the Repsol Foundation announced the two winning schools of the 3rd edition of the Zinkers Awards: the Los Valles Public School in Laguna de Duero (Valladolid) and the La Ribera Center in Cascante (Navarra) in the Primary and Secondary school categories during the Zinkers ceremony that took place at the Callao Cinemas in Madrid These two schools will receive a prize of 15,000 euros each to develop educational innovation projects as well as for a fun and educational activity for their students related to science and sustainability awards were also presented to the winning schools of this 3rd edition by Autonomous Community who received 2,500 euros each to carry out an educational innovation project and an activity with the winning students The opening of the event was attended by Repsol chairman who highlighted the role that education plays in the energy transition Brufau pointed out that “we're at the starting point of the solution I would like to congratulate the 34 schools that have been recognized as the best and the two outright winners who are training young people so they can provide solutions for the planet when they are older."  a debate table was held on “The new Law on Vocational Training and the challenge of training future professionals in ecological transition” with Clara Sanz general secretary of Vocational Training; Santiago García general secretary of the Spanish Confederation of Schools (CECE); and Carmen Muñoz executive managing director of People and Organization at Repsol who highlighted that “Dual VT is key to training future professionals in the field of the energy transition as it provides the necessary technical skills and practical experience in a context that's constantly evolving the success of this program favors the employability of younger people and contributes to the progress of industry and and active methodologies and chairman of the Zinkers Awards Jury took part in the event with the presentation “Values ​​and aptitudes in the student's exit profile to achieve professionals and citizens committed to the energy transition.” there was a debate on “Talent and knowledge: the future leaders of the ecological transition” with the winning students of the first University Challenge on energy transition organized by the Repsol Foundation during the current academic year The general director of Educational Planning and Management of the Ministry of Education brought the event to a close by highlighting that “no sector will be able to advance in this environmental transformation without trained professionals "We've incorporated digitalization and technology to turn each student into the best possible professional so that Vocational Training is the door Susana Contreras and her 3rd grade students from Los Valles Public School in Laguna de Duero (Valladolid) presented the winning project The students and teachers let everyone know about all the activities they carried out This included sending several letters to the city council raising awareness about the importance of applying measures to reduce environmental impact They also researched the consequences of climate change in Castilla y León and analyzed the ecosystems of Laguna de Duero and prepared a 10-step guide to conserve them Susana Contreras said in her speech at the Zinkers ceremony that “this award is a huge recognition for the efforts of my children and group of colleagues who have given their all but when you see the children really enjoying themselves and they get involved you think: it was all worth it.”   Carmen Abián and her 1st year ESO students from the La Ribera Center in Cascante (Navarra) got all the students and teachers at their school involved in the project The initiative consisted of carrying out different activities to raise awareness about good practices for reducing emissions among various groups and organizations the Network of Sustainable Schools of Navarra and the Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza Additional Needs Education Center in Segovia The students made five posters using ecological paints displaying information and commitments such as: reducing emissions through the efficient use of transportation; minimizing the energy consumption of lighting and thermostats or taking part in research on the consequences of climate change such as the tiger mosquito; or reusing materials by recycling waste such as recovering wood for chicken coops “This project was won by the students who are the real stars The initiative brought together a wide array of people who have each offered different skills to the initiative we have to feel extremely lucky as we have the privilege of working with the citizens of the future.”  The Meliá Collection is a brand by Meliá Hotels International Melia operates 11 brands www.melia.com Logging out of EU Login will log you out of any other services that use your EU Login account Use the CORDIS log out button to remain logged in on other services This is a machine translation provided by the European Commission’s eTranslation service to help you understand this page. 