The Department of Biology at the University of Malta offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a range of biological disciplines, including marine biology, ecology, genetics, and biotechnology. The department also conducts research in various areas, such as biodiversity conservation, environmental sustainability, and biomedical sciences.
The use of multispectral drones permits analysis of light that is outside the visible spectrum and can therefore open new avenues in research about marine photosynthesis, species composition of benthic assemblages etc. The use of such a drone need not be restricted to the marine environment, as it would also be very useful in land use mapping in a terrestrial environment, as it could be used in the remote detection of concealed water sources and vegetation temperature profiles.
This drone will enable the Department of Biology to venture in research areas that are currently unavailable, and that could be applied to more effective description and conservation of marine and terrestrial systems.
https://www.um.edu.mt/science/biology/
The book ‘Karamellu tar-Raħal t’Isfel’ was donated to each student in Grades 4, 5 and 6 at St Monica School Gzira with the aim to support the education and development of young students in Malta, whilst promoting the Maltese culture and language.
The students were also given the opportunity to meet the author Charles Buttigieg in person and ask him questions about his experience as a writer. The company aspires that this memorable experience will motivate each student not only to read the book, but also to fuel their passion for their own creative writing.
EGM is delighted to support the education and development of young students in Malta by providing them with literature that celebrates Maltese culture and heritage. As a company, we believe that investing in the community is a vital part of our responsibility as a corporate citizen, and we are proud to support this worthy cause.
ElectroGas will be performing similar projects at other primary schools in the coming months.
The La Valette Malta Marathon organised by Corsa race events, is the first AIMS accredited marathon and half marathon in Malta. The route takes runners along some of the most breathtaking views on the island, running all along the historical Valletta coast, with open seas on one side and the majestic medieval fortifications on the other. The race passes by the Grand Harbour and finishes in style in Vittoriosa in the historical centre of the Three Cities.
Birzebbugia Sailing Club is a well-established sailing club located in the small town of Birzebbugia in southern Malta. The club offers a variety of sailing courses, events, and activities for sailors of all ages and levels.
Electrogas Malta Limited has generously donated two outboard units and several Optimist sails to Birzebbugia Sailing Club, which will undoubtedly enhance the sailing experience for the club’s members.
Nature Trust is presently working on a project which will see a derelict building at Xrobb l-Għaġin, Marsaxlokk being transformed into Malta’s first Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. Following rehabilitation, where possible, wildlife will be released back into their natural habitat.
Armada Floating Gas Services Malta Ltd. and ElectroGas Malta Ltd., jointly financed the coring of a borehole, a key element to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. This borehole permits the extraction of sea water for use within the water tanks hosting the marine turtles and cetaceans being rehabilitated.
https://naturetrustmalta.org/
The Malta Society of the Blind is a voluntary organisation whose committee members work on a voluntary basis to provide assistance to the blind. The overall aim of the Society is to enable people to live an independent life of their choice.
EGM supported Malta Society of the Blind by donating a number of Braillers, mobile phones specifically designed for the blind or visually impaired, and other gadgets such as talking watches, bank note readers and games with tactile pieces.
https://maltasocietyoftheblind.org/index.html
In 2018, Caritas Malta opened the doors of Dar Charles Miceli in Mosta. The house offers aftercare services to persons who complete drugs rehabilitation programme and would now like to re-integrate in society. This house has a 73% success rate of clients maintaining their recovery journey.
EGM replaced the kitchen installed at Dar Charles Miceli in Mosta, with an industrial standard kitchen.
https://www.caritasmalta.org/
In December 2021, EGM purchased Christmas presents for all the children whose parents work for ElectroGas.
The gifts were delivered by Father Christmas himself!
In 2021, EGM financed the refurbishment of Gnien David Vella, formerly known as Gnien San Tumas, in Marsascala. The project included plastering, painting, replacement of playground equipment, new rubber tiling as well as landscaping works. The playground is aimed for young children.
The Foodbank Lifeline Foundation believes that no child or adult should ever experience hunger, regardless of religion, race of gender. The foundation helps individuals and families that need support due to illness, sudden bereavement, redundancies, increase in rental cost and other trying situations, to have enough food to cover them in the short-term, until a more long-term solution is found.
In September 2021, EGM collaborated with DiveMed, to organise a land and seabed cleanup. Several divers and snorkelers volunteered, as well as a team of people based on shore. All kind of waste was collected both from the bottom of the sea as well as from land!
Dar Sagra Familja is a children’s home located in Zabbar, Malta, and run by the Sisters of St Joseph. It offers a home to around 20 children coming from troubled families. The home is divided into two apartments and cares for children aged two and above, with some remaining there well into their adolescent years. Dar Sagra Familja provides holistic care to its residents who are given all the support needed to receive an education, build a solid future and integrate better into society.
New playground rubber flooring was installed, whilst the existing playground equipment was refurbished.
Safety guards were installed on children’s bedroom windows prevent the risk of ‘falling from heights’ in rooms where children are left alone.
Inspire reaches out to support individuals with various disabilities from autism to profound neurological and learning difficulties, behaviour that challenges and others.
The purpose of Xrobb l-Ghagin Nature Park and Sustainable Development Centre is to provide education, demonstration and research in sustainable environment solutions with the overall objective of increasing the use of renewable energy, wastewater management and safeguarding biodiversity.
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EGM sponsored the installation of the information panels along the yellow and green trails at Xrobb l-Ghagin Nature Park. These panels provide information on the park’s flora and fauna and on the site’s historical heritage. The panels not only serve to pass on awareness and knowledge to visitors, but also to promote ecotourism within the Maltese Islands.
Birzebbugia club caters mostly for young sailors but also has a good number of veterans and other sailing enthusiast from all over Malta. The club strives to make sailing a positive experience while giving a holistic educational experience to younger sailors.
This project was part also part of Esplora’s campaign to promote STEM careers.
EGM has commissioned a model of the EGM assets. This installation along with educational videos explaining the process of electricity generation from LNG can be found in the area dedicated to energy within Esplora Interactive Science Centre in Bighi
Inspire reaches out to support individuals with various disabilities from autism to profound neurological and learning difficulties, behaviour that challenges and others.
EGM supported a beach clean up organized in Marsaxlokk Bay. Around 15 bags of recyclable material, 30 bags of landfill waste and other bulky waste was collected.
