Beatrice Gabor, Author at MaiNoiMaiNoi

ECO Stage at Electric Castle with SolarSoundSystem

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Biking, Communication, Creativity, Cultural and Creative Industries, Culture, Education, Electric Castle, Environment, Festivals, Music, News, Projects, Romania, Sustainable Development Goals

Did you ever find yourself in front of a stage, dancing, singing, enjoying the moment, the DJ, the view, the vibe and the people… when the music suddenly stopped? And did you think that you would do anything to make it start again?

This year the ECO Program ran by MAINOI at the Electric Castle Festival celebrates its 5 years anniversary. In order to properly mark this special year, the ECO Spot will give you the opportunity to keep the party going. All you got to do is… pedal.

The SolarSoundSystem is a concept started by Cédric Carles in 1999 in the Swiss city of Lausanne. The Solar Sound System network and projects traveled from Lausanne to Paris, Berlin, Basque Country, Marseille, even Tel Aviv and now they will join us starting July 18th to the 22nd at Electric Castle. Together with the Solar Sound System brought from Berlin, we will create the unique ECO Stage, powered entirely off-grid by solar panels and bikes linked to generators to pedal your way to the music. It’s simple: if the sun is shy or your pedalling stops, the music stops too. If you move your body to create energy, the show goes on!

This unique concept was created by Cédric Carles, Rubens Ben and Thomas Ortiz in their fight to create awareness and eco-responsibility in a fun and educational way. They’ve created a sound system that works with 100% renewable energy speakers, turntables and sound mixers. And you’ll be able to see solar panels working first hand and to actively participate in building up the joy of naturally-created sounds on the solar dance-floor.

Other notable projects of the SolarSoundSystem include a radio station whose server is powered by solar energy, research into repurposing green technologies of the past and a device for recharging disposable batteries called RegenBox. The RegenBox is completely ecological and works on “non-rechargeable” batteries.

Apart from the fun and interactive part, the Solar Sound System is a conversation starter. It points out that creativity can solve our modern days’ problems related to energy efficiency and climate change while engaging people to not wait for issues to be solved, but get involved and do what they can to be part of the change.

At Electric Castle, come to join the conversation at the ECO Stage located in the camping and to dance to the solar sounds.

The two DJs that will own the stage representing the SolarSoundSystem are Ben Ur and Niki Baida. Their beats are sure to energize you to the bones. Until the time comes, check out their mixes and get familiar to their sound here:

Ben Ur | www.mixcloud.com/Ben_Ur/

Niki Baida | www.soundcloud.com/nikibaida

Until the full ECO Stage line-up is announced, keep a close eye on this space and tune-in to the up-beat Radio 3S – SolarSoundSystem to set your mood for the festival. Groove on!

Article by visiting author: Flavia Mocan (La Résistance)

23
Jun

Lead the Scene, Go Green @ Electric Castle 2018

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Biking, Communication, Education, Electric Castle, Environment, Europe, Festivals, Music, News, Romania, Sustainable Development Goals

Summer has already made its full presence since about a month now. We can stay out late and we constantly feel the need to eat ice cream.

But most importantly, our minds wander more. We think about dancing our shoes off while our faces are covered in sunshine. Thinking about those blissful moments which we’re gonna experience at Electric Castle 2018.

Of course, we’re all preparing our festival outfits in advance. We’re also thinking ahead of what artists we’re gonna see and making fun “to do” lists.

However, the mindset we bring to Bonțida is most decisive when it comes to the amount of fulfillment we’re gonna get at the end. It’s dandier than any brand new shoes we’re gonna wear. Why?

‘Cause taking care of the Banffy castle and its surroundings is important. Supporting the ECO cause which affects all of us is crucial. Basically, treating the dance-floor with respect and driving eco-responsibility through music is uber cool.

The ECO Program @ Electric Castle 2018

In 2018, MAINOI‘s ECO Program of Electric Castle proudly celebrates 5 years of sustained progress towards implementing sustainability standards at the festival.

We’re still riding along the journey towards creating the most ECO-friendly festival in Romania. Together with Lidl, we are continuing the #ZeroWaste mission, our long-term objective to reduce, reuse and recycle all the waste generated during the festival.

Last year, when we launched the #ZeroWaste mission, we managed to recycle 65% of the waste produced. This year we are raising the bar to 75-80% recycling rate.

But, there is a catch: we can only do it with all of you onboard!

