captured in Hanoi, Vietnam. Apparently, the head of dragon is smaller and the body is shorter compared to those we used to see n Malaysia. Nonetheless, the origin and purpose is the same: to celebrate during big occassions.

Hanoi, Vietnam

I am now in Horizon Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam attending a seminar on Hanoi 3R hosted by the JICA and URENCO. The seminar is to conclude the 3 years pilot study of 3R in Hanoi and participants from neighbouring countries are invited to share their experiences and best practices. The presence of the 3R champions at the community and ward level are the surprising lot as the stakeholders participation is the main contributing factor for the success of this project.

Food Display

The photo shows the display of foods in restaurants. This display using model is commonly found in most restaurants in Japan. The display is clear, precise and of course attractive. It is good for a person like me who cannot understand Japanese language. Perhaps we should explore this artistic piece in Malaysia. Food is an art, I presume.