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Riding Bamboo Bicycles Ahead of 2017 INBAR Congress
Bamboo bicycles help environmental protection and climate change mitigation
By Xia Yuanyuan | Web Exclusive  ·2016-09-22

Delegates from 28 countries and officials from international organizations gathered at the headquarters of the International Network for Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR) in Beijing on September 19 to mark the one-year countdown to the Global Bamboo and Rattan Congress in September 2017 (BARC 2017). 

The gathering was also an opportune moment to showcase bamboo's versatility and sustainability. "It is exciting to see the growing interest in bamboo and rattan around the world. These versatile plants offer unique opportunities for many countries as strategic resources to boost the green economy while helping mitigate climate change," said Hans Friederich, Director General of INBAR. "Culminating in INBAR’s 20-year journey, BARC 2017 will allow us to take stock of progress, reflect on the way forward and provide a platform for new developments and partnerships." 

Highlighting bamboos versatile applications, bikes made of sturdy bamboo frames were used as a sustainable and green means of transport. Delighted by the striking craftsmanship of the bamboo bicycles, government officials and other delegates, led by Friederich, took the bicycles for a ride around the INBAR courtyard.  

As a platform for South-South and triangular cooperation on sustainable development, BARC 2017 will help advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and support climate change mitigation by promoting the use of bamboo and rattan. 

As the co-organizer of BARC 2017, State Forestry Administration of China will work closely with INBAR for the congress preparations in the coming 12 months.  

  

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