Here’s how you can get involved:

Keep the Castle Clean

Everywhere in the festival, you will find recycling stations for recyclables (aluminum, plastic, cardboard, paper) and general trash. Thus, recyclable materials are not being discarded together with the other garbage but will get a chance to a second life.

If you camp, you will receive a disposable green bag for your recyclables and a black bag for your trash; please use the bags accordingly and bring the green bags, full with recyclables, at the ECO Spot, near the Lidl store, to get cool incentives in return.

In addition, as of this year, we will be running the awesome NO STRAW policy, therefore you won’t receive plastic straws with your drink. However, if you insist, biodegradable straws made from 100% compostable materials, will be available for you, at the bars, upon request.

Eco Creators: Showcase the green and win

We have a contest that might really spark your interest!

Help us raise awareness on our eco activities by showing the whole wide online world your perspective about the ECO program. Use either your lens or your writing skills in the most unique and surprising way, and get the chance to win great eco prizes!

We’re expecting images, videos or articles that showcase the sustainability practices you observe at the festival, but we don’t mind if your imagination goes further than that!

You only have to post your creative content on your social network (Facebook, Instagram, blog, etc.) with #ecoec and #zerowaste hashtags, send us the link at electriccastle@mainoi.ro, until 24th of July, and you can win a bicycle, a solar backpack, and other nice props to help you become a legendary EcoCitizen.

ECO Stage: LEAD THE SCENE, GO GREEN

This year you’re going to simultaneously pedal and dance at our ECO Spot, as we are going to set-up the first solar stage ever at a Romanian music festival, by bringing the unique Solar Sound System to the Banffy Castle for your musical delight.

We are welcoming everyone in the camping to enjoy the sounds of our lovely innovative solar stage, located near the Lidl store. The stage runs daily 12h00-20h00 and entirely on solar and kinetic energy produced by you, wonderful electric people, at the bikes installation. Check-out the line-up here: https://electriccastle.ro/schedule

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One of the most engaging alternative transportation with zero carbon footprint awareness campaign is the ECO Ambassadors, now at its forth edition. 40 cyclists who will hop on their saddles and pedal for more than 250 km to get to the Electric Banffy Castle to promote the idea that cycling should be considered a national objective, being a zero carbon footprint means of transportation.. Greet them at arrival, on Wednesday, at 18h00, at the festival’s entry gate and celebrate together afterwards at the Beer Garden.

Join the Facebook event here

11
Apr

Internship: eco angels & guardians wanted for Electric Castle 2017

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Communication, Education, Electric Castle, Environment, Festivals, Music, News, Romania, Voluntariat

Hey there, lovely students, fresh graduates & professionals finding themselves at a turning point in your careers,

Are you looking for a place where you can be yourselves and, at the same time, develop your future careers or new skills?

Are you both fond of ecology & music and want to make a change in the world?

We are looking for part-time interns in the ECO program we are running at Electric Castle festival (12th-16th July 2017). Wanna be you?

Here are the general terms of the internship:

you need to be available 4 hours/day to work remotely with us between 25th April – 25th July;
you will have 2 meetings/week with your coordinator;
you live in Bucharest or Brasov;
you have a laptop and good internet connection;
you are available for being present in Bontida (Cluj) between 10th-17th July and work a 6-hour shift / day or night – this work will be remunerated, and you will also get camping accommodation and a meal per day;
We expect from you: to embrace our vision, mission and values; to dedicate yourself to the project with enthusiasm, all the way through it; to be proficient in Romanian and English; to have strong writing skills;
We offer you: a once in a lifetime experience at Electric Castle and our mentorship so that, at the end of the three-months internship, you will have gained practical and diverse experience in the communication field, with a focus on: ecology and sustainability, organising events, brand development, social media, research and awareness campaigns and engaging with diverse audiences.

Roles in the team

Music Drives Change (MDC) Angel

Content researcher, copywriter and social media manager of the www.musicdriveschange.com blog, Facebook and Twitter accounts;
Project Manager of the MDC campaign at Electric Castle 2017.

Your strengths:

You’re a natural in playing with words;
Curious like a cat, you love digging out the web for the most interesting pieces of news related to sustainability and the music industry;
A creative, an out-of-the box thinker, with a nice and natural social presence.

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27
Feb

Take Action against Food Waste

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Environment, Europe, Food Waste, News, Sustainable Development Goals

There are only two days left to vote for your favourite food waste reduction initiatives in Europe. 47 brilliant projects await your support in the REFRESH Food Waste Solution Contest.