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Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies You have not yet given permission to place the required cookies Accept the required cookies to view this content we have witnessed the emergence of populist xenophobic and far-right movements that are resurrecting the worst ghosts of our past We have also seen inequality grow since the financial crisis with a Union that has been unable to meet the needs of our citizens migration and the climate crisis are real everyday challenges that affect all of us Those who use fear as a political tool to divide our societies exploit these challenges The best antidote is to offer safety and security and to turn fear into positive action by providing a sound project for a better future we have managed to combine idealism with effective action to tackle inequality and injustice Europe needs us more than ever and I am honoured to lead our collective efforts within the Parliament to turn that transformation into reality I have been a member of the PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers' Party) since I was 20 I am a social worker by profession and I have volunteered for several NGOs people see Europe as a faraway place representing a future they cannot find at home Laguna de Duero is where I had my first political responsibility as a city councillor and where I learnt the value of local politics the honour of representing fellow citizens and the importance of fighting for equal opportunities no matter where you are born and irrespective of your gender As European social democrats we want a more social We want to move forward because progress is the only way to achieve freer Europe must regain its social soul and put people and the fight against inequalities at the heart of its political action We represent the forces that make up the social democratic group we are proud to take our ideas everywhere and leave no one behind The Parliament and the European Council are now more fragmented than ever We are the only political family that can form a progressive and pro-European majority to stand up to far right these forces are trying to destroy the only project in our history that has brought peace prosperity and well-being to millions of Europeans for more than 65 years Let us keep in mind that the peace we have enjoyed over the last seventy years is an anomaly in European history and in the Sahel is bleeding before our eyes It will be our willingness to stand together that will enable us to secure peace in the world and build a Defence Union so that we are not completely dependent on our American allies I am looking forward to working with current and new colleagues looking ahead and putting my heart and soul into improving the lives of all citizens Our strength lies in this unity and I appreciate the support that fellow MEPs in the Group have given me We must regain a strong voice that makes us distinct in this new political cycle This voice also belongs to our entire political family through sister organisations like PES PES in the Committee of the Regions and FEPS We will work side by side with the governments but more importantly with a future full of hope Do not forget that what we build today will be our history tomorrow Let us be proud of our achievements and let us show the solidarity necessary to progress in building a fairer Union formerly known as Madrid Atocha Affiliated by Meliá and located in the literary heart of Madrid has undergone a complete renovation and will reopen under the Meliá Collection brand in response to the increasing demand for luxury accommodations in the capital city Meliá Hotels International has announced the opening of its first Meliá Collection hotel in Madrid in May marking another milestone in its strategic growth in the luxury segment and its commitment to repositioning its portfolio with a focus on quality and distinctiveness The project is the result of the transformation of the former Hotel Madrid Atocha strategically situated in the renowned Las Letras district of the capital Member of Meliá Collection," emphasizes the cultural legacy of the area underscoring the Group's commitment to integrating culture and local identity into its hotel offerings This brand has redefined experiential luxury travel through its thoughtfully curated selection of hotels Specifically located between Atocha Street known for its antique stores and bookshops the hotel is situated less than a kilometer away from iconic cultural institutions such as the Prado Museum Casa de las Artes pays homage to the great writers who shaped the streets of this neighborhood during the Spanish Golden Age offering a unique value proposition where the fine arts The 137-room hotel will feature an innovative restaurant-theater concept allowing guests not only to indulge in exquisite flavors but also to be part of a live show that unfolds around them Its common areas include a cozy library that invites guests to relax among its bookshelves a landscaped inner courtyard with a glass roof and a thermal pool for year-round relaxation the hotel is equipped with a fitness centre and several elegant and versatile meeting rooms The conceptual and architectural project was led by architect Álvaro Sans Madrid architect Pedro Alcaraz oversaw the executive project The hotel comprises four interconnected buildings with the most notable being a palatial structure dating back to 1913 The project aimed to enhance the architectural value of the buildings by bringing them into the present day transforming both the use of spaces and incorporating contemporary design elements As a tribute to Miguel de Cervantes and the Cervantes Society every room includes an engraving by Gustave Doré created for the 1869 edition of Don Quixote.