Kuwait Financial Centre "Markaz" announced its sponsorship of an educational initiative in partnership with The English School (TES), providing students with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities in sustainable agriculture and its applications through vertical farming inside the school. The sponsorship reflected the 'building human capacity' pillar of Markaz's corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy by equipping students with future-ready skills, fostering environmental responsibility, and developing the knowledge and critical thinking skills needed to confront global challenges through localized solutions.
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The initiative offered students the opportunity to explore vertical farming through a school-based facility designed for indoor sustainable agriculture. It introduced them to the types of crops that could be cultivated through these systems and explained how they could help address food security challenges. In doing so, the project also demonstrated the wider potential of vertical farming as a sustainable and cost-effective solution for future food production.
Highlighting the significance of the project, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at Markaz, Ms. Sondos Saad, said: "We are proud to partner with The English School on this impactful initiative, which introduces students to practical approaches to vertical farming. It reflects our firm belief that education rooted in real-world engagement is key to enabling the next generation of changemakers. By raising environmental awareness and promoting responsible resource use, this project encourages students to think innovatively about how local initiatives can drive global impact."
Ms. Alison Peterson, TES Principal stated: "Thanks to the sponsorship of Markaz. Our fantastic vertical farming facility will be an integral part of the education process. This project reflects curiosity, responsibility, and a deeper understanding of how science, technology, and care for the planet all connect. In this space, our students won't just learn about photosynthesis from a textbook, they'll see it in action. In a world facing growing environmental challenges, vertical farming offers a glimpse into the future of agriculture, a future that TES students will help shape."
Source: Zawya