REFRESH is a research project supporting EU efforts to reduce food waste by 30% by 2025. It brings together 26 partners from 12 European countries and China to work towards Sustainable Development Goal 12.3 to:

halve per capita food waste at the retail and consumer level
reduce food losses along production and supply chains
reduce waste management costs, and
maximize the value from un-avoidable food waste and packaging materials.

Our votes today went to:

The Zero Waste Aiud initiative of the Society for Responsible Consumption, which collects wasted food from the city market in Aiud, Romania and gives it to needy families.

Phenix – Giving products a second life, a social enterprise started in France to provide businesses with waste reduction services, connecting offer and demand of surplus through an innovative digital marketplace.

Cast your vote to the initiative you find most effective!

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28
Jun

Regulament Concurs “COMA ECO Challenge – Music Drives Change”

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / News

UPDATE (13.07.2016): regulamentul s-a modificat la articolul Premii: atat căștile, cat si sticla de J&B vor fi acordate celor doua persoane din fotografia câștigătoare.

Fă-ți încălzirea pentru EcoChallenge: fă un duș în doi pentru a reduce consumul de apă, postează dovada foto (fără detalii compromițătoare), împreună cu hashtagurile #ecochallenge #jbblendingspirits și poți câștiga o pereche de căști Sony și o sticlă de 3 litri de whisky J&B.

Citește REGULAMENTUL: 2016-06-28RegulamentComaEcoChallengeMusicDrivesChange

Câștigă:

Succes!

Join the ECO Challenge @ElectricCastle Festival & Follow Music Drives Change!

17
Jun

Regulament Concurs “Grimus ECO Challenge – Music Drives Change”

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Education, Electric Castle, Environment, Music, News

Fă-ți încălzirea pentru ‎EcoChallenge: îmbracã-te în verde, mergi într-un colț din natură și posteazã dovada foto împreunã cu un mesaj creativ care să îndemne oamenii sã iubească natura, împreună cu hashtagurile #ecochallenge #‎jbblendingspirits și poți câștiga o pereche de căști Sony și o sticlă de 3 litri de whisky J&B. Ne vedem la EC 2016!

Citește REGULAMENTUL: 2016-06-15RegulamentGrimusEcoChallengeMusicDrivesChange

Câștigă:

Succes!

Join the ECO Challenge @ElectricCastle Festival & Follow Music Drives Change!

15
Jun

Change Agents for Electric Castle 2016 Wanted

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Communication, Education, Electric Castle, Environment, Europe, Festivals, Music, News, Projects, Romania, Voluntariat

UPDATE: The application is still open for two roles: Promoter and Social Media Communicator. Read below the description of the roles and APPLY HERE (click to fill in the form).

“We are the people who will green the world”

ECO volunteers wanted! MAINOI and Electric Castle are taking the ECO sustainability program of the festival further this year. After the success of our 2014 and 2015 programmes, we decided making this year’s program, named ECO Challenge, even bigger and bring the ECO site to the camping too, with an ECO cinema. For those of you who don’t know much about it, ECO Challenge is a project designed to raise awareness about climate change and to educate people about the importance of being eco-responsible.

This year we’re looking for a team of dedicated change agents, on both paid and unpaid positions, volunteers who share our vision and who are willing to be an active part of all of our eco-activities at the festival.

When and where?Continue Reading..

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18
May

Voluntariat la Cluj Morning Rave

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Communication, Music, News, Projects, Romania, United Kingdom

Îți place să dansezi la orice oră și să împarți energia pozitivă cu cei din jurul tău?

Vrei să te alături mini revoluției de conscious raving? Vino la prima ediție de morning rave din Cluj. Sâmbătă, pe 11 iunie, de la 9.30 a.m. la 13.00, la Cluj Arena dăm muzica tare.

Arată-ne că ești plin de energie și willing to take the lead in warming up the party while spreading the good vibes.

Căutăm voluntari pentru următoarele roluri:

îngeri – care să întâmpine și să îmbrățișeze oamenii la intrare, pentru a-i face să se simtă bineveniți;
dansatori – care să se danseze în mulțime și să facă lumea să vrea să se alăture – avem nevoie de zâmbetul și de mișcările tale;
animatori – care să danseze pe scenă și să anime petrecerea – You just need to be yourself and have an amazing time on stage;
sparklers – care sa machieze oamenii cu sclipici;

În schimb, cu cel mai mare drag, îți oferim un bilet pentru tine și încă un prieten, precum și raw food snacks la eveniment.

Înscrie-te aici până pe 20 mai.

Detalii la 0742177921 (Anda) sau pe pagina evenimentului.

