Maizuru City to Hold "Green Curtain Contest" to Brighten Up Summer Coolly
The Maizuru Environmental Citizens' Conference in Maizuru City is holding its 10th annual "Green Curtain Contest." The contest aims to promote summer energy conservation and raise environmental awareness by inviting citizens and businesses to showcase their beautifully grown "green curtains."
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The Maizuru Environmental Citizens' Conference (Secretariat: Maizuru City Living Environment Division) will hold a "Green Curtain Contest" aimed at promoting summer energy-saving measures and improving environmental awareness. Marking its 10th anniversary this year, the contest widely seeks entries of lush and beautiful "green curtains" cultivated with creativity and ingenuity by citizens and businesses. ■ Contest Overview This project evaluates and awards "green curtains" implemented in homes, workplaces, and educational institutions based on their appearance, energy-saving effects, and cultivation process. It aims to share initiatives that mitigate summer heat with the power of nature and enhance the environmental awareness of the entire community. ■ Entry Categories We are accepting entries in the following three categories based on the participants: (1) Individual/Family Category: Implemented by an individual (or family) at home. (2) Group Category: Implemented at businesses, public facilities, etc. (3) School Category: Implemented at schools, nurseries, and kindergartens. ■ How to Apply Application Period: Monday, August 3, 2026, to Friday, September 4, 2026. Application Method: Submit the designated application form with photos to the Maizuru Environmental Citizens' Conference Secretariat (Maizuru City Living Environment Division) via the application form, mail, in person, or by email. ・Dedicated Form URL: https://ttzk.graffer.jp/city-maizuru/smart-apply/apply-procedure-alias/greencurtaincontest2026 〒625-8555 Maizuru City, Kitahiki 1044, Maizuru Environmental Citizens' Conference Secretariat (Maizuru City Living Environment Division) [Mail] kankyo-shimin@city.maizuru.lg.jp ■Last Year's Winning Entries Check the city's homepage. https://www.city.maizuru.kyoto.jp/kurashi/0000014415.html