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Dive into Sustainable Coffee with UCC

This summer, families are invited to participate in UCC Japan’s unique seminar, "Coffee and SDGs for Kids," aimed at upper elementary school students. The event seeks to ignite curiosity and foster discussions around the relationship between coffee and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Running in late July and August, the seminar will be held across nine sessions at the UCC headquarters in Tokyo and Kobe. Registration opens on July 8 at 10 AM and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Why Coffee?

Coffee is more than just a morning beverage; it connects people around the globe. Yet, the journey of coffee from bean to cup holds numerous challenges, especially in terms of sustainability. UCC Group's commitment to making positive changes inspired them to launch this summer seminar, integrating fun activities like quizzes and engaging visuals to educate participants about how they can contribute to a sustainable future.

What to Expect

This year’s seminar promises exciting content, including pioneering efforts by UCC to roast coffee using hydrogen as a heat source, aligning with their vision of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. Children can look forward to enlightening discussions, especially from guest speaker Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI), a leader in hydrogen technology, who will explain the significance of hydrogen energy.

Through interactive sessions, children will explore:

• - The basics of coffee and its global impact
• - The fascinating journey of coffee from farm to cup
• - An introduction to SDGs and why sustainability matters
• - Challenges facing the coffee industry and efforts to ensure its future
• - UCC's groundbreaking projects such as hydrogen roasting
• - A simplified explanation of hydrogen and its potential

Participation Details

The seminar is designed for children in grades four to six and their parents. Each family can register a pair, consisting of one child and one guardian. Sessions in Tokyo and Kobe offer varied times to accommodate different schedules:

• - Tokyo Dates: July 29, August 8, and August 20
• - Kobe Dates: August 4 and August 9

Each session lasts approximately one hour, and participation is free. Sign-ups can be made via the dedicated seminar website.

Feedback from Previous Attendees

Past participants praised the seminar for its engaging and educational atmosphere. Parents noted that it provided an excellent opportunity for their children to learn about environmental issues intertwined with their daily coffee consumption. Many resonated with the real-world applications of sustainability, seeing it as not only an educational experience but also a means to instill an appreciation for responsible consumption.

UCC’s Vision for a Sustainable Future

Since establishing its sustainability guidelines in April 2022, UCC has remained dedicated to using coffee's potential to enact positive change. Through this seminar and various initiatives, UCC aims to create impactful education opportunities for over 300,000 people by 2030. By fostering discussions around coffee and sustainable practices, they hope to inspire the next generation to take actionable steps toward a more sustainable world.

By giving children a hands-on approach to engage with these important topics, UCC is setting a foundation for a more conscious future. Whether you're a coffee lover or simply curious about the world around you, this seminar invites all families to join the conversation.

Don't miss the chance to register for this enlightening experience. Visit the special website here for more details and to sign up!

Conclusion

Join UCC this summer to nurture your child's curiosity about coffee and sustainability. Equip them with knowledge that can lead to meaningful discussions and actions in their daily lives. Let's make learning about our planet an engaging, family-oriented adventure!