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05
Apr

Keen to be green? Be our International Eco-Ambassadors group!

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Biking, Electric Castle, Environment, Europe, Festivals, Music, News, Projects

Are you a group of 2 to 5 friends who love cycling, music festivals and fun? Then this is for you!

Team up, put your cycling equipment together, work your body out before the show and start riding the joy and fun of spreading the word about an eco-friendly world by bicycle through Europe on your way to Electric Castle Festival in Romania.

Check out this year’s line-up and get into the vibe by watching the 2015 after-movie:

If you are:

a. residents of one of the following countries: Germany, France, UK, Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Greece

b. experienced cyclists with proper equipment (bicycle, gear) for long journeys,

then we – MAINOI NGO – environmental responsibles for Electric Castle, invite you to be our ECO Ambassadors and fill in the application for your entire group here by April 27th. Update: Deadline extended until June 22th.

When starting the journey, you can either reach the starting point of the closest hub to your location, namely: Amsterdam, Paris, Vienna, Munich or propose another city.

Each group need to have an ECO Ambassador Leader, who will:

lead the group of cyclists (2-6) from your country to Romania;
plan the journey from your country’s starting point to Oradea (Romania). We recommend EuroVelo routes to reach Romania, but you are free to adapt them according to your group’s location.
help us spread the call in your country to find the other cyclists who will complete your group. You can choose the members of your group. Anyone you know with a cycling record of one journey of at least the same distance that you would be riding together can join you.
define the minimum technical requirements that the eco-ambassadors should meet to join the ride;
be MAINOI’s and Electric Castle’s contact person;
monitor the journey through the Strava app, send pictures and videos from the road;
promote cycling as alternative means of transportation, love for Mother Nature and eco-friendliness at the festival.

What do you get in return?

ECO Ambassadors will receive free entrance and free camping at the festival.
Eco Ambassadors Leaders receive the ECO Ambassador title, which means free entrance at Electric Castle Festival, free camping spot, and other festival goodies, such as meals, coffee and drinks;
The ECO Ambassador Leader also gets a camera to capture all the wonderful and funny moments from the journey. Take good care of it, because it can be all yours after completing the journey;
we are waiting for you and the other groups at the Romanian border to travel together the last 350 km (Romania does not have cycling lanes, so you will find this incentive very helpful).

The Eco-Ambassadors Campaign 2016 is an initiative of MAINOI Association and Electric Castle Festival to promote cycling as alternative means of transportation and to spread the word about the shift we all need to make towards a carbon-emission free lifestyle.

Last year 12 ECO Ambassadors joined our CO2 Footprint Reduction Program, by riding their bicycles to the Banffy Castle from more than 250 km. It turned out to be a beautiful collective experience, so this year we decided to dig deeper and reach out to nature lovers and adventure seekers throughout Europe.

We are looking forward to meeting you, Eco Ambassadors Leaders! We are the people!

For more details, contact beatrice.gabor@electriccastle.ro | +40 730 490 890

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20
Mar

Vive la France și acțiunea contra schimbărilor climatice

Posted by Beatrice Gabor / Education, Electric Castle, Environment, News, Romania

De Ziua Internațională a Francofoniei, ținem să mulțumim, încă o dată, partenerului nostru, Ambasada Franței în România, pentru sprijinul oferit în realizarea unor componente-cheie din cadrul programului de ecologie și conștientizare în rândul tinerilor la Festivalul Electric Castle, ediţia 2016 – ECO Challenge.

Această susținere este o continuare a angajamentului Ambasadei Franței în lupta față de schimbările climatice, alături de actori locali, și după COP 21, angajament început în 2015, printr-o serie de acțiuni vizând sensibilizarea opiniei publice, cu privire la acțiunile urgente care se impun pentru climat.

Cum 20 martie marchează și echinocţiul de primăvară în emisfera nordică, vă dorim tuturor o primăvară încântătoare, pe care să o petreceți cât mai mult în natură și în care să manifestați multa grijă și respect față de mediul înconjurător. Vă invităm să începeți prin a vă alătura inițiativei noastre ECO Challenge la pagina evenimentului, pentru a fi la curent cu activitațile în care vă puteți implica înainte de Electric Castle.

Vive la France, Joyeux Anniversaire ?!

Momente de la festivitatea de premiere în cadrul Competiției de Proiecte “După COP 21: acțiunea continuă și în 2016″, la care Asociația MAINOI a ridicat premiul pentru proiectul “ECO Challenge” la Electric Castle Festival 2016

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