​ Hotel website Brand OwnerMeliá Hotels International Camarines Norte — Spanish rider Fernando Grijalba launched a daring attack at the famed ‘Bitukang Manok’ to win Stage Three of the 8th Le Tour de Filipinas on Monday and move into position to topple overall leader Daniel Whitehouse with one final lap to go The Kuwait Carutcho.Es spearhead won a thrilling sprint finish infront of the Camarines Norte capitol here after leading a 10-man group that peeled away from the main peloton and gave chase to the lead pack inside the rolling winding roads of the Bicol Natural Park bypass and three seconds to move up from fourth overall to second place in the individual general classification entering the fourth and final stage - a 207.35-kilometer race from here to Lucena City “I attacked in the last 30 kilometers with the guys trying to get the yellow jersey and beat everyone in the sprint,” said the Laguna de Duero Whitehouse (12:30:54) will still wear the yellow jersey in Stage Four but saw his lead trimmed to just 23 seconds after deciding to stay at the peloton that checked in 1:27 minutes behind the lead pack Benjamin Hill of Attaque Team Gusto and Ryu Suzuki of Bridgestone Anchor Cycling Team also sliced the gap from Whitehouse to 24 and 27 seconds 2015 Le Tour champion Thomas Lebas of Kinan Cycling Team (+37) and 7-Eleven Sava RBP rider Edgar Nieto (+37) were also part of the first group that crossed the finish line and cut significant seconds off the overall leader's advantage/ 7-Eleven Sava RBP riders Rustom Lim took seventh place while Arjay Peralta finished ninth in Stage Three National rider George Oconer crossed the finish line six seconds later The final lap will be capped by a climb in the last 35 kilometers in Atimonan more known as the ‘Tatlong Eme’ where the champion will likely be determined in the race presented by Air21 with Petron and UPS as principal sponsors and Philippine Airlines as airline partner Top 10 individual general classification after Stage 3: Daniel Whitehouse 12:30:54 Get more of the latest sports news & updates on SPIN.ph Spin.ph has been granted the NPC Seal of Registration in recognition of the successful registration of its DPO and DPS We use 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Find out more here Europac Group (Papeles y Cartones de Europa) has posted a net profit of €11m The Portugal-based company operates in paper and packaging from waste management and forestry to producing cardboard sheets and boxes while consolidated EBITDA amounted to €31m (£26m) – 3.2% up on last year while consolidated EBIT grew by 4.3% to €19m (£16m) This was achieved with the help of a fall in costs as a result of the lower debt volume and the novation of a loan These results were achieved in a market context characterised by a fall in paper sales prices and an increase in the price of the raw material compared with the same period of 2016 the company has acquired a packaging factory in Lucena (Cordoba) and a waste management plant in Laguna de Duero (Valladolid) the company sold its logistics operator in the commercial port of Viana do Castelo to Grupo Nogar said: “These are good results in an adverse scenario which demonstrate the strength and soundness of the company’s activity” He said the rises in paper sale prices and the fall in the price of the raw material will be reflected in the income statement as from the second quarter of the year and he  predicted a good year with constantly improving results market behaviour was partially offset by the increase in sales volume both in kraftliner paper and in recycled paper The Packaging Division recorded an increase in sales of 6.3% with a rise in sales volumes in every market the commitment to greater added-value projects based on high quality printing the logistics cost of packaging and structural design led to an increase in the year-on-year EBITDA margin which is almost twice as high as that recorded in the first quarter of 2016 It should be noted the influence of 1.5 €M of non-recurring results due mainly to the sale of Europac Logística Mpac records mixed 2024 fortunes; 2025 opening order book surges 63% to £118.5m Saica Flex expects steady growth with focus on food & drink packaging Elopak delivers ‘record-breaking’ sales & sets out 2030 targets Macfarlane reports drop in revenue but rise in profits in 2024 With over 25 years’ experience in flexible packaging The UK Government’s Resources and Waste Strategy sets out how the country will preserve material .. 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