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Fremont plans on Renting Kayaks and Canoes to Make City More Tourist Friendly

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6 years ago

April 25, 2019

FREMONT – The Mayor of the city has come up with an idea to bring more visitors to the land and make it tourist friendly. They are considering to rent out kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes to the people who come visit the city’s reservoir. The officials of Fremont are making considerable efforts to make their city more visitor friendly and bring in some revenue.

The proposal for renting the kayaks was put forward by Tim Willis of Kayaking Ohio. He proposed putting the business of kayak rentals at the city’s reservoir. The Mayor of Fremont, Danny Sanchez, is considering this proposal, since it fits best with their plans of paving the trail of reservoir and make the site touristy. The plans of rentals were originally laid out by the Mayor in 2018. And now they are soon going to become the reality.

An ordinance for approving the proposal of Willis went through Fremont City Council meeting for the first reading on April 18th. Once the proposal is met with surety, people would be able to visit the city’s reservoir and enjoy kayaking and paddling in the rented kayaks and canoes. Alternatively, they can also bring their own inflatable kayak to enjoy the waters of Fremont.

The proposal that was put forward by Tim Willis stated that he would provide kayaks, paddleboard, and canoe rentals during the summer season to people who would either rent the equipment online, or physically on the location. And 20% of the sales of this equipment would go to the city.

Regarding the pavement of the reservoir, that would be completed tentatively by the end of July this year. And once that is done, it would become an ideal place for runners and people on wheelchair. People will also be able to use the reservoir pavement for multiple other purposes like cycling, skating, fishing, and other kinds of outdoor activities.

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Turkish Textile Giant Sun Textile Solution Proposal for Drought

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3 months ago

February 4, 2025

Jenny Jackson

While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) are seeking solutions to combat drought through various projects, Ekoten Textile, a subsidiary of Turkey’s textile giant Sun Textile, has developed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a technology startup to minimize the intensive water consumption in the textile industry. This pioneering project, the first of its kind globally, will enable the recycling and reuse of up to 90% of the water used in textile production.

Drought is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. According to WHO data, 40% of the global population is struggling with water scarcity. By 2030, up to 700 million people could be forced to migrate due to drought. The unconscious use of water in global production processes plays a significant role in the rapid depletion of clean water resources.

The textile industry is one of the sectors with the highest water consumption. In Turkey, while the food industry consumes 22% of the water used for industrial purposes, the textile sector follows closely with 18%. For instance, producing an average of 40 tons of products daily requires 2,500 tons of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 10,000 people.

CLEAN WATER RESOURCES FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY!

In textile production, where clean water resources are heavily consumed, the innovative success of the Turkish company stands out as a global best practice. This initiative will shape the future of the industry. The wastewater recycling project, developed through intensive R&D efforts, will ensure that over 90% of the required water is sourced from recycled supplies.

The reuse of wastewater in production will transform the fate of countries operating in the textile sector. By preventing the use of clean water resources for textile production, this project will free up clean water sources that can meet the daily needs of hundreds of thousands of people.

R&D ACTIVITIES IN 38 COUNTRIES WITH 380 PARTNERS!

Sun Textile places great emphasis on R&D activities, conducting research and development efforts with 380 partners across 38 countries. Sun Textile and its subsidiary Ekoten Textile export nearly 90% of their production, solidifying their identity as a leading exporter. The company ships products to numerous destinations worldwide, including European countries, the UK, and the US. Sun Textile, the leading ready-to-wear exporter in the Aegean Region, achieved a consolidated turnover of 250 million euros in the third quarter of 2024, continuing its active growth trajectory.

OFFERING CUSTOM DESIGNS TO CUSTOMERS

Sun Textile provides its own designed collections to leading brands in Europe and the UK. Ekoten Textile, its subsidiary, is among the most respected knitted fabric manufacturers in Turkey and Europe.

With a dedicated sales team for each major customer group and five design offices in three different countries, Sun Textile creates designs tailored to its customers’ needs. Its largest clients include the Inditex Group, H&M, Jimmy Key, Tesco, Kiabi, Marks & Spencer, and Next.

Sun Textile also extends its sustainability approach to social responsibility, notably for its high ratio of female employees. The company, which went public in 2022, is also listed in dividend indexes.